Mold Growth in your HVAC System

Mold growth is something no homeowner wants to find. Properly functioning HVAC systems are a great way to prevent mold from ever forming in your home. Mold spores cause a wide range of health issues, and it has become clear that controlling the growth of mold is imperative to preserving the health of your family. Mold can grow anywhere moisture is present because mold spores are always present in the air and dust. Indoor mold is caused when water is introduced due to plumbing issues,

leaky roofs, and incomplete drying of floor materials. Mold is especially dangerous to homes because it feeds on plywood, drywall, carpet and furring strips and in humid conditions will spread rapidly.

HVAC systems create a large amount of moisture and when left without being controlled the moisture can breed mold in your HVAC system. Once HVAC systems have been infiltrated by mold it can be difficult to remove. Removing is dangerous and especially, so if you suffer from a immune deficiency disease or respiratory illness. If you do find mold in your Denver heating and air conditioning system, follow these step to safely remove it.

1. Contact the best insured and licensed heating and air conditioning Denver has to offer. HVAC technicians can control and remove the mold and mildew from your HVAC system.
2. Have you HVAC contractor find the source of moisture. Usually it is caused by an unbalanced system causing cooling coils to freeze and thaw, or by your condensation catch pan and drainage system not fully working.
3. The contractor will blanace the system alleviating issues with freezing HVAC coils or clear blockages in poorly draining heating and cooling systems.
4. If there is existing mold in the system your contractor needs to remove it with BBJ MMRII, mold and mildew remover, or another EPA approved anti-mold and mildew removal product.
5. After the mold or mildew issue has been rectified, you'll need to prevent it from occurring again. Have your heating and cooling specialist treat your system with an anti-mold product and ensure that all ductwork is sealed and insulated correctly.

If you suspect mold has infiltrated your HVAC system make sure to contact a contractor right away. Breathing in mold spores can be very dangerous to the health of you and your family.HVAC systems are very complex and require a great deal of attention and maintenance. HVAC professionals are the best people to make repairs and preform maintenance on these complicated systems.