Q: Is a house supposed to be clean when you buy it?

• <div><p>Unless it&rsquo;s written into the purchase agreement, there&rsquo;s no legal obligation that a house you&rsquo;ve bought has to be clean before you move in. The previous owner is generally required to sweep the house, but that doesn&rsquo;t guarantee everything will be spotless upon your arrival. If possible, discuss the cleaning requirements with the real estate company before moving in.</p></div>

Q: What time of year should you clean the outside of your house?

• <div><p>The best time to clean the outside of your house is during your <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/outdoor-spring-cleaning-checklist.htm">outdoor spring cleaning</a>. Wait until late spring, after the wave of pollen is done coating your home. You can also wash your house in late fall&ndash;before the first freeze&ndash;to remove leaves and branches from the gutters.</p></div>

Q: What are common issues requiring professional cleaning?

• <div><p>Smoke stains, grease buildup, mold, and water spots are common reasons for hiring professional cleaning services.</p></div>

Q: Do you have to take window screens down to clean them?

• <div><p>No, but removing window screens will achieve a deeper clean. If you aren&rsquo;t sure how to remove your screens, you can still clean them while in your window. You can follow the same cleaning steps, but you may not be able to get into corners or struggle to clean the entire screen if the window is up high.</p></div>

Q: How do you clean an estate?

• <div><p>To clean an estate, start by locating all important documents, which you&rsquo;ll need to sort through. Have the mail forwarded, <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-change-a-door-lock.htm">change the locks</a>, and take inventory of the entire estate. Once you know what you&rsquo;re dealing with, create a plan and a timeline for the cleanout. Start clearing out rooms and sorting items to donate, sell, or get rid of. Finally, deep clean the property.</p></div>

Swick's Duct Cleaning

Swick's Duct Cleaning

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 98% of Angi customers

9 years of experience

Welcome to Swick's Duct Cleaning. We are a full service duct cleaning company who takes great pride in the quality of our work and guarantees customer satisfaction. We service both residential and commercial properties. Serving Siouxland and its surrounding areas, we are insured, be sure to give us a call today for a free estimate.

"They know what they are doing"

Gary H on July 2024

Welcome to Swick's Duct Cleaning. We are a full service duct cleaning company who takes great pride in the quality of our work and guarantees customer satisfaction. We service both residential and commercial properties. Serving Siouxland and its surrounding areas, we are insured, be sure to give us a call today for a free estimate.

"They know what they are doing"

Gary H on July 2024

LeafFilter Gutter Protection

LeafFilter Gutter Protection

Customers say: Quality work

20 years of experience

Free onsite estimate

As the most reliable gutter protection brand in North America, LeafFilter Gutter Protection has improved the strength and longevity of gutter systems from coast to coast. The LeafFilter team provides gutter replacement, cleaning, and repairs in addition to installing gutter guards. From its innovative design and award-winning technology to its professional installation, LeafFilter protects the value of your home and is the perfect complement to your roof. Its patented three-piece system features a stainless steel micromesh screen, structural hangers, and uPVC framing to optimize debris repellence and weather resistance.

"Excellent work. Was originally 4 times more than expensive than others, but more professional. Offered lower price as I had other lower quote. Even though they were 50% high price, I’m glad I still choose Leaf Filter as they were very professional and warranted their work while others did not."

Kevin L on December 2025

As the most reliable gutter protection brand in North America, LeafFilter Gutter Protection has improved the strength and longevity of gutter systems from coast to coast. The LeafFilter team provides gutter replacement, cleaning, and repairs in addition to installing gutter guards. From its innovative design and award-winning technology to its professional installation, LeafFilter protects the value of your home and is the perfect complement to your roof. Its patented three-piece system features a stainless steel micromesh screen, structural hangers, and uPVC framing to optimize debris repellence and weather resistance.

"Excellent work. Was originally 4 times more than expensive than others, but more professional. Offered lower price as I had other lower quote. Even though they were 50% high price, I’m glad I still choose Leaf Filter as they were very professional and warranted their work while others did not."

Kevin L on December 2025

LeafFilter Gutter Protection

LeafFilter Gutter Protection

Customers say: Quality work

20 years of experience

Free onsite estimate

As the most reliable gutter protection brand in North America, LeafFilter Gutter Protection has improved the strength and longevity of gutter systems from coast to coast. The LeafFilter team provides gutter replacement, cleaning, and repairs in addition to installing gutter guards. From its innovative design and award-winning technology to its professional installation, LeafFilter protects the value of your home and is the perfect complement to your roof. Its patented three-piece system features a stainless steel micromesh screen, structural hangers, and uPVC framing to optimize debris repellence and weather resistance.

"Professional and fair pricing"

Patrick K on February 2025

As the most reliable gutter protection brand in North America, LeafFilter Gutter Protection has improved the strength and longevity of gutter systems from coast to coast. The LeafFilter team provides gutter replacement, cleaning, and repairs in addition to installing gutter guards. From its innovative design and award-winning technology to its professional installation, LeafFilter protects the value of your home and is the perfect complement to your roof. Its patented three-piece system features a stainless steel micromesh screen, structural hangers, and uPVC framing to optimize debris repellence and weather resistance.

"Professional and fair pricing"

Patrick K on February 2025

Ductz of Siouxland

Ductz of Siouxland

1 years of experience

Free onsite estimate

Meet DUCTZ of Siouxland – Your Local Experts in Indoor Air Quality We’re a family-owned business serving the greater Siouxland area. As lifelong locals, my wife Taylor and I (Justin) are raising our two children right here in the community we love. We launched DUCTZ of Siouxland to raise awareness about indoor air quality and help families and businesses breathe easier. Since 2002, DUCTZ has led the way in air duct cleaning, HVAC restoration, and dryer vent cleaning. We serve both residential and commercial clients with a focus on quality, safety, and customer care. Our technicians follow strict NADCA, ACCA, and EPA standards using advanced tools and methods. Our Services Include: ✔️ Air Duct & Dryer Vent Cleaning ✔️ Mold Remediation & Antimicrobial Treatments ✔️ Odor Fogging ✔️ Bathroom Exhaust & Chimney Cleaning ✔️ AC & Furnace Cleaning We’d love to help you breathe cleaner air—at home or at work!

"Excellent, thorough, and courteous work. Would hire again."

Aaron T on December 2025

Meet DUCTZ of Siouxland – Your Local Experts in Indoor Air Quality We’re a family-owned business serving the greater Siouxland area. As lifelong locals, my wife Taylor and I (Justin) are raising our two children right here in the community we love. We launched DUCTZ of Siouxland to raise awareness about indoor air quality and help families and businesses breathe easier. Since 2002, DUCTZ has led the way in air duct cleaning, HVAC restoration, and dryer vent cleaning. We serve both residential and commercial clients with a focus on quality, safety, and customer care. Our technicians follow strict NADCA, ACCA, and EPA standards using advanced tools and methods. Our Services Include: ✔️ Air Duct & Dryer Vent Cleaning ✔️ Mold Remediation & Antimicrobial Treatments ✔️ Odor Fogging ✔️ Bathroom Exhaust & Chimney Cleaning ✔️ AC & Furnace Cleaning We’d love to help you breathe cleaner air—at home or at work!

"Excellent, thorough, and courteous work. Would hire again."

Aaron T on December 2025

Good Life Indoor Comfort LLC

Good Life Indoor Comfort LLC

Emergency services offered

We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion, we work with you until the job is done. We are ethical, honest, and easy to communicate with. Call us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you

"AJ was very helpful and super kind throughout the whole process! Would definitely call him for all future needs! "

Cara G on December 2025

We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion, we work with you until the job is done. We are ethical, honest, and easy to communicate with. Call us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you

"AJ was very helpful and super kind throughout the whole process! Would definitely call him for all future needs! "

Cara G on December 2025

The Gutter Man Seamless, LLC

The Gutter Man Seamless, LLC

9 years of experience

Free onsite estimate

The Gutter Man Seamless is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"I called to set up an appointment and he came the next day. Did an excellent job. Very nice friendly and professional. The cost was very reasonable. He also inspected our roof for us and took pictures so we could see any damage. We would definitely use him again. "

Betty M on September 2025

The Gutter Man Seamless is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"I called to set up an appointment and he came the next day. Did an excellent job. Very nice friendly and professional. The cost was very reasonable. He also inspected our roof for us and took pictures so we could see any damage. We would definitely use him again. "

Betty M on September 2025

Cabanas Heating & Air LLC

New on AngiNew on Angi

•Approved Pro

Cabanas Heating & Air LLC

New on AngiNew on Angi

•Approved Pro

Free onsite estimate

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service, that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction, from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate, with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job. Call us today!

Blindsgalore

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Blindsgalore

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Customers say: True professional

Recommended by 91% of Angi customers

Family owned & operated. Blindsgalore is the DIY-ers choice for the best selection and value in custom window coverings. Blindsgalore's goal is to make home improvement and decorating more affordable by providing easy access to the most comprehensive collection of custom made to order window treatments/window coverings and knowledgeable, friendly customer service professionals. We offer the most comprehensive collection of custom window treatments from Bali, Graber, Comfortex, Good Housekeeping and Levolor, as well as our own Blindsgalore collection, allowing you unlimited design choices and affordable prices. All our products are first quality, custom made to your specifications, and shipped direct to you from the factory. Cost is determined by the job.

"Horrible customer service and the product is only getting worse over time. I have ordered 16 shutters from them over 5 separate orders during the last two years. A recent order late last year came with parts missing and getting replacement parts was a hassle because I had to provide pictures. How do you provide pictures of missing parts? My most recent order arrived without the mounting strips and blocking strips being pre-drilled. I received the screws and screw covers but no holes for them. After multiple back and forth with "Angie" from customer service I was forwarded a poorly spelled response from their supplier stating "usually" they don't pre-drill holes. Usually? All of my other shutters over the last two years were pre-drilled. I was then told it was my fault because this order was a single panel shutter vs all my previous orders being dual shutters and I would have to pay to get replacement strips with pre-drilled holes in them. What does a single vs a dual shutter have to do with whether or not holes are drilled in hanging and blocking strips?"

Lee S on April 2023

Family owned & operated. Blindsgalore is the DIY-ers choice for the best selection and value in custom window coverings. Blindsgalore's goal is to make home improvement and decorating more affordable by providing easy access to the most comprehensive collection of custom made to order window treatments/window coverings and knowledgeable, friendly customer service professionals. We offer the most comprehensive collection of custom window treatments from Bali, Graber, Comfortex, Good Housekeeping and Levolor, as well as our own Blindsgalore collection, allowing you unlimited design choices and affordable prices. All our products are first quality, custom made to your specifications, and shipped direct to you from the factory. Cost is determined by the job.

"Horrible customer service and the product is only getting worse over time. I have ordered 16 shutters from them over 5 separate orders during the last two years. A recent order late last year came with parts missing and getting replacement parts was a hassle because I had to provide pictures. How do you provide pictures of missing parts? My most recent order arrived without the mounting strips and blocking strips being pre-drilled. I received the screws and screw covers but no holes for them. After multiple back and forth with "Angie" from customer service I was forwarded a poorly spelled response from their supplier stating "usually" they don't pre-drill holes. Usually? All of my other shutters over the last two years were pre-drilled. I was then told it was my fault because this order was a single panel shutter vs all my previous orders being dual shutters and I would have to pay to get replacement strips with pre-drilled holes in them. What does a single vs a dual shutter have to do with whether or not holes are drilled in hanging and blocking strips?"

Lee S on April 2023

Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories, Inc

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347

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Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories, Inc

4.85(

347

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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

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.