Duct Leakage Testing Fredericksburg
Duct Leakage Testing
Duct leakage testing measures how much conditioned air escapes from a home’s duct system before it reaches the living space. This diagnostic test is essential for verifying that ducts are sealed properly, especially in new construction where energy code compliance is required.
The test involves pressurizing the duct system using a calibrated fan to measure the rate of air leakage. This allows us to determine whether the ductwork meets the maximum allowable leakage rates set by energy codes or performance programs.
Beyond code compliance, duct leakage testing plays a vital role in achieving high-performance building certifications such as ENERGY STAR for Buildings, LEED, Zero Energy Ready Home, NGBS, and others. It’s also a valuable tool for homeowners and HVAC professionals looking to diagnose airflow problems, comfort issues, and wasted energy.
We are certified by the Building Performance Institute (IDL, BA-T, BA-P) and are a Virginia-licensed Residential Building Energy Auditing Firm. Whether you’re a builder needing testing for an entire subdivision, a contractor closing out a permit, or a homeowner trying to improve comfort and efficiency–we provide professional-grade duct leakage testing to meet your goals and ensure your system performs as designed. Certified testing in the the Fredericksburg area communities of Stafford, Colonial Beach, King George, Locust Grove, Spotsylvania, Culpeper, Bowling Green, Ruther Glen and more.
REVIEWS FROM OUR CLIENTS
Rosemary Joss
21:32 22 Jul 26
The Vent Guys were absolutely wonderful! They were honest when it came to our “not up to code” dryer vent and helped us get it all up to code for a fair and decent price, especially in this economy. Michael Q gets an A+ in our notebook!
Trevor Frazier
21:08 22 Jul 26
Extremely thorough, great staff
Angela Marie
17:38 10 Jul 26
Jim and Jason were great! Very knowledgeable, friendly, thorough, and great customer service. Will definitely have them come back again next year to clean our dryer vents.
Lisa McConnell
21:56 08 Jul 26
Jim & Jason were out today to clean my dryer vent and the one at my parents' home. I couldn't have asked for a better experience. They were on time (called prior to arriving to let me know they were on the way), professional and courteous. After the initial inspection, they shared in detail the good and the bad. (The bad wasn't too bad and I already suspected it was an issue and was grateful they could complete that at the same time as the cleaning.) Most importantly, they didn't cut corners when he ran into a problem which was especially important given that my vent goes from the front of the house all the way to the backside. He could have said the job was done and I likely never would have known. But he asked to further inspect in the utility closet, where he found a 90 degree turn in the vent. He went the extra mile to prevent any damage to that problematic area and continued cleaning until everything was good. I will definitely refer my friends and real estate clients to The Vent Guys and recommend they request Jim & Jason!
Jack Nicewarner
20:46 12 Jun 26
Very polite informative was very satisfied with the job done.
Travis Ott
19:03 12 Jun 26
Justin did a great, professional job. Very happy with the service!
Ashley Hall
17:18 12 Jun 26
Justin came to my house today and did a safety check and cleaning of my dryer vent. He recommended to replace the hosing behind the dryer due to it being a cheap one, which makes it a fire hazard! I appreciate the recommendation and went ahead and did the replacement. I feel safer now knowing I have a higher quality hose now! Justin was kind, efficient and knowledgeable. Would definitely recommend this company and Justin! Thank you!
Dru Reid
10:33 12 Jun 26
Our tech was friendly, courtesy and efficient. Also helped out on an issue we were having with dripping in our attic. Will definitely use this company again!
Chris R
21:40 11 Jun 26
mark Dunn
19:11 11 Jun 26
Lynda Bennett
15:53 11 Jun 26
John Warren
21:07 10 Jun 26
Justin did a very good job.
Chris Pavek
20:39 10 Jun 26
I have had this company perform both dryer vent cleaning as well as full house ventilation cleaning. Both services were very thorough. The technicians were knowledgeable and explained everything as they went along, and also cleaned up after the process. I could do with a little less "ad on" selling from hem, however.
Marcus Pope
18:30 10 Jun 26
Excellent job as usual dryer vent guys are number one
Abby Wills
01:22 10 Jun 26
Jim did a great job with my dryer cleaning and kept me informed of services that can be done.
Kathy Davenport
17:57 09 Jun 26
Jim was very courteous and professional. I am thoroughly pleased with his work.
Jim Burleson
19:30 08 Jun 26
Jim was great very thorough. Great company.
Minja Gaines
11:21 05 Jun 26
Tyler from The Vent Guys came out to my home and did excellent work. He was informative, thorough and friendly. My questions were answered with genuine honesty. The cost felt expensive for what I paid for past cleaning, thus the four out of five stars. Overall I’m satisfied with the work and would recommend them to others. Thank you.
debra hicks
23:39 04 Jun 26
Tyler is very knowledgeable and professional. Highly recommend The Vent Guys.
Leona Sachrison
20:32 04 Jun 26
Excellent service and attention to detail. Highly recommend!
Jane Ohlsson
19:38 04 Jun 26
The representative arrived right when he said he would and got to work right away. VERY professional. Explained what he was doing and asked really good questions about the job. I would HIGHLY recommend this company. Couldn't be happier with the service given so far.
James Ernst
13:06 04 Jun 26
Quick, complete, personable, and safe.
Sally Crabtree
21:14 03 Jun 26
Jim from The Vent Guys did a great job on my dryer vent repairs. He explained everything he was going to do, along with providing me with additional helpful information. Jim was very courteous, friendly. I would gladly recommend him to anyone that has any dryer vent issues! OC
Erin Casey
15:28 03 Jun 26
Excellent work!
Todd Reigel
10:00 03 Jun 26
Tyler was friendly and provided fair, honest options for some of our concerns. I would recommend his service to others without hesitation.
Ken Klimpl
19:03 01 Jun 26
Great and friendly service
Ann
12:17 30 May 26
The experience was great again. Jordan was very knowledgeable, helpful, and polite. He didn’t try to upsell, just pointed out a couple of small things to consider. We went ahead with his suggestions. As I stated in my exhaust vent review … This is why we use this company. They are VERY honest and reliable. I continue to recommend them highly.
Dr. Janet Kelly
21:55 28 May 26
The Vent Guys did an outstanding job cleaning and servicing my HVAC system. They thoroughly cleaned both the indoor and outdoor HVAC equipment, completed necessary duct repairs, and fogged the entire system with a disinfectant treatment.Jordan and the owner were extremely professional, knowledgeable, and took the time to clearly explain every step of the process and the services being performed. Their attention to detail was impressive, and they answered all of my questions without any pressure or upselling.When the work was completed, everything was spotless—they cleaned up so well that there was no trace they had even been there, except for the noticeable improvement in my HVAC system.If you're looking for a company that is honest, thorough, professional, and takes pride in their work, I highly recommend The Vent Guys. Excellent service from start to finish!
Carol Kando-Pineda
18:31 24 May 26
Tyler replaced our vents and did a great job. He was thorough and friendly, explaining the process and what he recommended. Highly recommend.
Melissa Conte
14:24 21 May 26
Tim Townes
12:47 21 May 26
Jordan was our technician to clean our AC ducts. He arrived on time and was very professional and took great care with our home. He took time to explain the process and inspected everything before he did any work. He shared photos with us so we saw what he found. He was informative and patient with our questions. He identified things we, as homeowners, would not have thought to look for and gave us options on how we could proceed. He identified issues that impact the air we are breathing that we decided to have The Vent Guys take care of for us. Jordan sealed gaps between the boots and the subfloor and ensured that is air tight. If you want your AC ducts cleaned and Jordan is scheduled, you have struck gold! He is a man of integrity and a strong sense of customer care. The Vent Guys are lucky to have him.
Jen Stewart
20:38 20 May 26
Christopher Hamilton
18:23 20 May 26
Jim Riordan
17:17 20 May 26
Tyler T from The Vent Guys did an excellent job of cleaning my dryer and vent inside and outside. Highly recommend them.
Larry Penney
12:37 20 May 26
Henry Thomassen
19:02 18 May 26
A job I could not do myself or perhaps anybody but The Vent Guys. Four out of four bathroom vents had birds nests in them and 25 ft. up. Tech cleaned them out and installed critter cages to prevent the birds getting back in. Plus a cage for the dryer vent. A capital expense that adds value to my home.
heidi Clarke egan
18:49 18 May 26
Very good job!! Right on time. Extremely knowledgeable
Leslie Butterfield
21:13 15 May 26
Justin was on time, professional and knowledgeable about the service he completed. I highly recommend him and The Vent Guys!!
Daylan Hall
18:09 15 May 26
Justin was truly professional on every account and did an incredible job. Quick, precise, knowledgeable, and thorough. Thanks Dryer Vent Guys!
Tina Beam Jones
14:35 15 May 26
Thank u so much Tyler. Great job!!
Ricardo Lucas
11:06 14 May 26
Cindy Wilson
23:04 13 May 26
My dryer was not operating a peak temperature. I called The Vent Guys and spoke to Barbara to schedule a service. She was pleasant to deal with and accommodated me with a scheduled date and time. Jim, our technician called just prior to arriving on time. He was professional and very informative about the service. He provided photos of the vent before and after cleaning. He cleaned up and provided information to insure safe operation of the dryer and future scheduled services. I highly recommend The Vent Guys for their good work and reasonable costs.
Anna Brennan
20:37 13 May 26
Dryer Vent Guys - Tyler was great. He was punctual, called to give ETA and very professional.
Don Daly
14:33 13 May 26
Justin did a great job. Thorough and professional!
Robin Wisner
19:24 12 May 26
Jim was very professional and clear about the work that needed to be done. The company was great with communication and setting expectations. Jim finished the work as promised and left everything nice and clean. Highly recommend and will definitely call them next time we need anything.
David Castellano
16:07 12 May 26
Giro DeRosa
13:01 12 May 26
Justin, the technician that performed my work was excellent. He was professional and knowledgeable. He was especially clear in explaining the process and provided a very detailed analysis of the worked performed.
Sam Wolfe
00:03 12 May 26
Justin did great and was very personal. Thanks you
Aileen Campbell
18:32 11 May 26
Jim did a fabulous job on our dryer vent issue. His communication skills are admirable and he finished with everything neat and tidy. I couldn’t ask for better. Thank you!
Mary Janko
20:21 08 May 26
Justin C. from The Vent Guys did an excellent job!! He was extremely professional, very hard working, and impressively efficient throughout the entire service. He explained what he was doing, worked quickly without sacrificing quality, and left everything clean when he finished. I’m very satisfied with the experience and would definitely recommend him to anyone needing dryer vent cleaning!Shout out to Barbara as well for being super friendly and getting us in!
Deborah Davis
17:27 08 May 26
Justin arrived on time, worked steadily, appeared to know what he was doing, and explained what to expect.
Jeremy Blakeslee
16:51 08 May 26
Excellent experience working with The Vent Guys! From the time I called and spoke to Barbara (who was very friendly and helpful) to initially get on the schedule, to having Jim F. come out today and complete the work, everything went smoothly and was done in a professional manner. Pricing was also good and Jim was very thorough in terms of his inspection to properly diagnose the issue.
Joan Geisler
12:22 08 May 26
Tyler was great! He explained his process to me. Showed me before and after pictures of my dryer vent. He was very pleasant to work with.
Marsha Grigsby
22:12 07 May 26
Great service. Pleasant technician. On time worked very efficiently. I feel as though he did a great job.
Ernie Messina
21:12 07 May 26
Justin was just fantastic!Professional young man!Thank you!!!🙂
Loretta Gulley
17:00 07 May 26
Through, explained all issues , prompt, curteous, forth coming with prices
James Zachousky
20:37 06 May 26
Really great company with great people to deal with. Had a vent cleaning schedule, but the techs van broke. Just my luck, the company called and, Barbra said she would be able to reschedule or try to get another tech for the same day. About 5 minutes later she called back had another tech in the area and was able to save the day. She, Barbra is a real jewel, energetic, funny, turned what could have been a bad day into a great day. GREAT customer service with great quality people. Jim, the tech showed up, let me know when he was coming and got the job done. No pressure up sales just gave me facts I needed to make a decision. Bottom line, a great customer service centered company that does a great job and are considerate, and a pleasant to deal with. The American ideal that doing a good job for the customer is the number one best advertising.
Rhonda Hasselmann
17:02 06 May 26
Justin was on time, a good communicator and got the job done well. We will be using The Vent Guys in the future.
Dave Kline
16:29 06 May 26
5/06/2026: Jim did an EXCELLENT job cleaning our dryer vent duct. He was thorough, made certain our dryer was operating properly and not accumulating any debris in and around our dryer. He showed me pictures of the dryer duct before/after cleaning and made certain everything was clean before he left. I found Jim to be personable, respectful of our property and very professional. EXCELLENT service. Thank You.
Deborah Fair
16:14 06 May 26
Tyler did a great job cleaning our dryer vent!He was punctual, pleasant and left no mess on a rainy day!
Joyce
19:24 05 May 26
Justin came out today and did such a great job. He was very pleasant and let me watch what he was doing. Highly recommended this company
Maureen Montgomery
17:57 04 May 26
Jim was very friendly and knowledgeable. He was extremely thorough in our dryer vent cleaning ... with before and after pictures. Great job!!
M Green
16:21 01 May 26
Justin from Dryer Vent Guys was fantastic to work with. He was professional, honest, and right on time—which I really appreciated. He explained everything clearly, didn’t try to upsell anything unnecessary, and made the whole process easy and stress-free. It’s not always easy to find someone you can trust, but Justin definitely delivers. Highly recommend!
T M
20:33 30 Apr 26
The company is easy to schedule with and the comms are great. Tyler showed up in the arrival window, called to give me a heads up, and got right to work - in and out in no time. The dryer vent is no longer full of lint and dog hair and the vent cover outside isn’t stuck partially open. 10/10 service, as always (I’m a repeat customer).
terri m
18:30 30 Apr 26
This service came recommended by a neighbor. They didn't disappoint. They were on time, worked quickly, efficiently and thoroughly. I will definitely be a regular.
Nina Brown
15:14 29 Apr 26
After some scheduling issues beyond their control, Tyler came out to do the job. He was personable, polite, and very detail-oriented. He also cleaned up (and some extra that he didn't have to do) after the job. I am a very satisfied customer.
James Rahill
22:45 25 Apr 26
I own a dryer vent business in the Philadelphia area, and Kyle from The Vent Guys reached out to me on behalf of a client in my area. During our conversation, he was open and shared some helpful insight that genuinely benefited my business. That kind of professionalism and willingness to help others isn’t something you see every day.If you’re in Virginia and need your dryer vents cleaned, these are the people to call. Kyle runs a solid operation and carries himself the right way. Class act.
Kelly Bishop
18:10 24 Apr 26
Georgia Locks
17:22 24 Apr 26
Ben A was excellent today. Professional approach to completing his job. I will only use The Vent Guys. You might ask if there is a military discount or similar because the price is a little on the high side. Although worth every penny.
Ronnie Hancock
14:29 23 Apr 26
Tyler T and Justin C provided great service in servicing my dryer vents (inside and outside) and installing three pest guards over my external vents at my request (appreciate that pest guards was exactly the color of my house).They were very professional and gave great advice about why it’s important to service your vents annually.I for one does clean my dryer internal lent removal daily, but no matter what, you need to call the professional to come out to take care of the big stuff even if you aren’t having any issues.Thanks once again gentlemen for your professional and thorough service.This is my second time using The Vent Guys and I highly recommend them.Ron
Scott Martinez
23:26 22 Apr 26
Solid team. Came out and assessed the problem. Addressed the deficiency and even helped adjust the units so that the door could close properly. Very helpful and would recommend.
Brian Madigan
20:54 21 Apr 26
As always, The Vent Guys did an excellent job. Jim, the service technician, was prompt, courteous and knowledgeable. Wish more service companies were like these guys.
Lou Florio
16:08 21 Apr 26
Tyler of The Vent Guys was professional and very friendly. He arrived on time, and he explained every step of the cleaning process clearly. Photos were shared showing before and after. He was quick, courteous and efficient; completing the process and respecting our property. We found the fee reasonable for the work. We highly recommend The Vent Guys for your needs. We’ve used them twice so far, and both experiences were extremely positive.
David Fitzpatrick
18:45 17 Apr 26
Very happy with the service. Tyler was very professional and did a great job.
Veta Wholey
18:31 16 Apr 26
Jim & Jay were the best techs of any type of service I’ve ever had in my home. They were clean, polite, explained everything in terminology I could understand and pointed out everything good & bad along the inspection process before cleaning began. They didn’t leave a speck of lint behind! They were completely thorough in every single way and answered all my questions to the eighth degree. I will and would HIGHLY recommend them and their company for your present and future dryer vent cleaning needs. You will be extremely happy with Jim & Jay as your technicians if you’re so blessed to get them. I was!! Thank you gentlemen! You’re AMAZING!!
Joan Travis
13:43 15 Apr 26
Excellent Service. Just one suggestion... Shoe Covers should be put on once inside the home, not worn from the outside
Gayle Stamnes
16:58 14 Apr 26
Jim was very professional and arrived within the allotted time schedule, calling 5 minutes before he was due to arrive. He was efficient and very nice. Highly recommend!
Jamie Swaim
21:38 10 Apr 26
Jim was friendly, knowledgeable, and respectful, and he performed the dryer vent cleaning efficiently and quickly.
Helena Scott
16:56 09 Apr 26
Jim was a pleasure to work with. He explained everything thoroughly And answered all my questions. Excellent service.
Sandy JACKSON
14:30 09 Apr 26
Very pleasant and Jim explained everything to me about whole house vent protection. He said I passed, but recommended a fire alarm in laundry room.
Dina Obey
13:54 08 Apr 26
Benjamin, technician provided clear detailed information and was very polite and professional. The office kept us updated regarding the date and arrival time.
Carrie Butler
23:32 07 Apr 26
Jim with The Vent Guys did an amazing job. He was prompt to the appointment, thoroughly evaluated the job so we would know what to expect, took photos of vent covers that we were unable to see close up, and did a great job. Highly recommend!
Jennifer Paterson
20:47 07 Apr 26
Jim was very friendly and explained everything to me before and after the service. Highly recommend!
Jim O'Donnell
13:44 07 Apr 26
Had our yearly service done today. We have been using The Vent Guys for several years. Their work is superb. Our technician, Jim, was professional, courteous and efficient. They have never failed us and we feel safe when we use our dryer. Quality work at a fair price. Highly recommended.
Gina Schroetter
20:58 06 Apr 26
Jim was very polite, professional , and fast. I would highly recommend them.
Amy Mitchell
20:16 18 Mar 26
The Vent Guys are great! They promptly responded to my requests for service and were very thorough. In particular, David C was very professional, knowledgeable, and friendly during his inspection. Love their process too - they provided effective communications and photos of the inspection and followed up after the appointment. Really great service!
Paul Runko
14:47 18 Mar 26
Would highly recommend the company… Ben was wonderful! Paul
Arwa Zaman
00:15 17 Mar 26
Austin Sprankle
19:41 11 Mar 26
Tennis Gal
22:49 10 Mar 26
Ben, our technician, was very patient and thorough in explaining the process. His assistant did work from roof and Ben worked from the laundry room. Ben was very patient in explaining our options about parts that were recommended to replace. Cleanup was thorough. I would highly recommend their service, especially if it has been a while since your vents were cleaned. Expect pricing to depend on length of you venting. Still fair. We were pleased.
Lara Rota
09:43 10 Mar 26
These guys are awesome. Excellent communication and prompt. Ben is very knowledgeable and explained everything. Highly recommend using them!
Richard Allen
21:49 09 Mar 26
Ben did an excellent job cleaning dryer vents and installing vent cover.
Anne Colon
20:50 09 Mar 26
The Vent Guys are professional and thorough. I definitely recommend this company for the great care in my dryer vent maintenance. I can rest assured that I’m safe from any lint blockages or fire. Having them come out once a year is a sure bet that all is well;)Thank you Ben A. for your professionalism and care. I appreciate you!
Susan Mozeleski
18:17 09 Mar 26
Elizabeth Kelley
11:41 09 Mar 26
Michele Lonzo
01:05 07 Mar 26
Benjamin did a great job cleaning our dryer vent. He was very nice and explained everything.
Judy Smith
21:21 06 Mar 26
Ben from Dryer Vent Boys, is great. Professional goes above and beyond to do the job right. Notices things in the house that I need to have looked into. Things I didn't notice. Recommend them esp Ben highly.
Molly Molson
22:55 05 Mar 26
The dryer vent technicians were wonderful. We had Bobby and Austin. Both were very professional and thorough even with our dog barking in the room the entire time. They took pictures and video of their work which I find really valuable. They made recommendations but were not pushy. They were timely and communicated when they would arrive. Highly recommend!
Kim Booth
22:43 05 Mar 26
Trish Little Taylor
16:16 05 Mar 26
Dryer Vent Guys did a excellent job. They identified an issue and were able to fix it immediately
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