How long does HVAC maintenance take?

• <div><p>HVAC maintenance takes <b>one to two hours </b>for a pro to complete every task. The actual time it’ll take will depend on the size of your HVAC system, whether it’s been regularly maintained, and if your tech identifies any repairs that need addressing. If you decide to DIY your HVAC maintenance, the process will likely take longer.</p></div>

Do whole-house humidifiers cause mold in ducts?

• <div><p>Damp air from a humidifier can cause mold in ducts if it raises the air's humidity level too high for the duct system to handle or malfunctions, but it’s not a normal occurrence. To avoid mold trouble, set the humidistat to between 30% and 35% and inspect it often to ensure accuracy.</p></div>

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Q: Does the EPA recommend duct cleaning?

• <div><p>The EPA recommends duct cleaning only as needed&mdash;meaning routine cleaning is unnecessary. But if you suspect mold or other contaminants in your ductwork, consult a local professional to determine the best next steps. </p></div>

Q: Does a basement need ventilation to reduce humidity?

• <div><p>Proper basement ventilation is very effective at reducing humidity. Without enough ventilation, your basement is prone to mold and moisture damage. Your basement should have as much natural ventilation via windows and doors as possible, and if your budget allows, you should also consider installing an ERV system to keep basement humidity levels at bay.</p></div>

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>

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Verified Reviews for Air Duct Cleaning pros in Hoyt Lakes, MN

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Last update on December 02, 2025

Reviewed in June 2024
The workers are fantastic. Everyone was so pleasant. They clean up after themselves. They all work so well together.
Leigh Thomas Construction
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Reviewed in June 2022
Excellent! Matt even cleaned and re-colored and sealed our 15 year old colored stamped borders on our driveway giving it a brand new look! The patio is amazing!
Md Concrete
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Reviewed in April 2022
Professional, timely service cleaning all of the heating ducts and cold air return throughout my house.
Warwas Heating & Cooling, LLC
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Reviewed in March 2017
Ben P. arrived on time. Assessed the situation and set out to unclog the pipe. It didn't take long before the pipe was clear and everything was working fine. Ben was polite, explained the situation to us. He left the kitchen clean. Yes we would use again.
Weld & Sons Plumbing
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Reviewed in January 2017
Haven't had any troubles since. So went very well. Stay dry had taken there time in a quick and quality for tearing up my basement do to the type of job. Which I expected. They did there best to clean up and didn't leave nothing behind.
stay-dry
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Reviewed in February 2016
I contacted the company that made the boiler and sent pictures of how the fresh air intake and exhaust had been installed. They sent me diagrams as to how they should be installed. Randalls had installed them in reverse of how they should have been installed. When the service guys came several...
Randall Brothers Heating & Air Conditioning Inc
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Reviewed in June 2014
He is very professional and knowledgable. He is also a good source for questions. I use him for many questions. Always cleans up after himself. Very prompt. Very professional. He gives high quality, professional service.
Montgomery Electric Inc
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Reviewed in October 2012
First I got an estimate and decided to have Aire Serv install my new furnace. The workers were professional and they showed up to work when they said they would. The installation went well and they showed me how my furnace operated and they even programmed my thermostat. Over all I was very...
Aire Serv of Northeastern Minnesota
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Reviewed in May 2012
He did a fast good job and did not charge us much. I was expecting to pay about a thousand bucks and it was only two hundred. We have a huge tree in our yard and it was touching the roof. It was just huge and he needed to cut it way down and he did. When he came we left to go out to eat. We were...
CARPENTER BROTHERS TREE & STUMP REMOVAL
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Reviewed in August 2011
We decided on a Mini Split because of our situation. No duct work in the house and we were very familiar with Mini Split AC units having lived in Asia for three years. They are very efficient units. We contacted Summit Mechanical at a Home Show in Duluth and were very impressed with the Fujtsu...
Summit Mechanical Service Inc
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Second Nature (Formerly FilterEasy)

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Second Nature (Formerly FilterEasy)

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Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

Second Nature, formerly FilterEasy, empowers its members to achieve long-lasting, sustainable home wellness with convenient subscription plans, including high-quality home air filters and refrigerator water filters. We exist to simplify home wellness, to make it so easy and convenient that it becomes second nature. Learn about our products and subscribe at www.SecondNature.com/home.

Global Plasma Solutions

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Global Plasma Solutions

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Customers say: Quality work

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

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.

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.

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Nancy C on July 2018

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Air Duct Cleaning questions, answered by experts

The EPA recommends duct cleaning only as needed—meaning routine cleaning is unnecessary. But if you suspect mold or other contaminants in your ductwork, consult a local professional to determine the best next steps.

Proper basement ventilation is very effective at reducing humidity. Without enough ventilation, your basement is prone to mold and moisture damage. Your basement should have as much natural ventilation via windows and doors as possible, and if your budget allows, you should also consider installing an ERV system to keep basement humidity levels at bay.

HVAC maintenance takes one to two hours for a pro to complete every task. The actual time it’ll take will depend on the size of your HVAC system, whether it’s been regularly maintained, and if your tech identifies any repairs that need addressing. If you decide to DIY your HVAC maintenance, the process will likely take longer.

Damp air from a humidifier can cause mold in ducts if it raises the air's humidity level too high for the duct system to handle or malfunctions, but it’s not a normal occurrence. To avoid mold trouble, set the humidistat to between 30% and 35% and inspect it often to ensure accuracy.

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

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