Whole-home duct cleaning
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Sanitizing & deodorizingWhole-system duct and dryer vent check with before-and-after photos - you see exactly what came out of your vents
That "$99 whole-house special" is a bait ad - the real number appears once they are in your hallway, or the "clean" is a shop-vac at the register. We photograph the inside of your ducts before and after instead.
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- Whole-home duct cleaning
- Dryer vent cleaning
- Camera inspection
- Sanitizing & deodorizing
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AfterHow Much Does Air Duct Cleaning Cost in Chatsworth?
Air duct cleaning in Chatsworth typically runs $350 to $700 for a standard single-family home, with most jobs landing around $450 to $550. Larger homes, heavy contamination, and added services like dryer vent cleaning or duct repair push the total higher. Every job we quote is priced per home from a free written estimate, so the number you agree to is the number you pay.
Chatsworth sits in the west San Fernando Valley, where hot, dry summers mean the air handler runs hard for months and pulls dust, pollen, and construction grit through the same ductwork season after season. That load is why a routine cleaning here covers real ground, and why the estimate depends on the specifics of your system rather than a flat rate off a menu.
Key Takeaways
- A typical Chatsworth home pays $350 to $700 for professional air duct cleaning.
- Dryer vent cleaning adds $125 to $225; air duct repair is quoted separately based on the damage.
- Home size, number of vents, contamination level, and accessibility are the biggest price drivers.
- Estimates are free, and the written estimate sets the final price.
- We use Rotobrush and Nikro systems, the professional platforms specified in NADCA-aligned duct cleaning protocols.
Air Duct Cleaning Cost Breakdown (2026)
Here’s how a 2026 chatsworth air duct cleaning job breaks down by line item. These are estimated ranges for the local market, not exact quotes. The written estimate you receive is what sets the final price.
| Service | Typical Chatsworth Range |
|---|---|
| Standard air duct cleaning (up to 10 vents) | $350 – $500 |
| Larger home (11-20 vents) | $500 – $700 |
| Heavy contamination / post-renovation cleaning | $600 – $900 |
| Additional vent beyond the base count | $20 – $40 per vent |
| Dryer vent cleaning (standalone) | $125 – $225 |
| Air duct repair (sealing, reconnecting, patching) | Quoted per job after inspection |
| HVAC unit and coil cleaning add-on | $75 – $150 |
What pushes a quote up or down comes down to a few things. Bigger homes have more vent runs and more ductwork to pull a vacuum through. Heavy contamination, the kind that follows a remodel or years of neglect in an older home, takes longer and more passes with the brush and vacuum. Accessibility matters too: ducts buried behind finished ceilings or in tight attic runs take more labor. On the lower end, a smaller home with straightforward layout and moderate dust lands near the bottom of the range.
Worth knowing: duct cleaning by itself removes what’s sitting in the system. If the ductwork is also leaking or disconnected, cleaning without repair leaves the problem in place. That’s where our air duct cleaning service and separate repair work come together, and why we inspect before quoting the higher-ticket jobs.
What Affects Air Duct Cleaning Pricing in Chatsworth
- Home size and vent count. A 1,200 square foot home with eight vents is a different job than a 3,000 square foot house with 18. More vents means more time on the wand and more duct surface to clean.
- Level of contamination. Chatsworth’s windy spring days and dry summer dust load the return side faster than a coastal climate would. Homes near active construction or recent remodels often carry drywall dust deep in the runs, which takes extra passes.
- Age and condition of the ductwork. Older homes with older flex duct or patched runs are more likely to need repair alongside cleaning. We check for disconnected sections and tears during the estimate.
- Accessibility. Ductwork that runs through crawl spaces, tight attics, or behind finished walls slows the job down. Clear access to the air handler and main trunk keeps labor hours lower.
- Whether you add dryer vent cleaning. Many homeowners bundle it. Treated as its own safety service, dryer vent cleaning addresses lint buildup that restricts airflow and creates a real fire hazard, and it’s priced separately from duct cleaning.
- Filtration setup. Homes with a Honeywell or Aprilaire filtration system sometimes want the filter cabinet and components checked as part of the visit. We’re familiar with both lines and can advise on what’s due.
Is It Cheaper to Repair or Replace the Ductwork?
Repair is almost always cheaper than replacement. Sealing a disconnected joint, patching a torn flex run, or reconnecting a boot to a register is a fraction of the cost of rerouting a whole duct system. Replacement only makes sense when large sections are crushed, collapsed, or so deteriorated that repair won’t hold. In most Chatsworth homes we inspect, the ductwork is sound and just needs cleaning plus a few targeted repairs. That’s the finish line: clean ducts are the start, sealed and repaired ducts are the finish. An inspection tells you which side of that line you’re on, and the written estimate spells out the repair cost before any work begins.
What’s Included in a Standard Air Duct Cleaning
Every job is done with professional-grade equipment, not a shop-vac shortcut. Our crew runs Rotobrush and Nikro systems, the same equipment remediation professionals rely on, and we keep Abatement Technologies equipment on hand for contaminated or compromised duct environments. A standard cleaning covers:
- Source removal of dust, debris, and buildup from the supply and return ductwork
- Cleaning of registers and grilles
- Air handler and blower compartment cleaning where accessible
- Before-and-after documentation of what we find and what we remove
Because we do exactly three things (air duct cleaning, dryer vent cleaning, and air duct repair), the equipment and the crew are purpose-built for ventilation systems. There’s no upsell into unrelated trades, and no diluted generalism.
How to Save on Air Duct Cleaning
There’s no coupon gimmick here. The real savings come from doing the job at the right time and combining what makes sense.
- Get the free estimate first. Knowing the exact scope and price before you commit prevents surprise add-ons. It costs nothing to find out where you stand. Call (888) 494-4745.
- Clean before a major renovation, not after. If you’re planning a remodel, cleaning the ducts afterward gets the construction dust out, but inspecting beforehand catches failing ductwork before it gets buried behind new drywall.
- Bundle dryer vent cleaning. Scheduling it alongside duct cleaning saves a separate dispatch and addresses a fire-safety issue in the same visit.
- Don’t over-clean. If your system was cleaned recently and you keep up with filter changes, you may only need an inspection. We’ll tell you honestly if cleaning isn’t warranted yet.
- Address small repairs early. A single disconnected joint costs little to fix now and prevents the ductwork from pulling dust from unconditioned attic air later.
Why Homeowners in Chatsworth Call a Specialist
The duct cleaning market has no shortage of low bids from crews with consumer-grade vacuums. What a specialist brings is equipment and focus. Rotobrush and Nikro platforms are specified in NADCA-aligned duct cleaning protocols, and the Abatement Technologies equipment we keep on hand means we can handle contaminated or compromised duct environments, not just routine dust removal. Familiarity with Honeywell and Aprilaire product lines bridges the cleaning visit with the longer question of indoor air quality, so filter changes and system maintenance aren’t an afterthought. Duct Cleaning Chatsworth has served the San Fernando Valley since 2017, and our entire focus is on duct and ventilation systems. You can read more about the company’s approach on the Duct Cleaning Chatsworth home page.
Signs You Need Cleaning Sooner Rather Than Later
If any of these sound familiar, a visit is worth scheduling before the problem worsens:
- Visible dust blowing out of registers shortly after you dust a room
- A musty or stale smell when the air handler kicks on
- Recent renovation or drywall work in the home
- Allergy or respiratory symptoms that seem worse indoors
- An older home where the ductwork has never been serviced
- A dryer that takes noticeably longer than it used to for the same load
Chatsworth’s dry, windy climate keeps airborne dust moving, and the return side of your system captures it all season. If it’s been years since the ducts were cleaned, the accumulated load is likely the reason you’re noticing it.
FAQs – Air Duct Cleaning Cost
How much does air duct cleaning cost in Chatsworth?
Air duct cleaning in Chatsworth typically costs $350 to $700 for a standard home, with heavy-contamination jobs running $600 to $900. Most single-family homes fall around $450 to $550. Call (888) 494-4745 for a free estimate on your specific system – estimates are free and the written quote sets the final price.
How much does dryer vent cleaning cost?
Standalone dryer vent cleaning runs about $125 to $225 in Chatsworth, priced as its own safety service. A clogged vent is a fire hazard, not just a convenience problem, so it’s worth a look if your dryer takes longer than it used to. Call (888) 494-4745 to add it to your estimate.
Do you charge for the estimate?
No. The estimate is free, and you’ll get a written price before any work starts. Call (888) 494-4745 to schedule.
Is it cheaper to clean or replace ductwork?
Cleaning and repairing costs considerably less than full replacement, and it covers the vast majority of jobs. Full replacement is only warranted when large sections are crushed or collapsed. We inspect first and quote repair separately. Call (888) 494-4745 to set up an inspection.
Can you come today?
Same-day service is often possible, and fast dispatch runs 7am to 7pm, Sunday through Friday. Call (888) 494-4745. We answer 24/7, and a call outside dispatch hours is booked into the next opening.
What equipment do you use?
We use Rotobrush and Nikro systems, the professional platforms specified in NADCA-aligned duct cleaning protocols, and keep Abatement Technologies equipment for contaminated or compromised ductwork. This is professional-grade gear, not big-box vacuums. Call (888) 494-4745 to ask about your situation.
Schedule Your Free Estimate
Every home is different, and the only way to know your price is to get eyes on the system. Call (888) 494-4745 for a free estimate. We answer 24/7. Fast dispatch from 7am to 7pm, Sunday through Friday. Text-friendly questions welcome, and the written quote you receive is the price you pay.
Pricing reflects the Chatsworth market as of 2026. Duct Cleaning Chatsworth offers free estimates – call (888) 494-4745.
What Our Customers Say
"Fair price and thorough work. They ran about an hour and a half past the estimated finish time, so don't schedule anything tight after."
- Ruben Morales"Two guys, about three hours, plastic down at every register, and they wiped the vent covers before putting them back."
- Sofia Guzman"Ran a negative air machine on the whole system rather than the shop vac on a stick that the cheap outfit down the road uses. Showed me the before and after photos from inside the trunk line and it was genuinely disgusting."
- Brooke Vaughn