After a fire occurs, the HVAC system must be cleaned and deodorized because soot particles may have been trapped by the filtration system. All registers and ductwork must be thoroughly examined for smoke, fire, ash and soot as they can cause the vents to be contaminated within the HVAC system. Removal of soot and smoke odors located throughout the HVAC system is a necessary step to bring the ductwork back to proper working condition.
When you have a structure fire, items such as insulation and furniture that have burned are comprised of toxic chemicals that can be very dangerous to your ventilation system, yourself and your family, causing health issues. With these chemicals becoming airborne they escape through windows and into the vents. Ventilation systems are designed to create clean air, but they do not accommodate the nature of fires.
Smoke is transferred from unit to unit through air vents. As smoke enters the air ducts it can stick to the surface and absorb into the debris, which is why you should have the ventilation system cleaned out very thoroughly after a fire. Removal of smoke odors located throughout the system is crucial to the restoration of the heating and cooling system.
Not only is Soot removal crucial to the restoration of the heating and cooling system, but it is also important to you & your family’s health. Soot will continuously blow out of the vents into the air you breathe for months to come, it can get on items such as furniture, walls, and even clothing. Airborne soot is inhaled by the occupants which can cause or worsen health issues. Soot can also be damaging to your electronics.
These are all important reasons why you should have your air ducts cleaned after a fire. Give JW Home Care a call so we can get those ducts cleaned out for you as soon as possible.