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Pests That Can Get Into Your Ductwork

Pests That Can Get Into Your Ductwork

Rodents and insects are unpleasant to think about, especially if they get inside the home. But when homeowners disregard proper maintenance or have older HVAC systems, pests can sometimes raid parts of the system. If they get trapped, some pests are large enough to cause damage to your HVAC system, and the smaller ones still present health risks. Today, Superior Air Duct Cleaning identifies five pests that can get inside the ductwork in your home.  

Spiders

Most spiders can fit into tight areas. They can get into your ductwork, indoor AC unit, and vents unless you conduct proper cleaning and maintenance. Since many spiders have potent venom to harm humans, they present a health risk. To deal with one or two spiders, you can use commercial insecticides. If venomous spiders are a concern, contact the experts.

Mice And Rats

Rodents are known for crawling into small spaces. Mice and rats can use duct material to build nests, and they may chew through other HVAC components, causing significant damage and expensive repairs. If you’re concerned about rodents in your ductwork, contact a pest control service for extermination. You can also set mouse traps near the air vents around your home.

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Raccoons And Squirrels

Most ground squirrels hibernate during the winter, but tree squirrels do not. These larger critters, along with raccoons, can chew through your ductwork, scamper through it, and possibly cause damage. If you hear the critters scurrying in your ductwork or attic, call an animal control company to trap and remove them. Afterward, we can clean your ductwork to eliminate any waste or animal remains.    

Cockroaches

Cockroaches’ slender bodies allow them to squeeze through tiny cracks. These pests prefer cool, dark places to nest, which they may find in ductwork. Nobody wants roaches in their homes because they are gross and can carry diseases. If cockroaches have invaded your home, contact a pest control company for professional extermination. However, you should also keep up with the maintenance of your HVAC system to prevent re-infestation.  

Snakes

Snakes pursue warm shelter during the colder months. Sometimes they like to nest in your air ducts, which also means they might breed there. But you can take steps to deter snakes, and it begins in your yard. Keep your garden free of weeds, mow your lawn frequently, and avoid leaving holes that could be a hiding place for a snake.  

Superior Air Duct Cleaning Can Help

Animals create very unpleasant smells in your home. Our technicians will thoroughly clean your ductwork to make sure that no pests remain in the cracks and crevices. We’ll also alert you of any animal problems when we perform residential duct cleaning. Contact Superior Air Duct Cleaning today for a free quote.  

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Superior Air Duct cleaning did a phenomenal job in a timely manner with the tech “Rich” being very professional ,personable and considerate of our property! He explained things as he proceeded and answered all our questions!

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Robert was on schedule and communicated what time he would arrive. He was polite, professional, and respectful of our home. I wanted to wait a couple weeks before posting a review because I wanted to see if the duct cleaning actually made a difference. I am happy to say it did! I vacuum multiple times a week and have already noticed a significant reduction in the amount of dust cleaned up each time. As a home with pets, there will always be something to clean, but getting the ducts cleaned has definitely helped improve the air quality and reduce the dust.

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Technician Rob arrived early explained the days agenda and then proceeded to work methodically and meticulously over the next 6+ hours cleaning my ductwork.  Courteous and professional they answered all of my questions and went above and beyond the call of duty.  They even located an old dusty box of rat poison buried in our vents.  My only regret is not finding these guys sooner.  As a realtor of 22 years and owner of a newly purchased (now dust free) home I highly recommended!

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Excellent service! I’ve used them to clean out my air ducts as well as my dryer vent duct and they are excellent. I was very pleased with both jobs and will continue to use them in the future. Great communication as well- from the time I scheduled the appointment until they were at my door.

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We had such an amazing experience with Superior Air Duct Cleaning. They were so nice and friendly and did an amazing job. I loved seeing the before and after pictures. Besides doing an amazing job cleaning our air ducts they were so quick at responding and setting up the appointment. We will definitely be using them in the future.

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