The Hidden Dangers Living in Your Air Ducts

Did you know that indoor air quality is often worse than outdoor air quality? Studies show that pollution indoors can be 2 to 5, even 100, times worse than outside. When your health is on the line, there’s no better time than now to talk about your home’s air quality.

The Impact of Poor Air Quality on Our Health

Bad air quality isn’t just irritating — it can be deadly. Millions of people die from unsafe indoor air quality every year. 99% of the world’s population live in areas outside of the safe air quality guidelines set by the World Health Organization. Indoor air quality is your best shot at breathing the clean, healthy air you and your family deserves.

Fact #1

Poor indoor air quality increases the amount and seriousness of lung disease, heart attacks, and strokes. – Environmental Protection Agency

Fact #2

More than 131 million Americans live in areas with unhealthy levels of air pollution. – American Lung Association

Fact #3

Annually, nearly 7 million people die prematurely from the combined effects of indoor and outdoor air pollution. – World Health Organization

Are You Affected by Bad Indoor Air Quality?

We spend 90% of our time indoors. As time goes by, dirt, pet dander, mold, and other contaminants form in your air ducts. If you see dust in the air, are coughing or sneezing more than usual, or have higher than usual energy bills, your air ducts are to blame.

If you aren’t sure if your home’s air quality is healthy, ask yourself:

80% of Colorado residents live in a community with unhealthy air.

The Types of Contaminants Found in a Home’s Air Ducts

Just like your kitchen or bathroom, things get dirty. The only difference is you can’t reach deep inside your air ducts to clean them. Your ductwork can house:

Mold and Mildew

Duct sweating can be caused by high humidity levels or duct blockages, creating the perfect damp environment for mold and mildew to grow untreated.

Dust and Allergens

Pollen, dust mites, and pet dander accumulate over time and trigger allergies and respiratory issues, like sore throats, itchy eyes, and runny noses.

Bacteria and Viruses

Microorganisms thrive in dirty and damp air ducts. Any time your AC or heat comes on, they circulate throughout your home and you breathe them in.

Pest Droppings and Debris

Rodents and insects are great at getting into small spaces, getting stuck, and leaving behind droppings that impact air quality and create unpleasant smells.

Volatile Organic Compounds

If you’ve just had renovations or store paint or cleaning supplies indoors, volatile organic compounds can become highly concentrated and harm your health.

Smoke and Lingering Odors

Smoke and other odors from cooking or tobacco can get trapped in your ductwork and keep recirculating, leaving your home with a stubborn, sour smell.

Find Out What’s Hiding in Your Ducts

Don’t let dirty ducts put your health at risk. Find out what’s lurking in your air ducts and take control of what you’re breathing in.