Why Air Ducts and Gutters Deserve More Attention Than You Think
Some things in a home are easy to notice when they need attention. A leaking faucet, a broken doorknob, even a dusty shelf—they all make their presence known. But others? They stay hidden. Out of sight, out of mind. Air ducts and gutters fall squarely into that second category. And yet, ignoring them comes with its own set of consequences. Maybe not right away, but eventually. I’ve seen it happen more than once—people call for help only after something’s gone noticeably wrong. Moldy smells in the living room, mysterious dust build-up, or, in the case of gutters, water stains creeping along the ceiling edge. Let’s start with air duct cleaning . Most homeowners assume the HVAC system takes care of itself. And to be fair, it's easy to think that way. You set the temperature, the system hums to life, and that's that. But what you don’t see is what’s traveling through those ducts. Dust, pollen, pet dander, and in some cases—if it's been a long time—mold spores or even tiny ...