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Originally Posted by bobkatfly
Yes. The filters are very easy to clean but the fan and coils also get a lot of deposits that mix with condensation and can become a moldy mess. This area needs to be cleaned and as you mentioned, it's difficult to access and clean. I've done it a few times with common tools you might have on hand but it can be messy. Having it on the wall with a finished floor underneath requires protecting the floor. Also, the plastic housing can be a bear to remove.
If you don't feel comfortable doing this work on a ladder it might be worthwhile to have a HVAC company do it.
Have a look at this.
https://youtu.be/texGW7Gi3fg?si=B4hq8nNzRZrmvjm1 |
That’s more work than the average homeowner is ever going to DIY. You’d think one of the mini split companies would be looking to distinguish themselves by engineering easy access to all areas needing cleaning versus glossing over those requirements. I don't mind committing to the cleaning. It’s the access that’s a big turnoff.
What’s the cost for an HVAC pro to come in and take care of this?