Can I put furniture in front of a return air vent?

• <div><p>If possible, avoid placing furniture in front of a return air vent. A blocked air vent can cause your HVAC system to use more energy, which in turn can lower the life span of your unit and raise your energy bill. Furniture can also trap hot or cold air, damaging your furniture or appliances. </p><p><a href="https://www.angi.com/nearme/duct-installers/">Professional duct installers </a>suggest leaving between <b>six and 12 inches</b> of space in front of an air return vent. If you must place furniture in front of a return air vent, try to aim for putting furniture over a floor vent instead of in front of a wall vent, and avoid draping curtains over any vent system. </p></div>

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Q: How do pros ensure thorough disinfection during cleaning?

• <div><p>They utilize high-grade disinfectants and follow rigorous protocols for germ and virus control.</p></div>

Q: Do vent air deflectors work?

• <div><p>Yes, vent deflectors do work to redirect hot and cold air distributed from your HVAC system. If installed correctly&mdash;and magnetic deflectors make it easy to DIY&mdash; you might find that a deflector is enough to redirect the warm or cool air where you prefer it to be. At the very least, it&rsquo;s an easy, inexpensive experiment before committing to the bigger project of moving the air vent to a new location.</p></div>

Q: Will my house be dusty after duct cleaning?

• <div><p>If a professional does ductwork cleaning correctly, your home should not be dusty. However, inexperienced cleaners, including DIYers, may dislodge debris without properly containing it. Ensure any pro you hire is certified and has the correct equipment to capture debris instead of just stirring it up. </p></div>

Q: How much does air duct cleaning cost?

• <div><p>The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-air-duct-cleaning-cost.htm">cost for air duct cleaning</a> is about <b>$380</b>, on average. However, costs can range between $270 and $500, depending on location, number of vents, duct accessibility, and how much cleaning is required. Additional factors can impact the cost of cleaning your air ducts, such as removing pests, mold and mildew, asbestos, and other unforeseen needs. Any repairs will also add to the cost of the job.</p></div>

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Last update on December 01, 2025

Reviewed in November 2024
Had a tree fall in a wind storm and almost hit the power lines, the tree had rotten roots. We had to have the other half taken down. B and B got to us in faster than we thought. They were able to safely down the remaining half. Took the time to clean and make sure that everything was clean and...
B and B Tree and Landscaping
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Reviewed in May 2024
Very reliable, knowledgeable & professional. Pleased with completed job. Give an excellent rating. Highly recommend AC-PRO Tree Service!!
AC-PRO Tree Service, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2022
Great Job, professional and cleaned up very well. Will hire again
BlackRock Renovations
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Reviewed in August 2017
We have a contract with them. They came in the spring to check. We just do that. There have been no problems with the checkup. They did install, it has been a few years ago, our new heater. They installed our new air conditioner whenever we got a new air conditioner.
Biddle's Heating and Cooling
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Reviewed in July 2017
What they said they were going to do and actually happen didn't match. All that was done for $79 was looked at my air filter, and check the freon pressure at the air conditioning unit. To be fair, I was wanting to know the health of my compressor and whether the amount of freon was correct or if...
Dash Heating and Air, LLC
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Reviewed in June 2016
I had this company come out because they have done great work for me in the past. They came to my home just to clean the gutters and wash the house. I asked them do they do driveways and they said yes. They just threw in the whitening of my gutters for free. I then asked them do they know a good...
Clear As Glass
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Reviewed in July 2014
Very professional, friendly, and did a great job. Cleaned up when he left. Would definitely use again.
Mainline Glass
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Reviewed in July 2013
I like everything about him. He installed air conditioning systems in our house about 1999. Anytime I need him, he's here within a matter of a few hours. I would absolutely continue to use him in the future.
Albright, Gerald L. Heating And Air Conditioning
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Reviewed in July 2013
My husband had gotten a written estimate from Tim Fink about a year earlier to have AC & furnace replaced in our home. Tim was gracious enough to honor the estimate and even replaced the water heater @ the price quoted for just the furnace and AC, which of course, he didn't have to do. The guys...
FINK HEATING & COOLING
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Reviewed in November 2011
Wonderful. Excellent craftmanship. Professional attitude. The windows have helped us extensively with cold air leaks in the sun porch. Will employ them again as we continue to replace windows in the house.
Folks Glass & Mirror
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Blown Away Cleaning

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4 years of experience

Blown away cleaning is a service that cleans dryer vents via air pressure and inspects dryer fans via directional endoscopes to prevent house fires and to save money on the electric bills by making sure the dryer is operating at max efficiency. We also troubleshoot your vent line and tell you how to make it the most efficient, safe, and code compliant.

American Home Guard Home Warranty - PA

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American Home Guard Home Warranty - PA

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American Home Guard is America’s top rated home warranty provider. They service home buyers and sellers across the nation.They offer home warranty service plans for single family homes, multiple units, condos, and even mobile and manufactured homes. They are proud to offer their referral and realtor programs as well as enticing rates to multiple property owners.

Second Nature (Formerly FilterEasy)

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Second Nature (Formerly FilterEasy)

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Global Plasma Solutions is a manufacturing company that sells air purification systems primarily into the commercial and residential markets. Home owners can benenfit from our systems as they are easily adapted to any HVAC system. Go to www.gpshvac.com to find a certified contractor near you to have one installed within your home.

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Air Duct Cleaning questions, answered by experts

They utilize high-grade disinfectants and follow rigorous protocols for germ and virus control.

Yes, vent deflectors do work to redirect hot and cold air distributed from your HVAC system. If installed correctly—and magnetic deflectors make it easy to DIY— you might find that a deflector is enough to redirect the warm or cool air where you prefer it to be. At the very least, it’s an easy, inexpensive experiment before committing to the bigger project of moving the air vent to a new location.

If a professional does ductwork cleaning correctly, your home should not be dusty. However, inexperienced cleaners, including DIYers, may dislodge debris without properly containing it. Ensure any pro you hire is certified and has the correct equipment to capture debris instead of just stirring it up.

The cost for air duct cleaning is about $380, on average. However, costs can range between $270 and $500, depending on location, number of vents, duct accessibility, and how much cleaning is required. Additional factors can impact the cost of cleaning your air ducts, such as removing pests, mold and mildew, asbestos, and other unforeseen needs. Any repairs will also add to the cost of the job.

If possible, avoid placing furniture in front of a return air vent. A blocked air vent can cause your HVAC system to use more energy, which in turn can lower the life span of your unit and raise your energy bill. Furniture can also trap hot or cold air, damaging your furniture or appliances.

Professional duct installers suggest leaving between six and 12 inches of space in front of an air return vent. If you must place furniture in front of a return air vent, try to aim for putting furniture over a floor vent instead of in front of a wall vent, and avoid draping curtains over any vent system.

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