The Dangers of Mold in HVAC Systems
- Kate Awtrey
- May 8
- 2 min read
Generally you think of mold as being weird spots on drywall or a musty smell in your bathroom. But mold can hide in places out of your sight like inside your home's HVAC system which silently spreads mold spores throughout your vents.
Mold Loves HVAC Systems
HVAC units are the perfect places for mold families to form. Mold loves dark and moist spaces. Condensation from HVAC coils and HVAC ducts mix together with dust that has buil up creating the perfect coughing cocktail. Once it forms in your HVAC system, it will spread quickly through your home and into the air you and your family breathe.
Mold Health Risks
Mold spores can cause tons of health problems, especially for folks with allergies, asthma and compromised immune systems. Mold from HVAC systems can cause symptoms such as coughing, sneezing, headaches, fatigue, as well as chronic respiratory problems. Since it came from mold in your HVAC system that means you are breathing it in every day without realizing it.
How Do I Know if My HVAC Has Mold?
Do you smell something musty or sour when your HVAC system turns on and runs?
Do you see mold around vents or air returns?
Have you noticed allergy or asthma symptoms while indoors?
Do you see a lot of dust or moisture around your unit?
Don't Try DIY
Mold in your HVAC system is not a project for someone that's not a professional -- a handyman or spraying bleach won't cut it. To remediate mold in your HVAC takes a company with specialized training, testing, equipment as well as containment methods to safely clean and restore your infected HVAC system. At First In Restoration, we’re IICRC certified and experienced to tackle mold issues.
Call the Best in Georgia — First In Restoration
If you think you have mold in your HVAC system, do not delay. Call the number one water damage and mold remediation company in Georgia. First In Restoration is IICRC certified, offers 24/7 emergency service and handles everything from cleanup to full reconstruction. We're based in Loganville but serve all surrounding areas in Georgia. Call now: 470-748-0225, www.firstinrestoration.com
