What Happens During an Air Duct Inspection? A Dallas Homeowner’s Step-by-Step Tour

If you’ve never had an air duct inspection before, you may be asking yourself, “What happens during an air duct inspection?”

It’s easy, and it won’t take very long.

In this article, we’ll walk you through an air duct inspection in Dallas so you know exactly what to expect.

The technician will show up with his truck and shoes to walk on your carpet without marking it. He’ll put drop cloths where he’s working and do a walk-through with you to find all your registers and check how accessible your HVAC system is. Ask him about your symptoms like a room that’s dusty, a room that doesn’t have enough airflow, or a musty odor. Tell him if you’re having allergy issues.

He’ll then insert a borescope camera into your register so he can see what’s inside the supply and return ducts.

He’ll take a look inside the supply ducts (which carry the conditioned air to your rooms) and the return ducts (which carry the used air back to your system).

The camera will reveal:

• Dust and debris that has built up on the interior of your ducts

• Disconnected or crushed ducts

• Moisture and potential mold growth

• Evidence of pests, pet hair, or construction debris

Feel free to watch the inspection happen yourself!

Once the inspection is complete, he’ll give you photos of what the camera found. No more guessing based on what a salesperson says. Then, he’ll tell you what your results mean. There are three possible outcomes:

• Your ducts are clean and don’t need cleaning right now

• Your ducts aren’t particularly dirty, but cleaning wouldn’t hurt

• Your ducts could use cleaning at this time

If he recommends cleaning, he’ll give you a flat, written price on the spot. No pressure, and no surprise costs later. Read more about our air duct inspection service, or just ask the technician your questions.

Tips to Prepare for an Air Duct Inspection

To prepare for your air duct inspection:

• Clear the area around your registers by moving rugs, furniture, or boxes that are blocking your floor and wall vents.

• Make note of which rooms feel dusty or stifling.

• Think of any questions you want to ask. A good air duct inspection technician will answer them.

FAQs

How long does an air duct inspection take?

Most inspections will take between 45 minutes and 90 minutes, depending on your home and duct configuration.

Do I have to leave my house?

No. All the work takes place at your registers and HVAC system, so you can stay in your house.

Is the inspection really free with cleaning?

Yes, if you go ahead with the cleaning, the inspection is free.

Want to know what’s inside your ducts? Contact Clean Air Dallas Pro at (214) 935-5058.