Dangers of mould in air conditioning

Are you breathing clean and fresh air?

We can often forget the importance of maintaining decent indoor air quality. When your aircon is not cleaned, it can spew out mould, bacteria and other airborne particles. These particles can affect your breathing and cause serious health issues.

Mould in air conditioners is dangerous and needs to be removed at the earliest. Protect your health, book an aircon service today.

4 Signs your aircon has mould

• One of the surest signs of mould is a musty smell in your house. The smell gets worse when you turn on the aircon
• Black spots on your ceiling, around the aircon, in the drip pans or air ducts
• Do you get sick when you are indoors? Sick building syndrome is another side effect of living or working around a mouldy aircon
• Mould in aircon can cause difficulty breathing, cough, sneezing, nausea, vomiting and worsen your asthma or allergies

Is it dangerous to have mould in an air conditioner?

Mould is a silent killer. You could get sick from breathing the air with mould in it. Wheezing, congestion, and irritation in the throat, ears or nose are common symptoms of being in air aircon with mould in it.

It can affect your respiratory system and worsen your health. Mould produces mycotoxins, a toxic compound that can cause serious health issues like pneumonia and bleeding in the lungs.

Although mould can affect anyone, kids, the elderly, pregnant women and people with weak immune systems are more likely to catch issues caused by inhaling mould spores. The best way to protect yourself and your family is by regular cleaning and servicing of your aircon.

How to get rid of mould from the aircon?

A seasonal service of aircon and regular cleaning of air filters can keep it in great condition. We recommend getting it serviced by a professional as they have the equipment to get the job done right. For your safety, consult a professional for mould removal and thorough cleaning.

Trusted Air Conditioning Cleaning and Servicing Specialists

If you need more tips or advice on air conditioner cleaning or servicing, feel free to give us a call at 1300 405 295 or fill out our online aircon enquiry form.

We provide service throughout Brisbane, Logan, Gold Coast, Redland, Sunshine Coast, and Moreton Bay. If you need an expert now, get in contact with us ASAP.