Nettoyage des conduits de ventilation : qui s'en charge dans une location ?

In a rental property, some maintenance work is the responsibility of the tenant, while other work is the responsibility of the property owner. Everyone knows that minor maintenance is the responsibility of the tenant, while major repairs must be paid for by the landlord. But what about cleaning the ventilation duct ?

Ventilation duct cleaning : why should you’make a point of it ?

If dust collects on your furniture, it can also accumulate in your ventilation ducts. And while you can easily remove it from the inside of your home, this is not the case when it comes to cleaning the ventilation. The result is that various particles settle from day to day, month to month and year to year, leading to the appearance of fungi and mould. The problem is that you and the people living in your flat breathe the air that passes through these ducts. And this is not without risk to your health, as residents can sometimes develop lung and respiratory problems without cleaning the ventilation duct.

When should the ventilation duct be cleaned?

Cleaning ventilation ducts is not the kind of maintenance you do every year. You need to call in a specialist company, and it is generally accepted that ventilation should be cleaned every 5 years. This frequency also depends on the number of inhabitants and the surface area of the flat, as well as the presence of pets and smokers in the property. So, as soon as you notice a bad smell coming out of your ducts, you should consider having your ventilation ducts cleaned or at least diagnosed.

Ventilation duct cleaning : who's responsible ?

Who is supposed to pay for a company specialising in cleaning ventilation ducts? That's the question you're probably asking yourself if you rent a property. The tenant is responsible for all minor maintenance. This may involve tightening screws or cleaning dust off the ventilation grille if necessary. The cost of ventilation cleaning is therefore more the responsibility of the property owner. You should inform the landlord if you think this type of work is not necessary. A diagnosis can be carried out before the cleaning begins. If the landlord agrees, he will pay the company's bill. On the other hand, if the landlord refuses, you can terminate your lease and find a new flat with SherlockHomes , the platform specialising in connecting outgoing tenants, landlords and prospective tenants in Switzerland.

This article is not exhaustive and does not engage the responsibility of its author.