Air Handling Unit Cleaning

As we mentioned, regular cleaning of your air handling unit will ensure your air conditioning system is always running at peak efficiency. Why is that important? Because a more efficient air conditioning system uses less electricity which translates into lower monthly energy bills for you.

If the AHU is always nice and clean it is not recirculating dirt and debris through the system, and by extension, through your home. This will pay a couple of dividends. First, you won’t be breathing in recycled dirt while you’re watching your favourite streaming series and second, your ductwork will require less frequent cleaning.

It is not commonly known but a high percentage of allergies originate in the home as a byproduct of a dirty HVAC system. If your AHU is not regularly cleaned it will recirculate dirt, dust, pollen, pet dander, pet hair and myriad other allergens that could end up causing allergic reactions in your loved ones, or aggravating existing respiratory conditions such as asthma.

The dirtier the air handling unit the harder the entire air conditioning system has to work. Stressing the system for prolonged periods of time is not a good idea as it will ultimately lead to more frequent breakdowns (and the repair bills that come with them) and a shorter life for the system as a whole.