Rodent Aftermath: Why Air Duct Cleaning Should be Your Next Move

Discovering a rodent infestation in your home is undoubtedly distressing and requires swift action to eradicate the problem. While eliminating the rodents themselves is a priority, it is equally vital to address the potential aftermath left behind. One often overlooked aspect is the impact of rodent activity on your home’s air duct system. In this blog post, we will explore the importance of air duct cleaning following a rodent infestation and the numerous benefits it offers.

Eliminating Contaminants:

Rodents, such as mice or rats, tend to leave behind debris, droppings, and urine in their nesting areas, including air ducts, particularly during the colder months when homeowners are running their heaters. These waste materials can release harmful contaminants, bacteria, and allergens into the air you breathe. By getting your air ducts cleaned, you can ensure the removal of these hazardous substances, safeguarding the health and well-being of your family.

Preventing the Spread of Disease:

Rodents are notorious carriers of diseases, some of which can be transmitted through their droppings or urine. Hantavirus, for instance, can be contracted by inhaling particles from rodent waste. Cleaning the air duct system after a rodent infestation helps eliminate any lingering pathogens, reducing the risk of diseases spreading to humans or pets.

Enhancing Indoor Air Quality:

Air ducts serve as pathways for conditioned air to circulate throughout your home. However, when contaminated with rodent waste, they become conduits for distributing allergens, unpleasant odors, and more. Professional air duct cleaning ensures the removal of these pollutants, significantly improving the overall indoor air quality. Cleaner air supports better respiratory health, reduces allergies, and creates a more pleasant environment for everyone in your home.

Preventing Reinfestation:

Rodents are attracted to environments that provide them with food, water, and shelter. If your air ducts remain destroyed by a previous infestation and/or uncleaned after a rodent infestation, the scent and remnants left behind can attract new rodents, leading to reinfestation. Thoroughly cleaning the air ducts eliminates any trace of the previous infestation from the air duct system, making your home less appealing to rodents and effectively preventing future rodent problems.

Optimizing HVAC System Efficiency:

Rodent infestations can compromise the functionality of your HVAC system. Their nesting materials and waste can clog air ducts, obstruct airflow, and strain your system, forcing it to work harder. We often find that rodents enter the air ducts by chewing holes through the air ducts to get inside for nesting, which also causes your airflow to leak into the walls, attic, etc. if these holes are not patched or, depending on the degree of damage, replaced. By cleaning your air ducts, you restore the optimal efficiency of your HVAC system.

Many homeowners purchase homes that, at some point in the past, have had rodent infestations. This is more common than you may think! If, at any time, you have become aware of a former or active rodent infestation in your home, please contact Breezeway Air Duct Cleaning today for the well-being of your family. And don’t be ashamed! Whether your home is on the messy side or an immaculate mansion in Beverly Hills, it doesn’t matter to rodents! Immaculate mansions still offer warmth and shelter for nesting, and rodents WILL find the food and water, so every kind of home deals with rodent infestations. Call us today at 626-399-9564