Air duct cleaning is an essential part of home maintenance. It supports high-quality airflow throughout the house, lowers energy bills, and ensures the longevity of the duct system. But what about air duct disinfection, also sometimes called air duct sanitization? In this article, you will learn what air duct disinfection means and it’s an important add-on.
What is air duct disinfection?
Most people are already aware of the importance of air duct cleaning, which removes dust and dirt from the duct system as well as solid materials, including construction debris and fur.
Air duct disinfection is the next step of the air duct cleaning process that is often overlooked. PNW ProClean will spray an eco-friendly, ESA-approved disinfectant on the duct system walls. The duct disinfectant spray kills all the germs and bacteria that are not removed during the typical cleaning process. While air duct cleaning removes dust, mold, and debris in the ducts, it is not nearly as efficient as air duct disinfection when it comes to killing harmful germs and viruses.
Not only does air duct sanitization more thoroughly clean the duct system, it also lengthens the amount of time that the ducts stay clean. The sanitizer stays on the duct walls and prevents dust buildup, saving you on duct cleaning costs in the long-term.
How does air duct sanitization work?
The way air ducts are disinfected depends on the company and technology.
PNW ProClean uses EPA-approved disinfectant solution for our air duct sanitization services. Disinfection is performed using the SaniJet duct sanitizing system.
The SaniJet system uses compressed air to apply sanitizer directly to the air duct walls. The custom-designed ball disperses disinfectant mist in a 360-degree pattern and ensures that sanitizer is applied directly to duct walls and surfaces. The system guarantees perfect coverage of the air ducts. Moreover, the sanitizer does not enter the living space. This means that the occupants don’t need to leave the house during the sanitization process.
Top 3 benefits
While air duct sanitization is not a requirement, we recommend it for clients with allergies, immune deficiencies, and respiratory issues. These are especially common in Portland, Oregon, where pollen counts are higher than in other areas. If you are considering sanitizing your air duct system, keep in mind these benefits:
- Disinfection provides better air quality as a result of the improved airflow. After sanitization, fresh air circulates around the home more smoothly and efficiently.
- You will get a cleaner ventilation system, which on its own, contributes to improved air quality. Additionally, sanitization increases the lifespan of the HVAC system and decreases maintenance costs.
- Sanitization will drastically reduce the bacteria in your home. If you have health issues, then air duct disinfection will decrease the risk of being exposed to airborne viruses.
Is air duct system disinfection safe?
Air duct sanitization can be perfectly safe if you hire a company that uses secure disinfectants and has well-trained staff. You can check the company’s expertise by asking them what type of disinfectant they use. Generally, EPA-approved disinfectants are quite safe and do not cause illness or skin irritation.
When do I need to sanitize air ducts?
- After renovation and remodeling
- In case of mold and fungi around the house
- When there is an unpleasant smell coming from air ducts
- If you have pets
- If you think that there is something decaying in your duct system
