Why You Should Book an Air Duct Cleaning After Renovations
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- Jan 12, 2018
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Renovations can transform your home — but they also leave behind a serious mess, especially in places you can’t see. If you’ve just finished a home renovation or moved into a newly renovated house, there’s one task you shouldn’t skip: air duct cleaning.
Renovation Dust Doesn’t Just Settle on Surfaces
After construction work is complete and the dust has “settled,” it’s tempting to vacuum the floors, wipe the counters, and call it a day. But drywall dust, sawdust, and fine debris don’t just sit on visible surfaces — they get pulled into your HVAC system and trapped in the ductwork. Every time your heating or cooling turns on, those particles can be pushed right back into the air you breathe.
Why Post-Renovation Duct Cleaning Matters
Whether you've installed new cabinetry, put up a feature wall, or gutted an entire floor, renovation work generates a high volume of fine particles. These include:
Drywall dust
Sawdust
Insulation fibers
Paint fumes and residue
Debris from tile, brick, or stone work
This dust and debris doesn’t just disappear. It accumulates inside your duct system and can affect both your indoor air quality and the performance of your HVAC unit.
Bought a Renovated Home? Schedule a Duct Cleaning
Even if you weren’t the one who completed the renovations, you should still consider professional duct cleaning. Construction debris from past work can remain hidden in the ducts for years. The sooner you have them cleaned, the better.
Not only does duct cleaning help with airflow and system performance, but it also removes harmful contaminants that can impact your family’s health.
The Hidden Cost of Dirty Ducts
When ducts are clogged or coated with dust, your HVAC system has to work harder to circulate air. This strain can lead to:
Increased monthly energy bills
Reduced heating and cooling efficiency
Premature wear on your HVAC system
A simple cleaning can restore airflow, improve efficiency, and lower your energy costs.
Indoor Air Quality Affects Your Health
Clean air ducts aren’t just about saving money — they’re also about protecting your health. If someone in your home suffers from allergies, asthma, or respiratory issues, air duct cleaning after renovations is essential. Common symptoms caused by contaminated air ducts include:
Headaches and migraines
Sinus congestion
Sneezing and coughing
Trouble breathing
Fatigue or irritation
These issues are often made worse when construction particles are circulating in the air. Clean ducts mean cleaner air — and a healthier home.
Breathe Easy in Your Newly Renovated Space
Your renovation is done. The walls are painted, the cabinets are installed, and the floors are shining. But before you get too comfortable, make sure your home is truly clean from the inside out. Canaduct Cleaning provides professional, high-powered duct cleaning services across the GTA, helping homeowners breathe easier and save money after renovations.
Book your post-renovation air duct cleaning today with Canaduct.
Because clean air is the finishing touch every renovation needs.