Can I put furniture in front of a return air vent?

• <div><p>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. </p><p><a href="https://www.angi.com/nearme/duct-installers/">Professional duct installers </a>suggest leaving between <b>six and 12 inches</b> 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. </p></div>

Why insulate ductwork?

• <div><p>When you insulate ductwork, you help protect the air moving through the system from external conditions and keep it sealed within the ducts. This makes your HVAC system more efficient since it doesn’t have to work as hard to heat or cool your home. Insulation can help lower your energy bills and prevent problems like condensation and mold formation inside your ducts. </p></div>

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Reviewed in May 2025
Bless her heart. She was not a house cleaner. I was charged $200 for two hours of sloppy cleaning. Kat knew absolutely nothing about cleaning. My floors and furniture was soaking wet. Would not recommend her. I thought she would at least stay 4 hours. I told her I couldn?t pay $100 an hour and...
Sustainable Cleaning
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Reviewed in April 2023
Cleaned gutters. Great value
H&T Ultimate Softwash
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Reviewed in July 2022
When he came out the first time, he said the duct work needed fixed. When we hired him to replace unit, my husband stated he wanted new duct work. This was not done. When I reminded him that he said it needed replaced, he said it was the system causing air not to come through and the duct work...
HVAC Jack
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Reviewed in May 2019
Several years ago, Greer's came out to perform maintenance on my HVAC system and I was highly impressed with the honesty and candor of the gentleman (Mike) who performed the work. This Winter I had an issue with my furnace and could not remember the name of the company that had previously...
Greer's Service Co Inc
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Reviewed in April 2017
The staff at Perfect Air demonstrated a high degree of care, professionalism and competence throughout the entire process. The owner, Mr. Boone, communicated and set clear expectations about arrival times and the expected duration of the install. The team worked well together and they took the...
PERFECT AIR, INC
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Reviewed in May 2016
The install went very well. Franklin Lane provided a team that did a great job completing the service exactly as promised. The team arrived on Monday and completed the install in two days, as well as some repair of duct work and a new vent for the gas furnace. We found the team to be very...
Lane Thompson Heating & Cooling
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Reviewed in February 2016
Ian was a pleasure to work with. He was always very professional, very prompt, and very efficient. My wife and I only have good things to say about his work and would highly recommend Ian / General Home Repair to anyone. As a matter of fact, we plan to use him for several projects in the coming...
General Home Repair & Remodeling
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Reviewed in August 2014
This company did an excellent job. The old air handler unit inside was a dinosaur and must have weighed a ton. The guys took it out without any problems. The company installed the new air handler units in the attic. A very dark and hot (August in Florida) place with no plywood on the...
Jerry Brittingham AC & Heat Inc
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Reviewed in June 2014
Mike and Jesse were very professional working under difficult conditions. They were very conscientious and thorough. This company strongly believes in the importance of air duct cleaning and the healthful benefits it provides. If you are considering having your air ducts cleaned, they are the...
DUCT DOCTOR OF TRI-CITIES, INC
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Reviewed in October 2012
He did good work, was prompt, and neat and clean.
Handyman Connection of Chesterfield
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We are a owner operated business based out of Kingsport, TN. We service the tri cities area and beyond. We provide free scopes and estimates within a specific range. We specialize in water and fire damage restoration along with air duct and dryer vent cleaning, crawlspace encapsulation/vapor barriers, crawlspace and outdoor drainage and pressure washing. We pride ourselves on our customer service whether that be with the client directly or working with an insurance adjuster. We are the top option for water and fire damage restoration, along with our other services, in the area!

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Fresh Start Tri Cities is a new air duct and dryer vent cleaning company that goes far beyond just a service. As a family owned and operated business we look forward to serving you and your home and treating all our customers as if you are family! We specialize not only in this work field, but mostly quality work. Call us today for a over the phone quote! We genuinely look forward to meeting you and serving you and your home!

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I have a Roto beast vacuum. My vacuums have a rotating head with a vacuum hose attached to it. The Machine disturbs the dust, then pulls dust and mold into a HEPA vacuum for a clean and dust free home or business. I have been in business for about a year And love what I do. Some things I offer is * dryer vent cleaning *fog and Sanitize * paint vents if needed * clean air handler

Tri State Flood Inc

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Tri State Flood Inc

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At Tri State Flood Inc, we specialize in comprehensive disaster restoration services. Our team is dedicated to safeguarding homes and businesses from the damaging effects of water, fires, mold and storms. Here’s what sets us apart: Water Removal and Storm Damage Restoration: When water wreaks havoc due to storms or other incidents, we’re here to help. Our 24/7 emergency response team swiftly tackles water extraction, drying, and structural repairs. Comprehensive Services: Beyond mold and water remediation, we handle storm damage repairs, basement flood cleanup and fire restoration. Choose Tri State Flood Inc for reliable, efficient, and compassionate restoration services. We’re committed to restoring peace of mind and protecting your property.

"Lesson learned. Always get an estimate. BEFORE the work is done. At least a digital copy. Arrangements for the project were made, with some one named Lynn, for the company to send someone to complete the work. We were quoted over the phone 4500-5000 which included a mold test. A sub contractor with an entirely different company (National Mold Company) was sent. When the contractor arrived, he stated that the job would be much more simpler than first thought. This led us to believe that the job would cost less, no. All said and done, they charged $5500. All said and done, it's almost like no work was done. The stains and the smell are still there. Only one actual board was taken upon the attic room. The ceiling in the bedroom was primed and painted but are still visible and have a funky smell. At this point I'm going to. Do what we should have done; Do the job ourselves. Just now with $5500 less dollars in our pockets. A detailed receipt was not given even though it was requested."

David B on August 2025

"Lesson learned. Always get an estimate. BEFORE the work is done. At least a digital copy. Arrangements for the project were made, with some one named Lynn, for the company to send someone to complete the work. We were quoted over the phone 4500-5000 which included a mold test. A sub contractor with an entirely different company (National Mold Company) was sent. When the contractor arrived, he stated that the job would be much more simpler than first thought. This led us to believe that the job would cost less, no. All said and done, they charged $5500. All said and done, it's almost like no work was done. The stains and the smell are still there. Only one actual board was taken upon the attic room. The ceiling in the bedroom was primed and painted but are still visible and have a funky smell. At this point I'm going to. Do what we should have done; Do the job ourselves. Just now with $5500 less dollars in our pockets. A detailed receipt was not given even though it was requested."

David B on August 2025

Advanced Cleaning & Restoration LLC

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Advanced Cleaning & Restoration LLC

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we offer free estimates everytime! All work preformed will be done in a timely and professional manner!

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ServiceMaster Restoration by Care Free

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11 years of experience

We are here to do exceptional things for other people. We are here 24/7 and respond to emergencies within the first 4 hours. We also provide free quotes so call us out to take a look before you make a claim!

Ward's Heat & Air

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Ward's Heat & Air

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Locally owned HVAC Business Licensed and Bonded providing honest service on all Brands and makes; Dealer for Comfortmaker, we also can provide Custom Duct Work. We make sure your family is comfortable Summer & Winter.

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Air Duct Cleaning questions, answered by experts

Professional air duct cleaning takes two to five hours, depending on the size of your home and the extent of the cleaning. The ductwork in standard homes with total square footage of 1,500 to 2,000 will take closer to two hours. Larger homes with extensive return and supply ductwork—often over 3,000 square feet—can push up to five hours. Keep in mind that related cleanings and repairs in your HVAC system will add to this total and may require two visits.

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.

When you insulate ductwork, you help protect the air moving through the system from external conditions and keep it sealed within the ducts. This makes your HVAC system more efficient since it doesn’t have to work as hard to heat or cool your home. Insulation can help lower your energy bills and prevent problems like condensation and mold formation inside your ducts.

If you don’t regularly change your HVAC filter, your system will get clogged up with contaminants, and as a result have to work harder to function properly. Eventually, this can cause a multitude of problems for your HVAC system and shorten its lifespan. Additionally, failure to replace your filter can lead to higher energy bills, poor temperature regulation, and even health problems.

You can do some cleaning yourself by removing vents covers and grabbing your vacuum to suck up visible dust. However, professional duct cleaning companies have the tools for more thorough cleaning deeper inside the system. It is worth bringing in the experts for a healthier home.

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