How Do You Treat Mold in an HVAC System?

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In Florida we rely heavily on our HVAC systems to keep us comfortable in the hot summer months and cooler winter nights.

Our air handlers are constantly working, and considered to be one of the most important mechanical systems in our home. When you think of it, they really are the lung of the home, and are crucial for maintaining indoor air quality.

One thing we neglect is keeping our HVAC system disinfected. Our ducts and air handler's plenum are insulated with fiberglass, which is a perfect place for mold, dead skin cells, dirt, viruses, and bacteria to live. On top of that, there is hot and cold air constantly being exchanged inside the plenum (the fiber glass box attached to your air handler), and humility levels are generally elevated.

What is one thing we know about microorganisms? They require heat and humidity to grow!

Now what are you options for treatment? We highly advise consumers to not allow a contractor to fog a biocide or fungicide in to their system. Not only are these chemicals highly caustic, and off gas in to your home, but it is a federal offense for a contractor to provide this service. Do you call a duct cleaner? We would advise against it. Normally they cause more harm that good, and leave your pocket book drained with little to no results.

Our EPA & FDA, certified green method for sanitizing, sterilizing, and disinfecting HVAC systems safely and quickly improves your home's air quality without harsh chemicals, negative air pressure on systems, manually vacuuming/cleaning ducts, etc.

Here is a brief rundown of our process:

After setting up our specialized equipment, we go through the whole home and remove all the vent covers and manually clean them. We will also treat all the boxes that the vents are mounted to, the cold air returns, and the air handlers plenum. After the manual cleaning is done, we will run our dry fog through the entire system. Including the cold air return, plenum, and ducting. Since our fog is EPA & FDA approved, and it’s organic, you won’t have to worry about off gassing or having harsh, toxic chemicals in your home.

The whole process normally takes 5-6 hours, depending on how much elbow grease is required. Our efficient, affordable process will give you the peace of mind that you are coming home to a clean, safe environment.

Please call us today at (Central Florida: 813-606-6668, South Florida: 239-961-9995, North Florida: 904-397-4030) if you have been experiencing hay fever like symptoms, noticed growth on your vent covers, or have noticed a musty/mildew odor in your home.