Is There a Way to Remove Mold Smell in A/C Ducts?

Heating and air ducts are highly susceptible to contaminants. Over time allergens can accumulate throughout an entire ventilation system. This can create health issues or increase attacks for those with asthma. To prevent a build up, air ducts should be cleaned yearly, especially if someone in the household has allergies or asthma.

If their is a moldy odor coming from the air vents it is a sure sign that mold is present in your duct work.

Things You'll Need

• Gloves
• Garbage bags
• Facial dust mask or respirator mask (N95 or T21C)
• Disinfectant: Household bleach
• Disposable rags

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Instructions

1. • 1

     Remove any moldy, damp or wet materials. This can include wet carpet, drywall, wood, and ceiling tiles. Remove the air filter, as well. In order to eradicate mold from your home, the source must be eliminated.

   • 2

     Create a mixture of 1 1/2 cups of bleach to a gallon of water.

   • 3

     Spray the bleach solution on the areas where the previous damp or wet materials were located.

   • 4

     Clean the return and all the vents thoroughly using disposable rags that have been sprayed with the bleach solution.