Why Air Duct Cleaning is Important?

Air duct cleaning is an important aspect to cover as a building owner as we spend 90% of our time indoors in schools, offices, shops, hotels, restaurants, hospitals and more. At Perfect Service Solutions we understand the importance of CLEAN air and SAFETY in public places and work spaces and we understand your responsibility and legal duty to protect the health of tenants, employees and visitors.

Scientists have been investigating links between air pollution and health for decades and there is growing evidence that indoor air quality (IAQ) therefore has a dramatic impact on people’s health.  As such attention is turning to indoor air hygiene and the supply of clean air inside office buildings, restaurants, schools, hotels, hospitals, care homes to name but a few. Air ducts, or ventilation systems, are essential equipment for maintaining clean air and removing airborne irritants such as dust particles and other pollutants in the everyday use of commercial buildings.

How does air duct cleaning affect our health?

Ductwork can over time become clogged with dust, lint, dirt and debris by the passage of air movement, and in many cases can cause the build-up of mould and bacteria in these humid environments. The mould and bacteria (of which some of these pathogens are more commonly known as Salmonella, Listeria, E.coli) can breed and be carried throughout the ductwork, if regular and deep cleaning ductwork practices are not carried by a professional ventilation hygiene service provider, in a regular and timely fashion.

Ensuring clean air ventilation will keep the risk of illness, including ailments such as colds or allergies to staff, patients or customers as low as possible, thereby creating and promoting a cleaner environment to all.

“Mechanical ventilation systems (including air conditioning systems) should be regularly and properly cleaned, tested and maintained to ensure that they are kept clean and free from anything which may contaminate the air.”

ACOP 6 (52) relating to the Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992

Furthermore, studies now show that both faecal aerosols (link to toilet extract grille cleaning) (micro-droplets of airborne water generated within washrooms during the flushing of toilets and urinals) air conditioning and HVAC systems can transmit the Covid-19 virus.

The Health & Safety at Work Act holds employers responsible for providing a safe environment for employees and any persons visiting their premises.  In addition, there is specific guidance covering the cleaning and maintenance of ventilation systems.

Recent deaths in the United Kingdom from the microscopic fungi cryptococcus, legionnaires and Covid-19 demonstrate the need for employers to adequately clean and maintain ventilation systems.

“Global burden of disease data suggests that lack of clean air is the third leading cause of death in the world after high blood pressure and smoking”

Dr Nick Hopkinson, Consultant Chest Physician, Royal Brompton Hospital

The air we breath defines our life quality, meaning cleaner air will result in a better health and a safer environment to work and live in. That is why air ducts are clearly, the most important element to consider if you are a building owner. Having your air duct cleaning done regularly is the best investment you can do to your business and the precious lives of your employees. As Perfect Service Solutions we know how important air duct cleaning is and what it means to be compliant to the law with your building ventilation hygiene.

With our Air Duct Cleaning Service we will first install the access doors to clean the internal surfaces of Ductwork, do a dust sampling – testing and reporting, a microbiological sampling – testing and reporting and at the end of the clean, we will give you a compliance certification. Remember, all our services are unique to each business and building, so contacting one of our team members before deciding on the clean is crucial. Our team member will ask you questions about your business and building, and then will walk you through the process of how and when the air duct cleaning will happen.

Contact us on 08000 197 794 or send us an email from our Contact page. Let’s work towards cleaner air for a better future!