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Q: How do I find the source of the moldy smell in my house?

• <div><p>You can find the smell of mold in your house in two ways: following your nose, and using common sense tactics like looking anywhere there&rsquo;s water first. Mold cannot form in a completely dry environment, which is why you see mold much more often under kitchen sinks than on garage floors. If you have looked everywhere and still can&rsquo;t find the source, <b>hire a pro</b>, because you may have mold in your walls.</p></div>

Q: Are air ducts and dryer vents the same?

• <div><p>No, air ducts and dryer vents are not the same. The dryer vent is connected to a specific appliance, the dryer, and is meant to direct the hot, moist air from the washed clothes to the outside of the home. Air ducts move air from the HVAC system around the home. It&rsquo;s essential to schedule cleanings for the dryer vent and the air ducts. </p></div>

Q: How can you tell if your ductwork is damaged?

• <div><p>One of the most common but overlooked symptoms of damaged ductwork is a spike in your utilities bill or an inability to heat or cool the house as you previously could. When ductwork is damaged, it tends to bleed air, and the result is you're paying to cool or heat your crawl space instead of your house. For handy DIYers, you might be able to find the damage by going into your crawl space, but for those unable to, you should pay a professional for an <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/hvac-inspection-cost.htm">air duct inspection</a>. </p></div>

Q: Is it OK to never clean air ducts?

• <div><p>Some experts say you should clean your air ducts every three to five years, but regular air duct cleaning is something you may never need to do. The EPA has shown no noticeable health benefits to cleaning your ducts regularly, so as long as you don&rsquo;t encounter any major problems and maintain your HVAC system, you won&rsquo;t need to clean your air ducts.</p></div>

Q: Is it worth it to clean your air ducts?

• <div><p>The <a href="https://www.epa.gov/indoor-air-quality-iaq/should-you-have-air-ducts-your-home-cleaned#:~:text=Duct%20cleaning%20has%20never%20been,necessarily%20enter%20the%20living%20space.">Environmental Protection Agency</a> (EPA) states that there's no conclusive evidence to show that dirty or dusty air ducts increase dust and airborne particles in your home or pose any risk to your health. On the other hand, your air ducts require cleaning if there's any mold or mildew, you have a rodent or insect infestation, or you have clogged ducts. Regular air duct cleaning will also extend the life of your HVAC system, leading to less frequent repairs and preventing premature replacement in the future.</p></div>

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Last update on December 07, 2025

Reviewed in August 2022
Marius and lillian did a great job hooking up my a/c
Andrathon Electrical, LLC
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Reviewed in June 2020
these guys did a very good job of cleaning and solid staining our pretty worn down deck. Its been 8 months and looks real good
JB Deck and Fence Renewal
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Reviewed in October 2019
I found them prompt, honest, and professional. They cleaned up a mess left by another electrician and made sure my project is up to code. I will recommend them to others.
KLOTZ ELECTRIC LLC
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Reviewed in October 2018
Darrick came out when no one else could and went through my Furnace and Air conditioner. The furnace was fine but found a potential problem with the air conditioner and went out of his way to get the part and fix it right away. I am now looking at having them install a new Thermostat for me. I...
Lifetime Heating and Air Conditioning
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Reviewed in August 2013
The work was excellent. the front porch and walkway are great. the only issue is that one area they didn't clean up after they were done. I contacted the project manager and he said they forgot to clean up that area and would get on it today or tomorrow. I would recommend System Pavers to anyone...
System Pavers
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Reviewed in May 2013
Needed the freon refilled in my home AC unit which I rent out. They were on time and also in informed that me that a slow leak was causing the freon to leak out needing a yearly recharge. They returned a again at a later date to diagnose the leak and 1.5 hrs later had it fixed. My tenants...
Dick's Heating and Air Conditioning of Wenatchee
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Reviewed in July 2012
Very prompt, great price, and good clean work. The fair pricing is what attracted me to their company.
Millenium Glass
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Plumbing, Heating & Cooling services. Drain cleaning, underground water and sewer lines. Financing on projects large and small with upfront pricing. Additional Email - [email protected].

"$1300 to unclog a sink and convince an elderly couple that their 4year old house needed a new garbage disposal and at that sold them the premium top of the line. Very disappointing that someone would take the opportunity to make money off elderly."

Alaina M on July 2020

Plumbing, Heating & Cooling services. Drain cleaning, underground water and sewer lines. Financing on projects large and small with upfront pricing. Additional Email - [email protected].

"$1300 to unclog a sink and convince an elderly couple that their 4year old house needed a new garbage disposal and at that sold them the premium top of the line. Very disappointing that someone would take the opportunity to make money off elderly."

Alaina M on July 2020

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

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Nancy C on July 2018

Air Duct Cleaning questions, answered by experts

You can find the smell of mold in your house in two ways: following your nose, and using common sense tactics like looking anywhere there’s water first. Mold cannot form in a completely dry environment, which is why you see mold much more often under kitchen sinks than on garage floors. If you have looked everywhere and still can’t find the source, hire a pro, because you may have mold in your walls.

No, air ducts and dryer vents are not the same. The dryer vent is connected to a specific appliance, the dryer, and is meant to direct the hot, moist air from the washed clothes to the outside of the home. Air ducts move air from the HVAC system around the home. It’s essential to schedule cleanings for the dryer vent and the air ducts.

One of the most common but overlooked symptoms of damaged ductwork is a spike in your utilities bill or an inability to heat or cool the house as you previously could. When ductwork is damaged, it tends to bleed air, and the result is you're paying to cool or heat your crawl space instead of your house. For handy DIYers, you might be able to find the damage by going into your crawl space, but for those unable to, you should pay a professional for an air duct inspection.

Some experts say you should clean your air ducts every three to five years, but regular air duct cleaning is something you may never need to do. The EPA has shown no noticeable health benefits to cleaning your ducts regularly, so as long as you don’t encounter any major problems and maintain your HVAC system, you won’t need to clean your air ducts.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) states that there's no conclusive evidence to show that dirty or dusty air ducts increase dust and airborne particles in your home or pose any risk to your health. On the other hand, your air ducts require cleaning if there's any mold or mildew, you have a rodent or insect infestation, or you have clogged ducts. Regular air duct cleaning will also extend the life of your HVAC system, leading to less frequent repairs and preventing premature replacement in the future.

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