{"id":6178,"date":"2019-08-14T04:28:50","date_gmt":"2019-08-14T09:28:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/?p=6178"},"modified":"2024-08-16T13:38:13","modified_gmt":"2024-08-16T18:38:13","slug":"hvac-cleaning-you-cant-afford-to-skip","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/hvac-cleaning-you-cant-afford-to-skip\/","title":{"rendered":"HVAC Cleaning: 4 Reasons You Can&rsquo;t Afford to Skip Regular Cleaning &amp; Maintenance"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_84 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/hvac-cleaning-you-cant-afford-to-skip\/#Removing_Dust_Mold_and_More\" >Removing Dust, Mold, and More<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/hvac-cleaning-you-cant-afford-to-skip\/#Keeping_Pests_Out\" >Keeping Pests Out<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/hvac-cleaning-you-cant-afford-to-skip\/#Preventing_Breakdowns_with_HVAC_Cleaning\" >Preventing Breakdowns with HVAC Cleaning<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/hvac-cleaning-you-cant-afford-to-skip\/#Reducing_Energy_Bills\" >Reducing Energy Bills<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/hvac-cleaning-you-cant-afford-to-skip\/#Schedule_Your_HVAC_Cleaning_Appointment_in_St_Louis\" >Schedule Your HVAC Cleaning Appointment in St. Louis<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/hvac-cleaning-you-cant-afford-to-skip-1-300x169.jpg\" alt=\"HVAC Cleaning Tips &amp; Tricks\" width=\"300\" height=\"169\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-6235\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/hvac-cleaning-you-cant-afford-to-skip-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/hvac-cleaning-you-cant-afford-to-skip-1.jpg 760w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>You might not realize just how much dust, debris, and particle matter is in your air &#8212; in part, because your HVAC system works hard to take it out and keep the air inside fresh and clean. All that dust has to go somewhere, though, and that is why regular HVAC cleaning is an important part of maintaining a healthy home, as well as a well-functioning HVAC system. An annual cleaning and maintenance visit should be a regular part of your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/contact-galmiche.php\">heating &amp; air conditioning<\/a> maintenance plan, and the team at Galmiche &amp; Sons can help you schedule cleaning services today.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Removing_Dust_Mold_and_More\"><\/span>Removing Dust, Mold, and More<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Of course, one of the main culprits for HVAC clogs and slowdowns is dust. No matter how clean a home may be, every HVAC needs cleaning to deal with dust at some point. The more frequently you have an HVAC cleaning done, including replacing dirty air filters, the better your air quality will be. It is easy to think pollution is mostly a problem for outside the home, but everything from mold to cleaning chemicals can cause respiratory problems if left in the air. It is especially important to deal with mold and dust on a regular basis if you have asthma or allergies.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Keeping_Pests_Out\"><\/span>Keeping Pests Out<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Bugs and other pests too can make it into your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/how-to-keep-bugs-pests-from-hvac-unit\/\">HVAC unit<\/a> and cause problems by spreading debris, creating clogs, and otherwise being in the way. From spiders to roaches, keeping these pests out of your HVAC system is important. It can be difficult to apply insecticide inside the ductwork and other parts of the system, so detailed HVAC cleaning is the way to go. Plus, HVAC cleaning that involves going through the ducts like this also gives you an opportunity to check for leaks in your ductwork.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Preventing_Breakdowns_with_HVAC_Cleaning\"><\/span>Preventing Breakdowns with HVAC Cleaning<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Probably one of the most important reasons to get a regular HVAC cleaning performed though, is that dust and clogs can cause your HVAC system to breakdown if left unaddressed. In fact, build up in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/signs-of-a-clogged-ac-drain-line\/\">AC drain line<\/a> or on the evaporator and condenser coils can cause a lot of issues for your air conditioner, leading to worse performance, more wear and tear, and even a potential breakdown. Regular HVAC cleaning prevents these kinds of clogs and buildups from doing permanent damage to your unit.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reducing_Energy_Bills\"><\/span>Reducing Energy Bills<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/hvac-cleaning-you-cant-afford-to-skip-2-300x176.jpg\" alt=\"Why You Need HVAC Cleaning\" width=\"300\" height=\"176\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-6236\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/hvac-cleaning-you-cant-afford-to-skip-2-300x176.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/hvac-cleaning-you-cant-afford-to-skip-2.jpg 850w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Finally, if your HVAC unit is working extra hard to push through dust and debris, you are going to pay more in energy bills too. An HVAC cleaning can keep your system working as efficiently as possible, and cooling your home with less energy. In fact, one of the best ways to boost home energy efficiency is to have HVAC cleanings performed regularly, including changing out dirty air filters and checking for leaks.<\/p>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Schedule_Your_HVAC_Cleaning_Appointment_in_St_Louis\"><\/span>Schedule Your HVAC Cleaning Appointment in St. Louis<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>To learn more, or schedule an HVAC cleaning today, get in touch with the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/contact-galmiche.php\">heating &amp; air conditioning<\/a> professionals at Galmiche &amp; Sons today. We have been proudly serving the greater St. Louis area for over 60 years, and look forward to serving your family!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You might not realize just how much dust, debris, and particle matter is in your air &#8212; in part, because your HVAC system works hard to take it out and keep the air inside fresh and clean. All that dust has to go somewhere, though, and that is why regular HVAC cleaning is an important part of maintaining a healthy home, as well as a well-functioning HVAC system. An annual cleaning and maintenance visit should be a regular part of &hellip; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/hvac-cleaning-you-cant-afford-to-skip\/\" class=\"more-link\">Continue reading <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">HVAC Cleaning: 4 Reasons You Can&rsquo;t Afford to Skip Regular Cleaning &amp; Maintenance<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":6,"featured_media":6235,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_mbp_gutenberg_autopost":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[4,32,19,7,12,58,3,17,2],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-6178","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-air-conditioner-maintenance","category-diy-hvac-tips","category-energy-efficiency","category-energy-savings","category-furnace-maintenance","category-heat-pump-maintenance","category-hvac-maintenance","category-hvac-system","category-hvac-tips"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.7 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>HVAC Cleaning: Reasons You Can&#039;t Afford to Skip Cleaning | St. Louis HVAC Tips<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Annual HVAC cleaning can save you money on repairs and energy costs. 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