How to Get Rid of Musty Odor in Vents
- 1). Find the vents where the musty smell is more prevalent.
- 2). Put on the goggles, gloves and face mask.
- 3). Search areas all around those vents, including the HVAC unit outside. Check the filters as well.
- 4). Find the mold or mildew and spray the mold with a fungicide. Allow the fungicide to dry.
- 5). Scrape off or clean the mold off of all surfaces. Replace surfaces that will not come clean of mold.
- 6). Spray all areas again and clean up any water leaks.
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