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Duct Cleaning

Warehouses IAQ Maintenance

Warehouses present unique challenges due to

their size, the nature of stored goods, and the
high volume of dust and particulate matter
that can accumulate. Maintaining IAQ in
warehouses is through regular duct cleaning.
Salim Kazi, Founder & CEO, Accordible, shares a
comprehensive guide for regular duct cleaning
and how it impacts IAQ.

n warehouses, poor IAQ can benefit of regular duct cleaning. Compliance with health and safety
lead to a range of health issues Clean ducts ensure that the air regulations is another benefit. Many
for employees, including circulating throughout the warehouse industries are subject to stringent health
respiratory problems, allergies, is free from harmful contaminants, and safety regulations, and regular
Iand other long-term health providing a healthier environment for duct cleaning helps ensure compliance,
effects. Additionally, poor air quality employees. avoiding potential fines and legal issues.
can affect the integrity of stored Another advantage is enhanced Finally, clean air protects stored
goods, particularly those sensitive to HVAC efficiency. Clean ducts allow goods. In warehouses, the quality
dust and contaminants. the HVAC system to operate more of stored goods can be affected
Over time, HVAC systems can efficiently. When ducts are clogged by the environment. Clean air
become clogged with dust, dirt, with debris, the system has to work reduces the risk of contamination,
mold, and other contaminants, which harder to maintain the desired particularly for sensitive items such as
are then circulated throughout the temperature, leading to increased pharmaceuticals, food products, and
warehouse. Regular maintenance energy consumption and higher electronics.
and cleaning of these systems, utility bills.
particularly the ducts, are vital to Regular duct cleaning also reduces Duct Cleaning Process
ensuring they function effectively and health risks by decreasing the The duct cleaning process involves
efficiently. prevalence of airborne pathogens, several steps to ensure thorough
Warehouses are prone to allergens, and other harmful particles. cleaning and maintenance of the
the accumulation of various This leads to fewer respiratory HVAC system:
contaminants due to their operational issues and allergic reactions among • Inspection: A thorough inspection
nature. These include dust from employees, contributing to a healthier of the HVAC system and
packaging materials, emissions from workforce. ductwork is conducted to assess
forklifts and other machinery, and In addition, regular maintenance, the level of contamination and
particulates from stored goods. When including duct cleaning, extends identify any potential issues.
these contaminants accumulate in the lifespan of HVAC systems. By • Accessing the Ducts: Technicians
the ductwork, they can significantly preventing the buildup of debris, the will carefully access the ducts,
reduce the efficiency of the HVAC system operates more smoothly and often through existing openings or
system and degrade the air quality. is less prone to breakdowns, reducing by creating new access points if

Improved air quality is the primary repair and replacement costs. necessary.

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