Why does the AC smell weird?
If you smell a moldy odor, chances are that mildew or fungus have begun to grow in or near your air conditioner. This makes sense since air conditioners remove excess moisture from your home in addition to cooling it. When that moisture is unable to drain properly, mold grows easily in areas with remaining moisture.
How long does the smell from a dead animal last?
ANSWER: The odor will last about 10 days or perhaps a bit longer. There is no certain way that the dead mouse can be found, and there are no chemicals that will take the odor away.
Why do I get a bad smell from my air ducts?
There are many potential sources of bad smells coming from the air ducts: Odors drawn in from the a musty crawlspace or attic. Skunk spray or dead animals in the HVAC unit or ducts. Plumbing vents tied into HVAC. Dirty sock syndrome.
Why does my AC smell like dead animals?
Sometimes a dead animal smell in the ducts is, well, a dead animal. Dead animals leave behind nasty contamination and need to be handled accordingly. Similarly, a skunk can spray the AC unit or ducts.
Can you smell a dead animal in duct work?
The ductwork does smell pretty bad though, and it’s understandable how the confusion can happen. The first thing we would recommend is to turn the air conditioning system off, leave it for half an hour to an hour, and then have a wander around your home. Can you smell the same odor?
Why does my duct work smell like septic tank?
Dead animals or even insect nests in building plumbing, especially building vents, can also produce unexpected sewer odors – see Septic and Sewer gas odor links discussed below. A dead animal is occasionally found in building duct work, or in the air handler itself; we have found birds, mice, rats, and twice a raccoon and a dead cat in ductwork.
Why does my air duct smell like dead animals?
A qualified inspection will determine if your duct system can be repaired or needs to be replaced. Sometimes a dead animal smell in the ducts is, well, a dead animal. Dead animals leave behind nasty contamination and need to be handled accordingly. Similarly, a skunk can spray the AC unit or ducts.
What can I do about the smell in my air ducts?
The only thing that you can do, in this instance, is to contact a ductwork cleaning company and have the animal removed and the ductwork cleaned. Therefore, before you get up and start cleaning the vents and ductwork, you need to consider the source of the smell.
Why does my air conditioner have a bad smell?
This air conditioner smell is likely caused by a dirty evaporator coil or clogged condensate drain. If it’s the former, you can help by spraying your condenser with a hose to clear out dirt and debris (turn off the disconnect first). But you should consider a A/C tune up for a professional clean.
What to do if your air conditioner smells like dead animals?
You will need to locate the exact duct from where the stench is erupting, use a screw diver to remove the cover and then carefully remove the carcass. It can be tricky if you don’t see the dead animal in sight, keep a torch in quick reach. Once removed, gently wipe the area clean and make sure it is dry.