Cleaning Air Ducts

Essentially, air ducts are the respiratory system of your home. By maintaining them, you keep your home healthy and breathing normally. Find out how, and why, to clean air ducts with our tips below!

Why Clean Air Ducts?

First off, let’s discuss why your air ducts should be cleaned. All kinds of air pollutants can build up in your air ducts and then be blown into the air of your home:

• Pet dander
• Spores
• Pollen
• Mold
• Dust
• Smoke residue

If you notice yourself more susceptible to allergies, it is likely due to the accumulation of irritants in your air ducts. Or, if you notice dust collecting along the grates, it is definitely time to clean your air ducts.

How To Clean Air Ducts

Now that you know a little bit more about air ducts, you may be curious about how to clean your air ducts. First, gather your tools:

1. Screwdriver

2. Vacuum with hose

3. Brush

4. Broom

5. Paper towels

6. Cleaning solution

Next, take the following steps to clean your air ducts:

1. Vacuum or sweep the floor near your duct to keep debris from falling inside the duct while cleaning.

2. Remove your vents with a screwdriver.

3. If you notice a lot of dust on the grate itself, use your rag to wipe off the excess dust and use your cleaning solution to make the grate shine.

4. Wipe off the dust from the inside of the duct as well. (Tip: Your vacuum cleaner hose will reach farther into the vent than your arm.)

5. Finally, reattach your grates and run the vacuum over the grates to remove any remaining particles.

Worth The Call

Cleaning air ducts helps your home breathe easier. If you need help cleaning air ducts, contact the professionals at The Bosworth Company! We’re worth the call. Always.