Will Air Duct Cleaning Remove Mold? When You Need Air Duct Cleaning and Sanitizing

A homeowner in an older Yorkton basement calls in spring, describing a musty smell that shows up every year once the snow melts. The question is almost always the same: will duct cleaning make it go away for good? The honest answer is — sometimes, and sometimes not. It depends on what's actually happening inside the ductwork, and standard cleaning and air duct cleaning and sanitizing aren't the same service. This post walks through what each one actually does, how to tell which situation you're dealing with, and when the problem is bigger than either service can solve. Quick Answer: Standard duct cleaning removes dust and debris, but it doesn't treat mold. If you notice visible mold or a musty smell coming from your [...]