What if the mold and mildew smell won’t go away?

• <div><p>After you clean mildew or mold that appears in your home, you expect the nasty odor to disappear, too. Sometimes, though, the odor can linger after cleaning. To <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/get-rid-musty-smells-in-house.htm">get rid of a mold smell</a>, you may need to clean the area every few days for a few weeks. Use a dehumidifier or fans to try to remove moisture from the area. If the odor remains after a few weeks, you may still have mold or mildew in the area. Call a mold testing professional for another inspection.</p></div>

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Q: Does my home need return air vents?

• <div><p>Yes. Return air vents are responsible for gathering and pulling in the warmer air. Once they draw it in, your system conditions the air by removing the warmer molecules from it, allowing your air conditioner to dispense the cooler air back into your home. Not only does this create a more comfortable environment for you, but it also keeps your air conditioner from overworking, resulting in lower energy bills. </p></div>

Q: What's the best time of year to test for leaks in ducts?

• <div><p>The best time to schedule an air duct leakage test is during the mild spring or fall seasons. During these times, your HVAC system is not under extreme demand for heating or cooling, making it easier to identify and address any issues with the ductwork. Additionally, scheduling the test during these seasons allows you to optimize your HVAC system's efficiency before the more challenging summer or winter months, ensuring comfort and energy savings throughout the year. </p></div>

Q: How often should exhaust systems be inspected?

• <div><p>Exhaust systems should be inspected annually to prevent efficiency loss and address any arising mechanical issues.</p></div>

Q: Is a damper the same as a vent?

• <div><p>No, a vent is where an HVAC duct enters into a room to deliver conditioned air, and a damper is a valve that can open and close to restrict airflow to the vents throughout your home. Some HVAC vents have manual dampers on them that let you control the airflow to specific areas of your HVAC system, but dampers can also appear on the hidden ductwork or near your air handler for more precise temperature control and energy <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-is-most-efficient-ductwork.htm">efficiency in your ductwork</a>.</p></div>

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Last update on January 06, 2026

Reviewed in February 2024
Recently had our backyard transformed with a new concrete patio. Cameron was professional, arriving on time and ready to work. They walked us through the whole process, making sure we were on the same page with the design and finish we wanted. They were respectful with our space, cleaning up at...
Cameron Pinkerton
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Reviewed in March 2021
Great! From the moment I met John til the end, everyone was professional and the job was fantastic. Always on time, cleaned up every night and kept me informed along the way. Would definitely use again.
TERCO CONSTRUCTION
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Reviewed in September 2017
We were so pleased to find a company with such a good work ethic. Brenda was very good at listening to the problem we were having with our AC and made an appointment for the very next morning. Jason called before he came and showed up exactly when he said he would. He was very professional and...
Robbins Heating And AC
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Reviewed in December 2016
I have used them for numerous projects. Always on time, on budget & they clean up after their work.
S&G Custom Painting, LLC
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Reviewed in October 2016
He did a good job. My only reservation was the he said he would call me back that day with a price to clean my shower surround and he didn't get back to me.
BRAVO CLEANING & RESTORATION
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Reviewed in April 2016
Bret did an excellent job in all respects. When he first came out to begin the project we discovered that one of the metal columns he was supposed to build around had shifted. He could have ignored the problem and built a stone column around the defective column. However, instead he...
RUNDQUIST MASONRY
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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

"excellent - Klean Force uses an outside lab to analyze the mold & determine type which I think is important. Gary was very responsive and when they started remediation, the black mold was worse than expected. They were helpful in determining the source of the leak, which confirmed the fix we had done. The remediation was a neat as possible. I would recommend them for any testing and remediation."

Jon S on December 2018

"excellent - Klean Force uses an outside lab to analyze the mold & determine type which I think is important. Gary was very responsive and when they started remediation, the black mold was worse than expected. They were helpful in determining the source of the leak, which confirmed the fix we had done. The remediation was a neat as possible. I would recommend them for any testing and remediation."

Jon S on December 2018

Comfort Solutions Mechanical

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Comfort Solutions Mechanical

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.

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.

Air Duct Cleaning questions, answered by experts

Yes. Return air vents are responsible for gathering and pulling in the warmer air. Once they draw it in, your system conditions the air by removing the warmer molecules from it, allowing your air conditioner to dispense the cooler air back into your home. Not only does this create a more comfortable environment for you, but it also keeps your air conditioner from overworking, resulting in lower energy bills.

The best time to schedule an air duct leakage test is during the mild spring or fall seasons. During these times, your HVAC system is not under extreme demand for heating or cooling, making it easier to identify and address any issues with the ductwork. Additionally, scheduling the test during these seasons allows you to optimize your HVAC system's efficiency before the more challenging summer or winter months, ensuring comfort and energy savings throughout the year.

Exhaust systems should be inspected annually to prevent efficiency loss and address any arising mechanical issues.

After you clean mildew or mold that appears in your home, you expect the nasty odor to disappear, too. Sometimes, though, the odor can linger after cleaning. To get rid of a mold smell, you may need to clean the area every few days for a few weeks. Use a dehumidifier or fans to try to remove moisture from the area. If the odor remains after a few weeks, you may still have mold or mildew in the area. Call a mold testing professional for another inspection.

No, a vent is where an HVAC duct enters into a room to deliver conditioned air, and a damper is a valve that can open and close to restrict airflow to the vents throughout your home. Some HVAC vents have manual dampers on them that let you control the airflow to specific areas of your HVAC system, but dampers can also appear on the hidden ductwork or near your air handler for more precise temperature control and energy efficiency in your ductwork.

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