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Your air conditioner (AC)<\/a> can do several things\u2013\u2013keep your Texas<\/a> home\u2019s indoor air cooler than outdoor temperatures, help to keep indoor airborne allergens at bay, and help keep your home\u2019s humidity low. But one thing it can\u2019t do is kill mold.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It can help prevent<\/em> mold, but once it exists, your air conditioner can\u2019t kill it. If you find mold exists somewhere in your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system, particularly in your air conditioner or ductwork, call Smart Air Cooling & Heating<\/a> for assistance. We can guide you on ridding your home of the mold and help maintain your HVAC system to prevent the mold from recurring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Does Mold Occur?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Mold needs a damp, humid environment to breed. That means water is part of mold\u2019s equation. Remove the water, and mold can\u2019t live. According to the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)<\/a>, mold already exists in all homes, even in your Manchaca<\/a> home. But in most cases, it exists on such a small scale that it\u2019s not noticeable or a health risk. It\u2019s when that damp, humid environment is introduced that mold grows.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This mold-ideal environment can be introduced because of an unknown or ignored leak somewhere in your home or high humidity. Air with over 70 percent humidity is a definite breeding ground for mold. Once the mold begins to grow, the spores can travel through your home\u2019s air causing allergen issues. A small leak in your HVAC system or ignored air conditioner drains and pans, evaporator coils, or air handlers could very well be an origin of mold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Can My Air Conditioner Prevent Mold?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As already mentioned, mold thrives in damp, humid environments. Your air conditioner is designed to help dehumidify your home, removing excess moisture and preventing mold\u2019s growth. So keeping your air conditioner running in humid weather and situations is a proactive step to take. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mold also likes stale air. Running your air conditioner provides proper ventilation and airflow in your home, thereby preventing mold\u2019s growth again. If you decide to leave your home during high temperatures or high humidity for more than a few days, it\u2019s advisable to leave your air conditioner running with the fan set to ON, though you may be tempted to save a little energy and turn it off. The tradeoff in mold prevention in your home is well worth the amount of energy you would have saved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Do I Do If I Spot Mold?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Even if you take the proper precautions against mold in your home, you may still come across it, maybe on your air conditioner itself. What should you do? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are times you can clean mold yourself, when there\u2019s only a small amount. But sometimes you need a professional, as mold spores can be a health risk. It\u2019s not uncommon for HVAC air handlers, evaporator coils, and condensation pans to have mold. A professional, like ours at Smart Air Cooling & Heating,<\/a> can take care of that mold during a regular air conditioner maintenance visit<\/a> and explain how to avoid its recurrence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Call Smart Air Cooling & Heating Today<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Call and speak to one of our certified experts at (512) 600-4311<\/a> with any questions you may have or request service online<\/a>. We are here in Manchaca, TX,<\/a> to help you with all your air conditioning needs whether you need a repair, replacement, or maintenance. Our professionals are highly trained and experienced to address whatever issue you may have.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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