The cost of cleaning the air ducts varies due to the type and number of air ducts and the company requirement. It is necessary to clean your air ducts after 6 or 7 years or when you notice any contamination in the ducts. Many companies offer this service, but all of them are not reliable. The average cost for cleaning the air ducts is almost $369 and is usually between $268 and $489. The cost will increase with the size of the house. It will also be affected by the situation of the ducts, accessibility, and whether or not the ducts are broken. If the ducts are contaminated, the cost of cleaning will increase.
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The Cost Varies
The cleaning of the ductwork will increase the efficiency of the system. If you are paying $20 to $40 per vent for residential ductwork, then you might have to pay at least 30 percent higher for commercial ductwork because they are large and hard to clean and contain larger blowers, AC units, and furnaces. The number of AC units and furnaces cost for cleaning will increase $400 per additional unit. The cost of cleaning the system will increase by almost $150 to $500 if any sign of insects or other microorganisms is present. With molds, you will have to pay at least $600 to $2000. The cost of cleaning the air ducts also depends on location and whether the ducts are present in the ceiling or floor.
Can I clean Air duct myself?
It is mandatory to clean the air ducts every once in a while to make sure you and your family are getting quality air. You can clean air ducts yourself if you are concerned enough but it is usually recommended to speak with a pro first. There are some tools you needed to clean the air ducts.
- Brush
- Vacuum
- Furnace filter
- Screwdriver
- Hex driver
- Paper towel
- Cleaning solution
- Cleaning clots
We highly recommend that you speak to a professional first in order to understand if you can do it yourself or not. Usually you will receive a free inspection and a quote for your work. Based on that you can decide if to proceed with the pro or do it yourself.
