Sem's Duct Cleaning's blog

Summer and fun go hand in hand due to the conducive weather that comes with the season and school breaks, which leave people with a lot of time on their hands for different activities. Even with the fun that comes with this time of the year, the high chances are that your electricity bill will also go up since you will have to run the AC to mitigate the high temperatures of the season. Even so, you can tone down the bills by applying several practices, some of which are touched on below:

Asses the Flow of Air

Change air filters

Have you ever heard about air filters? If no, then it’s time to get it seriously. Filters absorb all indoor pollutants such as dust, pet dander, tobacco smoke, etc. Once absorbed they force the air back to ensure proper air circulation. The problem is that everything that comes in returns back through the same filter. As a result, it makes the indoor air harmful if the filters are not changed frequently. One more hint – buy qualitative filters. In the end, the air you breathe matters!

Schedule air duct cleaning

Mold and mildew can be hidden everywhere around your house. In order to eliminate it make sure your place is equipped with proper ventilation, use mold inhibitors in your paints, and clean your kitchen and bathroom regularly once you observe any sign of this danger. Besides that, get proper air conditioning and heating system in order to avoid external moisture, or get professional duct cleaning services air . Dehumidifiers and air purifiers can also help in combating bacteria, mold, and viruses.

Dander is a major challenge for pet owners. It can stick to clothes, carpets, furniture, and can be found under any surface in your home. It can get into your duct system as well and circulate there over and over. At first sight, it may be difficult to combat the spread of dander but regular cleaning of surfaces, carpets, and windows can become very helpful. You can even appeal for steam cleaning or air duct cleaning services which will provide a deep-down clean.

A very long time ago I read my first furnace insurance book and found that their lifespan usually lasted about 15 years. “What to do after?” I asked myself, “replace it or fix it every single year?!”

At that time I was not experienced in using furnaces, so I called my neighbors and asked what furnace they had installed? I was surprised to know that they did regular maintenance to reduce the risk of breaking down.