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Q: Can mold in air ducts make you sick?

• <div><p><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-do-i-know-if-i-have-mold-my-air-ducts.htm">Mold in air ducts</a> releases spores into the air, which cause allergic reactions and respiratory issues. Common symptoms include coughing, sneezing, or itchy eyes. Prolonged mold exposure can lead to more serious health issues, especially for those with compromised immune systems.</p></div>

Q: How do I find the source of the moldy smell in my house?

• <div><p>You can find the smell of mold in your house in two ways: following your nose, and using common sense tactics like looking anywhere there&rsquo;s water first. Mold cannot form in a completely dry environment, which is why you see mold much more often under kitchen sinks than on garage floors. If you have looked everywhere and still can&rsquo;t find the source, <b>hire a pro</b>, because you may have mold in your walls.</p></div>

Q: What is the typical price range for having your home's air ducts professionally cleaned?

• <div><p>Air duct cleaning costs an average of $270 to $500 , depending on the number of vents and the total length of the ducts in your home. The type of ducts you have also plays a role since flexible ducts are more susceptible to damage and more difficult and time-consuming to clean properly. Expect higher labor costs for difficult-to-access ducts.</p></div>

Q: Why does my whole house smell like cat pee?

• <div><p>Cat pee has a strong ammonia-like smell, so if you smell cat pee but don&rsquo;t have a cat or don&rsquo;t suspect your cat has any accidents, there could be other issues at hand. Aside from pet urine, your house may smell like cat pee from leaking freon from an old fridge, mold, spilled cleaning supplies, or even outside odors from nearby farms. </p></div>

Q: How messy is air duct cleaning?

• <div><p>Air duct cleaning involves removing dust and debris from a home&rsquo;s ductwork. It can be a messy process, but a professional air duct cleaning company will work to minimize that mess by closing and covering vent registers and using a high-powered vacuum to remove debris. A pro will also use drop cloths and plastic guards to prevent dust from the vents from entering your home.</p></div>

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Last update on December 02, 2025

Reviewed in May 2025
Excellent job of installation - friendly, answered my questions. Cleaned up after the job. Love the windows!
Renewal by Andersen
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Reviewed in November 2023
set up appointment and was there on time. Did the job and cleaned up afterwords.
US Energy Savers
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Reviewed in June 2018
Very hard working crew. They clean up well. Very prompt. I highly recommend them.
ArborPro Tree Service LLC
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Reviewed in May 2018
A home we had bought needed radon mitigation to reduce the radon level below the EPA recommended 4 pCi/L level. Being an older home which had been extensively added onto by previous owners, the construction which included approx. 1/3 over a small basement, 1/3 over two separate areas of concrete...
Neighbors Heating Cooling Plumbing & Geothermal
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Reviewed in August 2017
Would clean gutters IF I purchased their product.
LeafFilter Gutter Protection
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Reviewed in May 2017
Everything went well. Installation and adaptation to my existing ducts was exactly as I wanted it. The price seemed high, but they were actually the lowest of 3 local bids.
C AND K Heating, Cooling & Plumbing
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Reviewed in August 2016
I decided to make the purchase though I did not need all of the equipment. The TRITON 9000 RS Generator/Compressor/Welder machine was what I really had my eye on. I had never seen a machine with so many functions before. The 10,000 gas generator is the machine I needed the most, but the other...
AMP-American Multi-Products
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Reviewed in June 2014
Gravis was on time and very reasonably priced. He cleaned all the tile and grout and sealed it. He provided instructions for follow up care and left additional sealant for any necessary reapplication.
Durachem
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Reviewed in February 2014
Pipes. First crew showed up, told me my pipes were frozen, and that I'd need a different crew. 2nd crew cleaned out pipe.
Roto-Rooter Sewer Drain Service
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Reviewed in June 2013
Mike arrived right on time and got started after introductions. He did a thorough job inspecting both buildings for a very reasonable price. He climbed up on the roofs of both inspected gutter chimneys, then around both foundations. Then inside checking both furnaces and AC units. Windows,...
The BrickKicker
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Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories, Inc

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Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories, Inc

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Customers say: True professional

Recommended by 93% of Angi customers

ETR Laboratories in an analytic laboratory with a broad range of commercial, industrial and individual clients. We provide analytic services using a wide variety of scientific methods including GC/MS, IC/MS, GIR, NMR and SEM equipment. We can do particle analysis, organic and inorganic chemical analysis and micro analysis on biological and other materials. Private water analysis is our specialty. Award winning. Additional DBA - Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories Inc, ETR Labs, ETR Laboratories.

"as advertised"

Nancy C on July 2018

"as advertised"

Nancy C on July 2018

Converse Conditioned Air

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Converse Conditioned Air

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Customers say: Super punctual

Recommended by 90% of Angi customers

Additional address - PO Box 1603, Ames, Iowa 50010.

"The first tech that came out said he had never worked on a Geo unit before. I pointed out the defective part to him. He contacted a co-worker who had him get a new pump ordered. Was told it would be 4 to 14 days to get the new pump. I looked online to see what kind of price to expect for the new pump, it was $230. New pump took 6 days to arrive. Pump was replaced and the furnace worked fine. The bill came and it was $408 labor for about 4 man hours of work and $610 parts. Parts were the pump and two rubber gaskets. I inquired about the 260% mark up on the pump thinking that seemed like a hefty mark up. Josh checked into it and informed me they had paid over $400 for the pump. Still a hefty mark up and not a very competitive price. I don’t have a problem paying for quality service but this felt like I was being taken advantage of. Perhaps Converse should find another parts supplier. I will be finding another HVAC service."

Jim A on January 2021

Additional address - PO Box 1603, Ames, Iowa 50010.

"The first tech that came out said he had never worked on a Geo unit before. I pointed out the defective part to him. He contacted a co-worker who had him get a new pump ordered. Was told it would be 4 to 14 days to get the new pump. I looked online to see what kind of price to expect for the new pump, it was $230. New pump took 6 days to arrive. Pump was replaced and the furnace worked fine. The bill came and it was $408 labor for about 4 man hours of work and $610 parts. Parts were the pump and two rubber gaskets. I inquired about the 260% mark up on the pump thinking that seemed like a hefty mark up. Josh checked into it and informed me they had paid over $400 for the pump. Still a hefty mark up and not a very competitive price. I don’t have a problem paying for quality service but this felt like I was being taken advantage of. Perhaps Converse should find another parts supplier. I will be finding another HVAC service."

Jim A on January 2021

Absolute Cleaning Systems

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Absolute Cleaning Systems

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

Absolute Cleaning Systems is a professional, full-service cleaner operating in Southeastern Iowa since 2014. Absolute is dedicated to superior quality service at affordable pricing, providing an Absolute value to the customer! We are fully insured and accredited in the services we provide. We combine knowledge, skill, training, experience, superior equipment, and a caring demeanor to provide the customer with a superior experience! Give us a call today at 641 932-4500 for a free estimate and see what Absolute can do for you! We serve commercial as well as residential customers.

"It went very well and very good. The workers was very professional."

steve p on January 2020

"It went very well and very good. The workers was very professional."

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Air Duct Cleaning questions, answered by experts

Mold in air ducts releases spores into the air, which cause allergic reactions and respiratory issues. Common symptoms include coughing, sneezing, or itchy eyes. Prolonged mold exposure can lead to more serious health issues, especially for those with compromised immune systems.

You can find the smell of mold in your house in two ways: following your nose, and using common sense tactics like looking anywhere there’s water first. Mold cannot form in a completely dry environment, which is why you see mold much more often under kitchen sinks than on garage floors. If you have looked everywhere and still can’t find the source, hire a pro, because you may have mold in your walls.

Air duct cleaning costs an average of $270 to $500 , depending on the number of vents and the total length of the ducts in your home. The type of ducts you have also plays a role since flexible ducts are more susceptible to damage and more difficult and time-consuming to clean properly. Expect higher labor costs for difficult-to-access ducts.

Cat pee has a strong ammonia-like smell, so if you smell cat pee but don’t have a cat or don’t suspect your cat has any accidents, there could be other issues at hand. Aside from pet urine, your house may smell like cat pee from leaking freon from an old fridge, mold, spilled cleaning supplies, or even outside odors from nearby farms.

Air duct cleaning involves removing dust and debris from a home’s ductwork. It can be a messy process, but a professional air duct cleaning company will work to minimize that mess by closing and covering vent registers and using a high-powered vacuum to remove debris. A pro will also use drop cloths and plastic guards to prevent dust from the vents from entering your home.

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