HVAC & Air Duct Mold Removal in Canton, GA

Canton HVAC mold removal means finding where water collects in the system, fixing it, cleaning sheet metal parts and replacing moldy duct board, lined duct or soaked flex duct. EPA advises against running a system you suspect is contaminated. Call the number on this page to be connected with a local mold remediation company in Canton.

Why does mold grow in AC systems in Canton?

Canton is the Cherokee County seat, about 34 miles north of Atlanta, with the Etowah River flowing east to west through the center of the city and Hickory Log Creek Reservoir to the north. From the blocks around Main Street to neighborhoods off Riverstone Boulevard and the I-575 exits, whatever the age of the house, central air runs for most of the warm season, and the coil turns humid indoor air into water that has to drain away. A clogged condensate line, a rusted pan or ducts sweating in a damp crawl space keep that water in the system, and mold follows.

Did the 2009 floods affect ducts here?

In some homes, yes. During the September 2009 floods, NWS listed a gauge in the Etowah River basin near Canton above flood stage, and Cherokee County was one of four counties designated for FEMA Individual Assistance on September 24, 2009. Ducts and air handlers in crawl spaces or basements that took water were often replaced; if yours were only dried in place, an inspection can tell whether they still hold moisture or growth. EPA's post-disaster guide says to assume mold when items stayed wet for more than 24 to 48 hours.

Can my ducts be cleaned?

Sheet metal ducts with substantial visible mold can often be cleaned, according to EPA's duct guidance. Fiberglass duct board and fiberglass-lined ducts that are wet or moldy cannot be effectively cleaned and should be removed and replaced, EPA says. The coil and pan are cleaned and the drain repaired, sometimes by an HVAC technician working alongside the mold company. Be wary of any plan that relies on a fogger or spray alone; it does nothing about the water that let mold grow, and a bid should name any product it uses and say why.

Call now to be connected with a local mold remediation company in Canton.

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A local note

Cherokee County Environmental Health, headquartered at 1130 Bluffs Parkway in Canton, takes mold complaints and offers information but does not inspect residences, as there are no enforceable mold standards. For permits on duct or equipment replacement, ask the contractor to confirm with the City of Canton. Angi's Atlanta cost guide lists HVAC system mold remediation at $3,522 to $11,740.

HVAC & Air Duct Mold Removal questions in Canton

Should the ducts be checked after a flood?

Yes, if water reached the crawl space, basement or unit. EPA says to assume mold growth when materials stayed wet longer than 24 to 48 hours, and flooded insulated ducts are usually replaced.

Can I keep running the AC if the ducts might have mold?

EPA says not to run a system you know or suspect is contaminated, since it can spread mold. Tell the company if you need cooling so it can plan around that.

Does Georgia require a mold license for duct work?

No. Georgia has no state mold license or certification. Rebuilding can fall under contractor licensing, which you can check on GOALS Verify Now, and HVAC equipment work is its own trade.

Does lowering indoor humidity help prevent duct mold?

Yes. EPA recommends keeping indoor humidity below 60 percent, ideally 30 to 50 percent, and keeping drip pans clean.