Protank Marine Galley Hood Cleaning

Yachts have multiple HVAC air handlers and associated duct runs to service the different rooms.  It is important to regularly inspect and clean your yacht HVAC systems to ensure dust/debris is removed, any presence of mold is detected and remediated, and the units function efficiently as they were designed.

Being constantly in a marine environment opens the door to exposure to moisture which can lead the microbial growth of mold in duct work and on/in air handling units.  Also marine ductwork is often “fit in” during the final build stages and is often not the most efficient design.  This creates cold moist stagnant air leading to microbial growth.  As these molds, mildew and fungi develop in the dark recesses of the duct work, they multiply and spread like wildfire. It is these molds, mildew and fungi that develop spores that carry “mycotoxins” into the air.   It is these mycotoxins that can cause innumerable illnesses, diseases and even death in humans. 
Another factor to keep aware of is that HVAC units and Ducts become contaminated during exterior paint jobs when the vessel is enclosed in shrink wrap containment.  All of the grinding and sanding dust gets pulled into the fresh air supply units contaminating all of the downstream duct runs.  Not only does this lead to contaminated ductwork but also creates a dust layer which will absorb moisture and accelerate mold growth.  

Yacht Duct Cleaning and Yacht Mold Remediation should be left to Certified Professionals.  If a service provider fails to follow proper duct cleaning procedures, duct cleaning can cause indoor air problems.  For example, an inadequate vacuum collection system can release more dust, dirt, and mycotoxins than if you had left the ducts alone.   A careless or inadequately trained service provider can damage your ducts or heating and cooling system, possibly increasing your heating and air conditioning costs or forcing you to undertake difficult and costly repairs or replacements.
Professional Tank Cleaning is an accredited member of the NADCA “National Air Duct Cleaners Association” and has the following certifications:

• NADCA CERTIFIED VENTILATION INSPECTOR
• NADCA CERTIFIED AIR SYSTEM CLEANING SPECIALIST
• NADCA CERTIFIED VENTILATION SYSTEM MOLD REMEDIATOR

We have specialized marine duct cleaning equipment and use approved disinfecting chemicals to clean all air handling units and associated duct work.  We also routinely clean galley hoods and dryer vents to eliminate potential fire hazards on a vessel; (please visit that page for more information).  We provide color video inspections before during and after cleaning to assure our clients that we do not miss any areas.

We also provide and install the latest in marine air quality filtration units which utilize UV light and specialized filters to ensure the highest air quality in all of your cabin areas.  This system has the ability to eliminate any and all unpleasant odors and hazardous mycotoxins.  These sleek units are affordable and can be installed almost anywhere.

Galley exhaust hood cleaning

Contact us for further information on any of these services.