Many people do not think about mold and mildew during the winter months, due to the lack of humidity and warm weather. This is understandable because mold requires moisture to grow.
Your HVAC system operates in an independent environment. This environment changes on an hourly basis with the introduction of heat, humidity, and rapid air movement. This creates the perfect conditions for microbial growth. This growth generally goes undetected until the contamination has built up to a large problem.
Proper maintenance of your system will prevent these conditions from creating excessive growth. Wipe Out highly recommends an HVAC contractor perform maintenance in the winter before you begin to use it in order to ensure healthier indoor air quality circulating through your home. Left unchecked, you could find yourself needing Wipe Out services for mold remediation in your property. Pick a professional who understands how to clean duct systems which have been contaminated with microbial growth and help prevent this growth.
The professional will perform maintenance tasks to keep your heater performing optimally during a standard check-up.
This includes:
- Inspecting the thermostat for proper operation
- Inspecting the filter, and changing or cleaning filter as needed
- Checking all electrical components and controls
- Oiling the motors as necessary
- Inspecting the heat exchanger for possible cracks (This is important as a crack in the heat exchanger will introduce carbon monoxide into your home.)
- Checking the air flow to see if it is diminished, and if it is necessary to clean the evaporator coil
- Checking of air fuel mixture
- Clean the ducts.
If you find you have already developed a microbial growth in your property, contact Wipe Out for a free inspection at (904) 567-3885 or for more information contact us.
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