What we did
In January, we completed a thorough duct cleaning at a home in Richmond. The goal was to improve both the air quality inside the house and the efficiency of the heating system during the coldest part of the year.
The ductwork we cleaned connects to an Amana heat pump located in the crawlspace. Equipment in a crawlspace is out of sight, and the ducts running from it tend to get little attention until something seems off. Over time, dust and debris can collect inside ductwork and get pushed back into living spaces every time the system runs. Cleaning the ducts removes that buildup and gives the heat pump a cleaner path to move air through the home.
We completed the job and left the system performing well. Indoor air quality is worth paying attention to in Kentucky, where homes are closed up for long stretches in both winter and summer and the same air gets circulated over and over. A duct cleaning is a practical step for homeowners who want cleaner air and a heating and cooling system that does not have to fight through dirty ductwork to keep the house comfortable.
