Mold In HVAC Systems
Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning, Ductwork System Mold (HVAC System mold problems)Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning systems move air through homes to heat, cool and dehumidify.
As air moves through your ductwork dust accumulates on the inner walls and within the passages which lead to and from the rooms as supply vents or air returns. Dust is generally concentrations of fibers, particulate, and organic materials (human skin, pet dander, outdoor particulate, etc...).
In some cases where high relative humidity or condensation forms, HVAC systems can become a problem by providing environmental scenarios conducive to mold growth.
Dust accumulations become the substrate for mold growth virtually inside of the HVAC air handler and housing assembly. This may include the fan blades, fan housing, cooling coils, housing walls, and especially the condensate trap which collects water and can stagnate within the housing.
Also, mold present in your basement especially in close proximity to your HVAC air handler may draw in mold spores and distribute them into the system and ultimately throughout your household. In this circumstance your basement is the source for mold spores and your HVAC system is the distributor of mold spores.
This is why it is important to keep your ductwork clean and replace your air filters often with efficient filter media that removes many of these dust particles.
A Mold / Moisture inspection helps to discover if your HVAC in the house you live in or one you may purchase has high dust accumulations potential for mold problems.
RTS Environmental can provide insight into your HVAC System and can help educate you on the ins and outs of HVAC System Mold Problems.
Contact or call RTS Environmental to schedule an inspection:
1-800-722-5589
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