Why Is My AC System Blowing Air That Smells?

When you go to turn on your AC system, you expect to enjoy the comfort it brings, not nauseating odors! There are many reasons why you might smell bad odors, but most of the time it’s caused by the growth of mold or mildew. As the air pushes around through your ducts, different particles are going to accumulate. If there are certain problems such as there being holes or unsealed ducts in the ductwork, unwanted moisture can also collect and create damp areas. Those damp areas naturally will permit mold and mildew growth, hence the awful smells!

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Another thing that causes issues with odor in your AC system is having a dirty air filter. Since the filter is designed to pull odor-causing contaminants from your air, you permit those contaminants to recirculate if you don’t replace the old air filter in a timely fashion. You might also catch a whiff of cleaning chemicals, car fumes, or other toxic fumes from other sources such as a garage or basement. If your ductwork has any gaps or holes, these fumes can circulate throughout your ductwork system.

Eliminate Odors with Green Valley Cooling & Heating

Fortunately, the professionals at Green Valley Cooling & Heating are NATE-certified and have a lot of experience with AC odor elimination. Give us a call at 520.625.1234 if you need assistance in Green Valley, Tubac, Vail, Corona de Tucson, Sahuarita, Tumacacori-Carmen & Amado, AZ! We’ll arrive at your residence promptly equipped with advanced diagnostic equipment. We’ll quickly discover the cause of the odor coming from your AC equipment. We have many solutions such as duct cleaning & sealing services. We can also install exhaust systems and help you find the best air filters to use for your system. With clean ductwork that is properly sealed and clean HVAC equipment with regular maintenance, you can expect an odor free system!