Ducts & Indoor Air Quality
Duct Cleaning, Duct Sealing & Indoor Air Quality in New Orleans
In New Orleans, ductwork usually lives in an attic that hits 130°F or more in summer. Leaky or dirty ducts pull in that hot, dusty, humid attic air and spread it through your home. We clean, seal and repair ducts and add the right air quality upgrades so your home feels cleaner and more comfortable.
- Duct sealing and repair
- Filtration and UV lights
- Whole-home dehumidification
- Honest inspections first
Warning signs
Duct Cleaning & Indoor Air Quality: the warning signs
01
Dust comes back right after cleaning
If surfaces get dusty again within a day or two, leaky return ducts may be pulling dust and insulation from the attic.
02
Allergies are worse indoors
Pollen, pet dander and dust can build up in ducts and recirculate every time the system runs.
03
Musty smell from the vents
A musty odor can mean moisture on the coil, in the drain pan or in the ducts. In our humidity, it's worth checking for microbial growth.
04
Some rooms are always hot
Disconnected, crushed or leaking ducts in the attic can starve rooms of cool air. Leaks waste energy you're paying Entergy for.
05
Sweating vents or ducts
Condensation on supply registers or ducts usually means poor insulation, air leaks or high indoor humidity.
06
Indoor humidity stays above 60%
Sticky floors, foggy windows and clammy air mean the system isn't keeping up with moisture. Ideally indoor humidity stays around 40–50%.
What to do next
Better air starts with these steps
- 1
Replace your filter with a quality pleated filter that fits snugly, and check it monthly in summer.
- 2
Pick up an inexpensive hygrometer to see your actual indoor humidity. Aim for 40–50%.
- 3
Set the thermostat fan to AUTO, not ON. Running the fan constantly re-evaporates moisture from the wet coil back into your home.
- 4
Vacuum supply vents and return grilles, and wipe them with a damp cloth.
- 5
Make sure nothing blocks the return air grille so the system can breathe.
- 6
Run bathroom and kitchen exhaust fans during and after showers and cooking.
Safety first: Don't spray bleach, disinfectants or fogger products into your ductwork or onto the coil. They can damage components and leave fumes. Don't crawl through a summer attic to inspect ducts. Attic heat in New Orleans is dangerous, and it's easy to step through a ceiling. If you suspect mold, let a pro assess it.
Call a pro right away if…
- You see visible mold or growth on vents, the air handler or ductwork.
- Someone in your home has asthma or allergies that worsen indoors.
- You've had renovation, water damage or pests in the attic.
- Indoor humidity stays above 60% even with the AC running.
When we arrive
What to expect from our visit
- 1
Inspect before we sell anything
We check the ductwork, air handler, coil, drain pan and filtration, and measure humidity. If your ducts don't need cleaning, we'll tell you.
- 2
Find the leaks
Using visual inspection and thermal imaging, we look for disconnected runs, crushed ducts and leaks that pull in attic air.
- 3
Clean, seal and repair
Depending on what we find, we clean ducts, seal joints with mastic, reconnect or replace damaged runs and improve insulation on exposed ducts.
- 4
Upgrade the air
Where it makes sense, we add better filtration, UV lights to keep the coil clean, or a whole-home dehumidifier for persistent moisture.
- 5
Verify the results
We check airflow and humidity after the work and explain what we did, with a flat-rate price you approved upfront.
Preventative care
How to keep it from happening again
Seal ducts, don't just clean them
Cleaning removes buildup, but sealing stops dusty, humid attic air from getting pulled in to begin with.
Keep humidity in check
Staying around 40–50% indoor humidity helps keep mold and dust mites down. Read our Louisiana humidity guide.
Keep the drain pan clean
Standing water in the pan grows slime and odors. Treat the line and get the pan checked during maintenance.
Don't oversize
An oversized system short-cycles and never pulls out enough moisture. If you're replacing, ask about a properly sized system.
Use a humidity-sensing thermostat
A smart thermostat with humidity control can run the system longer to dry the air when needed.
Honest pricing
What it costs
Cost depends on the size of your duct system, how accessible it is, whether we're cleaning, sealing, repairing or replacing runs, and which air quality upgrades, if any, make sense for your home. A one-story Metairie ranch with an easy attic is a different job from a two-story Uptown home with tight crawl spaces. We inspect first and give you a flat-rate price upfront, and we won't sell you duct cleaning you don't need.
- $99 diagnostic, waived with repair
- Flat-rate price approved before work
- No overtime fees — ever
- Military discount available
- Comfort Club members save 15% on parts
From neighbors we've helped
“Had duct cleaning done — the tech wore booties, laid drop cloths, and vacuumed everything. Air smells fresher, allergies are better, and my white sofa stayed white!”
“Our AC went out at 11 AM on the first day of Jazz Fest — kitchen was 95°. Bradley Air had a tech here in 25 minutes, fixed the compressor, and we were back serving po'boys by lunch. Lifesavers!”
FAQ
Duct Cleaning & Indoor Air Quality questions, answered
How often should ducts be cleaned in New Orleans?
Will duct cleaning fix my humidity problem?
Do UV lights really help?
Can you remove mold from my ducts?
Related services
AC Maintenance & Tune-Ups
Spring and fall tune-ups that catch problems early. Comfort Club members get two visits a year, priority scheduling and 15% off parts for $149/year.
- Comfort Club: $149/year
- Two tune-ups per year
- Priority scheduling
Thermostat Installation
Smart, programmable and humidity-sensing thermostats, wired correctly and set up for your system and your schedule.
- Smart and Wi-Fi thermostats
- Humidity-sensing controls
- Matched to your system
AC Drain Line & Water Leak Repair
Clear clogged condensate lines, fix overflowing pans and leaks, and get a system shut down by a float switch back up and running.
- Clogged drain lines cleared
- Float switch troubleshooting
- Drain pan repair
Read before you call
Humidity8 min read
Humidity Is the Real Enemy: How to Get Your Louisiana Home Comfortable (Not Just Cold)
If your house feels cool but sticky, the problem isn't temperature — it's moisture. Here's what indoor humidity to aim for in Louisiana and how to get there.
Read the guide
Maintenance8 min read
Clogged AC Drain Line? Why It's South Louisiana's #1 Summer AC Call — and How to Prevent It
Your AC pulls gallons of water out of the air every muggy day. When the drain line clogs, it can shut the system off or stain your ceiling. Here's how to keep it flowing.
Read the guideReady when you are — day or night.
Call or text a real person 24/7. $99 diagnostic waived with repair, flat-rate pricing, and no overtime fees — ever.