Duct and dryer vent questions
Short, honest answers to what people ask about ducts, dryer vents and what a visit involves. If yours is missing, ask by phone or form.
Air ducts
When should I think about cleaning my ducts?
Dust at the registers, a stale smell when the system starts, or dust that returns soon after wiping are reasons to look. They are hints, not proof, so the sure way is to look inside.
Is duct cleaning always needed?
No. The EPA does not recommend routine duct cleaning. It says cleaning can make sense for visible mold, vermin or ducts clogged with heavy dust and debris. We look first and suggest cleaning only when the ducts give a reason.
What does an inspection look at?
A small camera on a flexible cable looks along the duct walls for dust and debris, moisture, signs of pests and loose or damaged sections. It shows only what it can reach, and we tell you what we could not see.
Can cleaning fix a system that cools badly?
Sometimes dust in the ducts is part of the cause. Weak airflow can also come from a dirty filter, a leaking duct or the equipment itself. We say so when cleaning would not be the answer.
Dryer vents
What tells me my dryer vent is clogged?
Clothes that stay damp after a normal cycle, a laundry room that heats up, a burning smell and lint around the outside hood. Any of them is a reason to look.
Is emptying the lint screen enough?
No. The screen catches only part of the lint. The rest goes into the pipe, where you cannot reach it, so the line needs its own cleaning.
Can lint in the vent cause a fire?
It can contribute to one. The U.S. Fire Administration reports that failure to clean is the leading factor in residential dryer fires.
Do you clean the hood outside as well?
Yes. A blockage can sit at either end of the line, so we clean the hood on the outside wall and check that its flap opens.
Visits and booking
What happens during a visit?
We look at the system, protect the floor and furniture around the work, clean, check the result and explain what we found. You decide about anything beyond that.
How do I request an estimate?
Call (844) 578-2879 or fill in the form on the contact page. The form is open at any hour, and we call you back to agree a time.
When is the office open?
The listing shows the office open 24 hours Monday to Friday and from 7 AM to 7 PM on Saturday and Sunday. Online requests are taken at any hour.
Which towns do you serve?
We serve Brentwood, Knightsen, Oakley, Antioch, Byron, Discovery Bay and Bethel Island. Visits are at your home.
Request an estimate
Tell us what needs cleaning and leave your number. We call you back to set a time.