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Recommendations from the Expert: Why and How to Clean Ventilation
13.07.2023 05:00
Updated: 13.05.2024 21:24
Ventilation is a controlled air exchange in the premises, which creates a favorable state of the air environment for a person: air composition, temperature. In the article you will learn about effective methods of cleaning ventilation.
Why you need to clean the ventilation
In mechanical ventilation systems, all contaminants are carried by air currents throughout the premises, which adversely affects people's health.
This leads to the emergence and development of bacteria, viruses, mold and fungi, which successfully migrate from ventilation to the room.
The lack of normal air exchange in the room, and, as a result, leads to humidity, which only contributes to the development of microorganisms. In order to maintain a healthy microclimate, disinfection and cleaning of ventilation in the apartment should be carried out annually.
How to clean the ventilation in the bathroom and in the kitchen
If the channel is equipped with a fan, it must also be temporarily dismantled and cleaned. Regular dishwashing detergent works well, it will dissolve grease and dirt. After that, you need to wipe the fan with a towel or napkin so that it is not wet. Hands must be protected with thick gloves.
How to clean the ventilation from grease
Such duct cleaning of ventilation systems consists in spraying a special aerosol chemical agent into a pressurized ventilation system. In this case, a powerful exhaust fan should be installed on the outlet. After that, the reacted fat deposits lag behind the walls.
