Here’s a guide to the common causes of bad air duct odors in your home, as prepared by your professional Chicagoland HVAC system cleaning service team.
Tobacco Smoke
Tobacco smoke from cigarettes, cigars, or cigarillos can go through your whole house, with the smoke rapidly absorbed into air ducts and circulated throughout the entire home, causing a constant smoky smell akin to a casino. This smoke rapidly embeds into fabrics and furniture, causing potentially permanent issues
Cooking Smells
Cooking food – especially food with strong odors – can generate smells that are pulled into air ducts and distributed through the home, making them a persistent issue. This is a common issue with aromatic or spicy dishes.
Rodent and Vermin Infestations
Rodents and vermin can infest air duct systems, potentially leaving droppings or even dying within the air ducts. This spreads an unpleasant smell of decay throughout your entire property.
Pet Odors
Pet fur, dander, and the smell of pet urine can go into your air duct system, dispersing these odors throughout your entire home.
Bacteria, Germs, and Mold
Dirt, dust, and bacteria can cause negative smells throughout your house. It releases mold spores into the air of your property, potentially causing respiratory issues and allergies, lowering air quality. Mold and bacteria are probably the most common cause of negative odors or household respiratory issues associated with HVAC systems.
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