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AfterHow Much Does Air Duct Cleaning Cost in Clovis?
Air Duct Cleaning in Clovis typically runs $350 to $650 for a standard single-story home with a typical 8 to 12 vent runs, and most jobs land near $450. Larger two-story homes or systems with heavy contamination, damaged flex duct, or added dryer vent work push the total to $700 to $1,200 or more. Those numbers reflect real 2026 pricing here, not a national average pulled from a coupon site.
If you’ve already paid a low-price crew and nothing changed in your air quality or energy bill, the range above is probably closer to what a real cleaning costs. The difference isn’t mark-up. It’s equipment. Scroll to the tables for line-item pricing, or call (855) 661-0630 for a free estimate tailored to your home.
Key Takeaways
- Standard whole-home duct cleaning: $350 to $650 in Clovis.
- Heavy contamination or larger systems: $700 to $1,200+.
- Dryer vent cleaning added on: $100 to $175.
- Air duct repair (if damage is found during cleaning): $150 to $800, depending on scope.
- Professional-grade equipment (Rotobrush, Nikro HEPA systems) is the biggest driver of the higher numbers – and the reason the cleaning actually removes what’s in your ducts.
Air Duct Cleaning Cost Breakdown (2026)
Here’s what each piece of work costs separately, so you can see what’s folded into a whole-home quote and what isn’t. Prices reflect the Clovis and greater Fresno-area market going into 2026.
| Service | Typical Price Range | What’s Included |
|---|---|---|
| Whole-home air duct cleaning (up to 10 vents) | $350 – $500 | Supply and return cleaning, registers, main trunk lines |
| Whole-home air duct cleaning (11-15 vents) | $500 – $650 | Same scope, larger system, more labor hours |
| Whole-home air duct cleaning (16-20 vents) | $650 – $850 | Large two-story systems, longer runs |
| Heavy contamination remediation | +$150 – $400 | Rodent debris, mold-affected sections, construction dust, multiple passes |
| Dryer vent cleaning (standalone) | $100 – $175 | Full lint removal, vent run inspection, airflow check |
| Dryer vent cleaning (added to duct cleaning) | $75 – $125 | Bundled rate, same visit |
| Air duct repair | $150 – $800 | Disconnected joints, torn flex, crushed sections, re-sealing |
| Register and return grille cleaning (each) | $5 – $15 | Removal, wash, dry, reinstall |
| HVAC system inspection | $0 – $75 | Often folded into cleaning estimate |
What pushes the total up or down? The big four are vent count, contamination severity, system accessibility, and whether repair is needed. A 1,400-square-foot ranch home with 8 vents and light dust is a straightforward job. A 2,800-square-foot two-story with 18 vents, a partially collapsed flex run behind a knee wall, and years of accumulated dust is a different day’s work entirely.
The single biggest cost driver isn’t size – it’s whether the worker uses professional-grade equipment. The tools we run (Rotobrush brush-contact extraction and Nikro HEPA-filtered vacuums, with Abatement Technologies equipment in the lineup) are the same tools restoration and remediation crews use industry-wide. That matters because it’s what actually removes the contamination rather than just loosening it. If you’re still working out whether a cleaning is even the right call, read our guide on Air Duct Cleaning in Clovis for what real cleaning looks like versus a surface pass.
What Affects Air Duct Cleaning Pricing in Clovis
Pricing isn’t random. These are the six factors that move the number up or down here in Clovis.
- Number of vents and runs. Ten vents cost meaningfully less than twenty. Each run has to be individually brushed and vacuumed; the trunk line and return side add time. A typical Clovis single-story home runs 8 to 12 vents; newer two-story builds in the area often hit 16 to 20.
- Contamination level. Regular dust is one price. Rodent droppings, mold-affected sections, construction dust after a remodel, or years of buildup require multiple passes, and in some cases compartmentalized HEPA filtration. That remediation work adds $150 to $400 and is worth every dollar.
- Accessibility of the duct system. Ducts run through attics, crawlspaces, and wall cavities. A straight attic run is quick. Ducts buried behind knee walls, under floors, or in tight crawlspaces take longer to access and clean properly. Older Clovis neighborhoods with retrofitted systems tend to be more work.
- Whether repair is needed. Cleaning and repair are two different jobs, and this is where low-price cleaners walk away. Disconnected joints, torn flex duct, or crushed sections that a technician uncovers during cleaning have to be fixed or the cleaning won’t hold. We do both – clean ducts, repaired ducts, one company, start to finish – so you’re not hunting down a second contractor.
- Dryer vent add-on. If your dryer vent hasn’t been cleaned in three or more years, or if you notice your dryer taking longer to dry clothes, adding it to the duct cleaning visit costs $75 to $125. Lint buildup is a documented leading cause of residential dryer fires, so it’s fire-safety work, not just a comfort upgrade.
- Whole-home filtration compatibility. If your home has a Honeywell or Aprilaire whole-home filtration system, we work with it, not around it. Some jobs take slightly longer because the filtration equipment has to be brought back into the flow correctly – that’s a feature, not a surcharge.
How to Save on Air Duct Cleaning
You can’t move the fundamentals (your vent count is what it is), but a few things are squarely in your hands.
- Get a free estimate before you commit. Estimates are free, and they’re how you avoid the “starts at $99” trap. The real price lives in the vent count and contamination level, so a company that quotes without looking at your system is guessing – and the guess rarely holds. Call (855) 661-0630 for an honest quote.
- Bundle the dryer vent cleaning with the duct cleaning. Same-visit pricing knocks $25 to $50 off versus booking separately, and you get the fire-safety work done without a return trip.
- Clean ducts after a remodel, not before. If you’re planning a kitchen or bath remodel, schedule duct cleaning after the dust has settled. Cleaning before the work is done is wasted money.
- Address small repairs while the crew is already there. If the technician uncovers a disconnected joint or torn flex while cleaning, fixing it on the same visit costs less than a return trip – and it’s the reason we offer repair alongside cleaning in the first place.
- Skip the annual-interval trap. Every home doesn’t need duct cleaning every year. If you don’t have pets, allergies, or recent renovation dust, a multi-year interval is fine. The right schedule is the one your home actually needs, and a good estimate should tell you that.
- Ask what equipment is being used. A cheap quote from a crew with consumer-grade vacuums isn’t a bargain – it’s a deposit on a job you’ll pay for twice. Ask specifically about professional HEPA-filtered extraction before you book.
When Is Duct Cleaning Actually Worth the Cost?
Not every home needs it. Here’s when the dollar figure above is money well spent versus when you can hold the number in your pocket.
- You can see visible dust or debris blowing out of registers when the system kicks on.
- Household members are experiencing new or worsening allergy symptoms that correlate with the HVAC season.
- You’ve recently completed a remodel, and there’s drywall dust or construction debris in the system.
- There’s a musty or stale odor when the system runs.
- You’ve had a rodent problem – even one roach or mouse leaves droppings in the ducts.
- You’ve just moved into a home with unknown cleaning history.
- Your energy bill is creeping up and the ducts haven’t been checked in years.
Conversely, if your home is newer, you have no pets, no allergies, and no recent renovation, waiting a few years won’t hurt. The honest call is a look at the system, not a blind sell.
Air Duct Repair Cost in Clovis
Cleaning and repair are the two halves of the job, and doing them separately costs more than doing them together. Here’s what repair typically runs when the cleaning uncovers a problem.
- Reconnect a disconnected joint: $150 – $300
- Replace a section of torn or crushed flex duct: $200 – $500
- Re-seal a main trunk or plenum connection: $250 – $600
- Replace a run of failed rigid duct: $400 – $800
Leaking ducts waste energy – the air you’re paying to heat or cool ends up in the attic or crawlspace. Repair wins it back, and it’s why we offer Air Duct Repair as a standalone service rather than sending you off to a second contractor. If you suspect your ducts are leaking, ask about it during the estimate; the fix is often less than the energy waste it’s causing.
Why Equipment Changes the Price (And What It Buys You)
Two quotes can differ by $300 and reflect genuinely different work. The gap is almost always the equipment and the scope.
A basic truck-mount setup loosens surface debris and vacuums what’s easy to reach. Professional-grade equipment – the Rotobrush brush-contact extraction system with its rotating brush heads, paired with Nikro HEPA-filtered vacuums – physically scrubs the duct walls and captures what it dislodges, which is what makes the difference between a cleaning you can feel and a coupon that changed nothing. Abatement Technologies equipment in the lineup is used in contamination remediation, not just routine cleaning, which matters when the contamination is real.
We also incorporate Guardsman protective products into the service, adding a sealing and protection layer beyond basic cleaning. That’s the kind of scope that doesn’t appear on a $99 coupon – and it’s why the honest range for a Clovis home sits where it does.
The point isn’t to sell you more equipment. The point is that the number you’re paying includes preventing the contamination from coming straight back. Cleaner ducts that stay cleaner longer pay back faster than a cheap job that doesn’t hold.
Does Insurance or a Home Warranty Cover Air Duct Cleaning?
Usually not. Routine air duct cleaning is considered maintenance, and most homeowners policies exclude maintenance. There are exceptions: if ducts are contaminated by a covered event (fire smoke, water damage, or a covered pest situation), a claim may cover part of the remediation. Home warranties sometimes cover duct cleaning when it’s tied to a covered HVAC repair, but it’s worth reading the fine print before you assume.
The safest move is to ask your insurer or warranty provider directly, and then get a written estimate from us so you know exactly what you’re asking them to cover. Call (855) 661-0630 and we’ll put the scope on paper.
How Long Does Air Duct Cleaning Take in Clovis?
Most standard single-story homes take two to four hours. Larger homes or systems with heavy contamination can take the better part of a day, especially when repair is part of the visit. We block enough time to do the job properly rather than rushing to the next call – a cleaning that takes an hour for a 20-vent home is a cleaning that didn’t reach all 20 vents.
How Do I Get a Real Estimate?
Call us, tell us roughly how many vents your home has and anything you’ve noticed (allergies, odors, recent remodel, pets), and we’ll walk you through the likely range on the phone. If you want the exact number, we’ll come look. Estimates are free, and there’s no pressure to book on the spot.
If you want help choosing between us and the cheaper quote you already have, ask what equipment the other crew uses. If they can’t name it, that tells you what the price difference is.
FAQs – Air Duct Cleaning Cost
How much does air duct cleaning cost in Clovis in 2026?
Expect $350 to $650 for a typical single-story home, with most jobs around $450. Larger two-story homes or systems with heavy contamination run $700 to $1,200 or more. Call (855) 661-0630 for an exact quote – estimates are free.
Is it cheaper to clean or replace air ducts?
Cleaning is almost always cheaper – cleaning runs $350 to $650, while full duct replacement can run several thousand dollars. Replacement is only the smarter call when ductwork is failed beyond repair (collapsed, mold-saturated, or poorly installed throughout). We only recommend it when cleaning and repair won’t hold, and we’ll tell you straight which side you’re on. Call (855) 661-0630 to talk it through.
How much does dryer vent cleaning cost in Clovis?
$100 to $175 on its own, or $75 to $125 when bundled with air duct cleaning. Lint buildup is a documented leading cause of residential dryer fires, so this isn’t cosmetic – it’s fire-safety work. Call (855) 661-0630 to add it to your visit.
Why are some duct cleaning quotes so much cheaper – is there a catch?
Usually yes. Sub-$100 quotes are typically a door-opener for upsells, and they’re almost always backed by consumer-grade vacuums rather than professional HEPA-filtered equipment like Rotobrush and Nikro systems. The cleaning loosens debris without capturing it, and nothing changes. The honest floor for real cleaning in this market is around $350. Call (855) 661-0630 and we’ll explain exactly what’s included.
Do you charge extra to clean registers and return grilles?
No – register and return grille cleaning is included in the whole-home price, which covers $5 to $15 per register on its own if billed separately. If a company charges extra for it, ask what the base price actually includes before you book. Call (855) 661-0630 for a full scope.
Ready for an Honest Number?
The Clovis duct cleaning market has a wide spread between $99 coupons and full-scope remediation, and only one of those removes what’s actually in your ducts. We’ll look at your system, tell you the real number, and recommend the right level of work – including whether a cleaning is even needed. Call (855) 661-0630 for a free estimate. If you’re still comparing options, start with our guide to Air Duct Cleaning in Clovis and the home page.
Pricing reflects the Clovis market as of 2026. Duct Cleaning Clovis offers free estimates – call (855) 661-0630.
What Our Customers Say
"Two guys, about three hours, plastic down at every register, and they wiped the vent covers before putting them back."
- Salma Hassan"No complaints. Job's been holding up fine."
- Katie Brooks"Quoted per system rather than the bait and switch per vent pricing everybody else in town uses. The number I was told on the phone was the number on the invoice."
- Marcy Whitaker