Do all houses have ducts?

• <div><p>No, not all houses have ducts. It would be safe to say, however, that most modern houses do. The reason is that older houses had boilers in the basement that heated from the bottom up and often vents weren’t built into the house. Another reason is that older homes don’t have air conditioning (because it didn’t exist) and use radiators for heating. Since radiators don’t require ductwork, it wasn’t built.</p></div>

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Q: What is the best basement ventilation system?

• <div><p>The best type of basement ventilation system depends on your budget, the moisture in your basement&rsquo;s air, and the types of windows you have down there. You should consider all of these factors when choosing a ventilation system. However, the most effective method for basement ventilation is an energy recovery ventilator (ERV) or a whole-house ventilation system, which preheats or precools incoming air from the outside while also managing water vapor.</p></div>

Q: Can dirty return air vents make you sick?

• <div><p>You can experience respiratory problems if your return air vents are dirty. While this doesn&rsquo;t necessarily mean dirty return air vents will make you sick, they can exacerbate symptoms of respiratory illness, such as sneezing, wheezing, and coughing. This is due to the extra contaminants in the air, which may include allergens and dander that can affect people with allergy sensitivities.</p></div>

Q: How do you get a smoke smell out of your house?

• <div><p>Smoke can be tricky to remove from your home, especially after a fire. The best way to eliminate the smell is to open the windows to increase ventilation and air circulation in your house. Then, use white vinegar to wipe down walls, furniture, and floors. Try steam-cleaning carpet and other upholstered items to remove the smell of smoke.</p></div>

Q: How many return air vents should a house have?

• <div><p>The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-many-return-vents-do-i-need.htm">number of return air vents</a> a house should have depends on its overall square footage. You'll need one supply vent and one return vent for every 100 to 150 square feet of living space. This means that, ideally, there should be at least one return air vent in every room. However, if the room is 100 square feet or larger, it's better to have two or three. A 2,000-square-foot home should have between 13 and 20 return air vents, in total.</p></div>

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Last update on November 14, 2025

Reviewed in June 2025
Our neighbor is using them to make a patio, soon our home filled with white dust and it coveted our lawn. The workers informed us they were not using any water or dust suppression methods as required by OSHA. We told them we were concerned about our exposure to silica, a cause of potentially...
ATD Landscaping LLC
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Reviewed in October 2024
Do not work with LESA. I am the first to write a positive review and try my best to avoid negative, but LESA's negligence has cost my family $26,000 in unexpected repairs after our home purchase. Choose a different inspector. First, our entire basement ceiling/floor system was contaminated...
LESA Inspections
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Reviewed in March 2024
Great group of professionals, I would highly recommend them to anyone in need of tree work and clean up.
Sky High Tree Service
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Reviewed in December 2022
Quality couple. Responsible. Reliable. Pleasant. And outstanding professional cleaning. Highly recommend Annas Cleaning!
Northshire Cleaning
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Reviewed in July 2013
Carmine's just finished a job at our home replacing two air conditioning systems (outside compressors as well as air handlers). Here were the pros and cons: PROs --Best price of the 3 quotes I obtained --Salesman (Pete) was terrific. Knowledgeable, professional, friendly, no-pressure,...
Carmine's Plumbing, Heating & AIr Conditioning
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Reviewed in November 2012
John was very punctual, efficient, and very easy to work with. He cleaned up after himself, and left the job site in good condition.
John Clark Electric
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Reviewed in December 2008
Terrific experience. Yuri and his colleague are highly professional. They called to let us know they were running slightly late, did a walk-through of the house, inserted a camera to show us the amount of muck in the ducts, and got to work. Yuri's colleague removed the registers and washed them...
PYM Llc
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Reviewed in June 2008
Joel came on time and was well versed in radon mitigation. He was quick, efficient and clean. The system was installed correctly and functions well.
MOUNTAINVALLEY BUILDING INSPECTIONS INC
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B-Cool HVAC LLC

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B-Cool HVAC LLC

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3 years of experience

- B-Cool HVAC specializes in Heat Pump, Central Air, Mini-Split Sales, Installations, Servicing. - We are a Veteran Owned Business with a strong focus on Integrity, Attention to Detail and Cost Effectivity. Providing outstanding Customer Service and addressing the needs of our Customer Base. - Our friendly staff have over 30 years experience in the fields of Heating, Cooling, and Customer Service. B-Cool HVAC is a Owner-Operated business that is focused on meeting the Customer's Needs. -Charge an hourly rate for work done.

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.

Aspin Painting & Remodeling LLC

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Aspin Painting & Remodeling LLC

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13 years of experience

We have someone to do everything you need done! Free estimates! Lowest price around with the best service! Always done right the first time! Fully insured!

CLEANWAY SERVICES

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CLEANWAY SERVICES

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Customers say: Quick response

41 years of experience

Cleanway Services provides comprehensive restoration services for residential and commercial structures damaged as a result of fire, smoke, and/or water. Our highly skilled and IICRC certified technicians are able to respond to your damage needs in Vermont and New Hampshire within hours. No matter how big or small the damage is, we are committed to restoring your home or business. In addition we offer green carpet cleaning and janitorial services to keep your home clean and free of allergens and odors. If you drop off your rug at our St Johnsbury location we can clean that too!

"BEN &his STAFF BEST CLEANING SERVICES, CLEANWAY SERVICES, PROFESSIONAL, EXCELLENT CUSTOMER SERVICE &PERFORMANCE SERVICES.HIGHLY RECOMMENDED A++++I ONLY RECOMMEND CLEANWAY SERVICES. We moved to this 4yr old home NH 2015 and all been sick even RESCUE ANIMALS. Jan2018, I was incapacitated, dizzy, in&out çonsciousness thinking flu???my rescue CATS howling PAWING acting like never b4.I already am disabled hospital bedridden and my bedroom above oil FURNACE room.We didn't know but FURNACE FIRE oil soot CARBON MONOXIDE (none of detectors went off BC dummies,electric not REAL wires).CLEANWAY SERVICES,ABSOLUTE RESOURCES (MOLD),yes mold SEVERAL all over&affected our health detrimental 2us&animals, LIBERTY MUTUAL EXCELLENT. I KNOW MOLD NOT COVERED BY INSURANCE yet everything with OIL SOOT had MOLD. Despite central exchanger, central ionizer,12 HEPA Uv air filtration units for home 2000sqft, several MOLDS DESTROYING 38yrs of memories and collectibles can't replace.BEN&STAFF AT CLEANWAY SERVICES ALWAYS ACCOMODATING PROFESSIONAL SUPERB SERVICES.DONT HIRE ANYONE BUT CLEANWAY SERVICES esp.Ben &staff VT"

Toula G on April 2018

"BEN &his STAFF BEST CLEANING SERVICES, CLEANWAY SERVICES, PROFESSIONAL, EXCELLENT CUSTOMER SERVICE &PERFORMANCE SERVICES.HIGHLY RECOMMENDED A++++I ONLY RECOMMEND CLEANWAY SERVICES. We moved to this 4yr old home NH 2015 and all been sick even RESCUE ANIMALS. Jan2018, I was incapacitated, dizzy, in&out çonsciousness thinking flu???my rescue CATS howling PAWING acting like never b4.I already am disabled hospital bedridden and my bedroom above oil FURNACE room.We didn't know but FURNACE FIRE oil soot CARBON MONOXIDE (none of detectors went off BC dummies,electric not REAL wires).CLEANWAY SERVICES,ABSOLUTE RESOURCES (MOLD),yes mold SEVERAL all over&affected our health detrimental 2us&animals, LIBERTY MUTUAL EXCELLENT. I KNOW MOLD NOT COVERED BY INSURANCE yet everything with OIL SOOT had MOLD. Despite central exchanger, central ionizer,12 HEPA Uv air filtration units for home 2000sqft, several MOLDS DESTROYING 38yrs of memories and collectibles can't replace.BEN&STAFF AT CLEANWAY SERVICES ALWAYS ACCOMODATING PROFESSIONAL SUPERB SERVICES.DONT HIRE ANYONE BUT CLEANWAY SERVICES esp.Ben &staff VT"

Toula G on April 2018

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

"as advertised"

Nancy C on July 2018

Air Duct Cleaning questions, answered by experts

No, not all houses have ducts. It would be safe to say, however, that most modern houses do. The reason is that older houses had boilers in the basement that heated from the bottom up and often vents weren’t built into the house. Another reason is that older homes don’t have air conditioning (because it didn’t exist) and use radiators for heating. Since radiators don’t require ductwork, it wasn’t built.

The best type of basement ventilation system depends on your budget, the moisture in your basement’s air, and the types of windows you have down there. You should consider all of these factors when choosing a ventilation system. However, the most effective method for basement ventilation is an energy recovery ventilator (ERV) or a whole-house ventilation system, which preheats or precools incoming air from the outside while also managing water vapor.

You can experience respiratory problems if your return air vents are dirty. While this doesn’t necessarily mean dirty return air vents will make you sick, they can exacerbate symptoms of respiratory illness, such as sneezing, wheezing, and coughing. This is due to the extra contaminants in the air, which may include allergens and dander that can affect people with allergy sensitivities.

Smoke can be tricky to remove from your home, especially after a fire. The best way to eliminate the smell is to open the windows to increase ventilation and air circulation in your house. Then, use white vinegar to wipe down walls, furniture, and floors. Try steam-cleaning carpet and other upholstered items to remove the smell of smoke.

The number of return air vents a house should have depends on its overall square footage. You'll need one supply vent and one return vent for every 100 to 150 square feet of living space. This means that, ideally, there should be at least one return air vent in every room. However, if the room is 100 square feet or larger, it's better to have two or three. A 2,000-square-foot home should have between 13 and 20 return air vents, in total.

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