What questions should I ask prospective air duct cleaners?

• <div><p>If you just moved into a new house or found significant mold, dust, or pest remnants in your vents, or you see <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/stop-condensation-on-air-vents.htm">condensation on your air vents</a>, you can easily find a highly trained pro to do the job correctly by asking a few key questions:</p><ul><li><p>Do you have proof of liability insurance?</p></li><li><p>What about worker's compensation insurance?</p></li><li><p>Are you a member of the NADCA?</p></li><li><p>Have you worked on my model of HVAC system before?</p></li><li><p>What is included in your contracted amount?</p></li><li><p>Can you provide local references?</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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Q: Can I clean my dryer vent myself?

• <div><p>It&rsquo;s possible to clean your dryer vent yourself in most cases, but it&rsquo;s usually best to leave this important task to a professional. If you make a mistake when reinstalling the vent, you could kink it, which makes it easier for a blockage to form. Instead, call in a professional annually to do a thorough cleaning and an inspection. They will make sure there are no kinks in the vent that could promote blockages in addition to cleaning it. If your vent runs through a wall, you&rsquo;ll need help from a professional regardless.</p></div>

Q: How do I locate where the smell is coming from?

• <div><p>While a professional can always help, there are some common plumbing culprits you can check yourself to see if you can find the sewer gas smell. For example, you should check your water traps, sometimes called P-traps and S-traps, which are located under sink, shower, and laundry drains. The wax ring beneath the base of your toilet, which creates a watertight seal with the plumbing, could also have gone bad.</p></div>

Q: What do pros use to clean a dryer vent?

• <div><p>Professionals use specialized tools to clean dryer vents effectively. These tools typically include a combination of flexible rods and brushes designed to navigate the vent's twists and turns. The brushes dislodge and loosen lint and debris, while the rods help extend the reach through the vent. High-powered vacuums with HEPA filters are also used to capture and remove the dislodged lint and particles, ensuring a thorough cleaning. In some cases, professionals may employ video inspection cameras to assess the condition of the vent and confirm that it's entirely clean.</p></div>

Q: How do I ensure my ducts and vents are properly maintained?

• <div><p>To optimize airflow and energy efficiency, regularly clean vents and replace air filters, schedule periodic professional duct inspections, and seal any visible leaks. Proper maintenance prolongs ductwork longevity and performance.</p></div>

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Last update on November 23, 2025

Reviewed in December 2023
Dan was great. The work was more involved than expected. The vent goes up into the attic and there was lint all the way at the end of the vent. Dan had to go into the attic to completely clear the vent. They had to come out more than once to completely clean out the vent. He honored his original...
Carroll's Handy Services LLC
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Reviewed in April 2016
A great job was accomplished by the provider. Everything was done in a professional manner. MY sister and I were very comfortable and pleased by they way the contractor kept us informed of what he was accomplishing. A super experience.
Lowe’s Air Duct Cleaning
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Reviewed in February 2016
The tec's came in and started work right away. They were very professional and knew the what they were doing. They showed me photos of the inside of the vents before and after and they did a great job. I am very happy with the work they did and wouldn't call anybody else to do the job again....
Lowe’s Air Duct Cleaning
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Reviewed in June 2014
The serviceman was Eric. He arrived promptly and was well equipped to do the job. He measured the length of the tubing to be cleaned and established a price within the range provided on the telephone at the time of the initial contact with Ed Driscoll. The work was completed fairly quickly,...
The Red Carpet Company Inc
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Reviewed in February 2012
They were excellent. They tried very hard to remove coffee stains from a light colored and were not completely successful at that, but everything else was all right. I do not fault them for not being able to remove the coffee stains.
The Red Carpet Company Inc
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Reviewed in April 2014
They were very professional. The employee went out of his way to find the outdoor vent and move some furniture to have access to it from the basement.
The Red Carpet Company Inc
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Reviewed in September 2015
They were very responsive; called me back within 24 hours and came out the following day. The dryer duct is very long and was extremely full. The gentlemen did a thorough job, was punctual, polite and professional. I will use them again next year.
The Red Carpet Company Inc
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Reviewed in August 2017
Initially the company was scheduled to arrive at the property on a Thursday between 12 and 2. I arrived at the property at 11:45 and immediately discovered that my key would not open the door. I called to cancel the visit and, even though they were already on a job in a nearby neighborhood, they...
The Red Carpet Company Inc
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Reviewed in July 2013
From the time they returned our call to the time the gentleman was finished it was a wonderful experience. This is a "class A" company with excellent service and I would recommend them to everyone. The gentleman who came went right to work, we had never had the ducts done in our home but after...
The Red Carpet Company Inc
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Reviewed in October 2014
I was impressed from the beginning with Red Carpet Company. After putting in a request through Angie's List, they contacted me the next morning. I had already been turned down by multiple companies because our dryer was on the second floor. I was assured by Red Carpet Company that having a...
The Red Carpet Company Inc
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Dryer Vent Cleaning questions, answered by experts

It’s possible to clean your dryer vent yourself in most cases, but it’s usually best to leave this important task to a professional. If you make a mistake when reinstalling the vent, you could kink it, which makes it easier for a blockage to form. Instead, call in a professional annually to do a thorough cleaning and an inspection. They will make sure there are no kinks in the vent that could promote blockages in addition to cleaning it. If your vent runs through a wall, you’ll need help from a professional regardless.

While a professional can always help, there are some common plumbing culprits you can check yourself to see if you can find the sewer gas smell. For example, you should check your water traps, sometimes called P-traps and S-traps, which are located under sink, shower, and laundry drains. The wax ring beneath the base of your toilet, which creates a watertight seal with the plumbing, could also have gone bad.

Professionals use specialized tools to clean dryer vents effectively. These tools typically include a combination of flexible rods and brushes designed to navigate the vent's twists and turns. The brushes dislodge and loosen lint and debris, while the rods help extend the reach through the vent. High-powered vacuums with HEPA filters are also used to capture and remove the dislodged lint and particles, ensuring a thorough cleaning. In some cases, professionals may employ video inspection cameras to assess the condition of the vent and confirm that it's entirely clean.

To optimize airflow and energy efficiency, regularly clean vents and replace air filters, schedule periodic professional duct inspections, and seal any visible leaks. Proper maintenance prolongs ductwork longevity and performance.

If you just moved into a new house or found significant mold, dust, or pest remnants in your vents, or you see condensation on your air vents, you can easily find a highly trained pro to do the job correctly by asking a few key questions:

Do you have proof of liability insurance?
What about worker's compensation insurance?
Are you a member of the NADCA?
Have you worked on my model of HVAC system before?
What is included in your contracted amount?
Can you provide local references?

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