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Avatar for DMV Air Duct & Dryer Vent Cleaning
DMV Air Duct & Dryer Vent Cleaning
5.0(
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Air Ducts & Vents - Clean

Serving Kettering, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Victor arrived promptly & did an outstanding job cleaning my ducts & dryer vent. He was professional , courteous & had excellent customer service skills. The next time I need the service I will definitely call DMV air duct & dryer vent clearing."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate95%
57 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for The Best Air Quality and Restoration
The Best Air Quality and Restoration
4.8(
236
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Air Ducts & Vents - CleanAir Ducts & Vents - Clean - For Business

Serving Kettering, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Best Air Quality and Restoration did a spectacular job! I can't say enough about the employees. They did an outstanding job! They were punctual,polite and followed social distancing protocols.They assessed the home and cleaned the air ducts quickly and efficiently. I am very pleased with their service and highly recommended this company. I purchased a new home and had them come clean the ducts to improve the homes environment. They showed me before and after pictures and I noticed a difference right away"
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Response time10 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Lowe's Air Duct Cleaning Inc.
5.0(
20
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Air Ducts & Vents - CleanAir Ducts & Vents - Clean - For Business

Serving Kettering, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The technician that cleaned my ductwork had a lot of work to do. Milan had asked me as he was leaving how long had it been since I had the ducts cleaned. I couldn’t recall, then realized it was a long time ago. 30 years! As a new homeowner I had zero experience so I was relying on my husband. He died 5 years after we bought this house and being clueless about the care & upkeep on it. I neglected pretty much everything. Lowes the Company offered the same exact cleaning as 2 other companies that gave me estimates over $1,000. Lowes has 3 flat rates to choose from, I chose the $398 special and that’s exactly what I paid. Great Company with Great prices!"
Response time7 hrs
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by40%of homeowners
Avatar for Sixpenny Chimney Sweeps
Sixpenny Chimney Sweeps
4.5(
814
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Air Ducts & Vents - CleanAir Ducts & Vents - Clean - For Business

Serving Kettering, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The technician, David, arrived on time, and the company gave me the heads-up beforehand that I had requested. He went right to work, looking at the clog in my dryer (it had stopped several days earlier and the fault code told me there was a blockage), and then setting up his ladder to do the cleaning from the vent outside. He explained the process so I knew what he would be doing, and didn't seem to mind that I watched him closely. First thing we saw was a sparrow fly out of the vent, so as he noted, we could expect a bird nest. He then proceeded to pull out about a foot of nest material (thankfully only one egg and no babies). After he got out all of the big stuff, he ran a brush all the way to the dryer. Running the dryer then pushed out all of the lint. He bagged up as much as he could and took it away, but a lot of it disintegrated on touch. He assured me it would disappear in the next rain, and I'm sure it will. I then asked him about installing a bird guard, and he told me how much it would be ($85) and showed it to me. I liked the design since it does not appear it will collect lint, like one I had in a previous house, and it was metal so it should last. I had him install it. He then wrote up the invoice and I happily paid ($125 for cleaning, $85 for vent). No hidden or extra charges, no attempts to upsell. He told me that they usually recommend cleaning every two years, but given our small household size, three should probably be fine. I will be in touch with SixPenny in spring 2022."
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for C&C Home Services, LLC
C&C Home Services, LLC
4.5(
410
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Air Ducts & Vents - CleanAir Ducts & Vents - Clean - For Business

Serving Kettering, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Giovanni came to check the venting and duct cleaning for our clothes dryer. He was very courteous and professional. He explained the problem with our present setup and gave us alternatives to handle it. He did not try to charge us for unnecessary work. I highly recommend him and C & C for honest and effective advice."
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truck mounted vacuum 5300 cfm

+17

Response time20 mins
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Avatar for Fair Duct Cleaning, LLC
Fair Duct Cleaning, LLC
4.0(
84
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Air Ducts & Vents - Clean

Serving Kettering, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These guys were fantastic! Rony and Luz were a great team and were very thorough in cleaning my ducts. They showed me before and after pictures of my ducts and wow what a difference! They were able to walk me through the whole process and show me exactly what they were doing, and answered any questions I had. I can tell that there is better air quality in my house and the air is blowing stronger out of the vents. I have already recommended Fair Duct and the Rony/ Luz team to friends and family."
Response time2 hrs
Response rate91%
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Avatar for Elite Home Services
Elite Home Services
4.6(
204
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Air Ducts & Vents - CleanAir Ducts & Vents - Clean - For Business

Serving Kettering, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I initially was going to have just the dryer vents cleaned but decided to also have the air ducts and vents cleaned since I have lived in the house for 10 years and never had this done. I was amazed! Dan (the technician) took pictures which I am too embarrassed to post. I had a tear in the dryer vent which I was not aware of so I had the hose replaced. I was very impressed with the quality of the work that was done and I highly recommend Dan."
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Response time1 hour
Response rate100%
661 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Air Duct Cleaning FAQs, answered by experts

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.

Condensation forms when warmer, outside air combines with cooler air in your ductwork. This can happen when there are leaks in your air ducts, your HVAC system has a dirty air filter, or there’s a lack of insulation around the ducts. To prevent it from happening, replace your HVAC filters as directed. Also, once every five years, hire a local air duct cleaner to clean and inspect them.

Yes, rust in ductwork is bad if it’s left untreated. Mild rust can be removed before it causes any significant damage. However, if you ignore rust, it can affect the structural integrity of the ductwork, and you’ll eventually need to replace it entirely. In addition, rust-causing moisture in ducts can also cause mold growth.

The simplest way to know if your return air vent is working properly is to test it. Take a piece of tissue or paper (the thinner, the better) and hold it up alongside the air return. If the return air vent is working as expected, it should suck the paper toward the vent. 

The best location for return air vents is strategic to ensure balanced airflow and temperature control. In most homes, placing them in central, open areas like hallways or large living spaces is most effective. Ideally, they should be located across from a supply vent. Climate is also a factor: in warm climates, place vents high on the walls to help remove rising hot air, while in colder climates, lower placement is better. It's also important to ensure that vents placed low on walls are not blocked by furniture. The optimal placement ultimately depends on your HVAC system's design, your home's specific heating and cooling needs, and the accessibility of the ductwork.

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