Whole-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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Before
AfterAir Duct Cleaning in Arlington, VA
HVAC cleaning in Arlington typically runs $380-$720 for a full system, with most jobs scheduled within a week and completed in one day. Arlington’s retrofitted ductwork, high summer humidity, and mix of post-war brick homes and Metro corridor condos create conditions we don’t see in surrounding counties. We’re CleanRun Duct Repair & Cleaning, and we serve Arlington from our Washington, DC scheduling office with background-checked, uniformed crews. Call (240) 318-7712 for a written estimate before any work starts.
Why Arlington Homes Are Different
Arlington’s residential core, neighborhoods like Barcroft, Aurora Highlands, and Alcova Heights, is dominated by 1940s-1960s brick Cape Cods and colonials originally built with oil-fired radiant heat and no ductwork. When central forced air was retrofitted in the 1970s-80s, duct runs were squeezed through closets, crawl spaces, and soffits never designed for them. These constricted, irregular systems accumulate debris faster and are harder to clean than purpose-built layouts.
Arlington sits in the Potomac River lowlands with July-August dewpoints of 70-75°F, among the highest sustained humidity in the Mid-Atlantic. Supply ductwork in under-insulated mid-century crawl-space homes experiences significant seasonal condensation, making mold colonization a genuine, recurring problem. Meanwhile, the county’s defense and federal contractor workforce, disproportionately employed at the Pentagon, brings unusually high HEPA and indoor-air-quality expectations. They frequently request documented, third-party-verifiable cleaning results, not verbal assurances.
In post-WWII brick ranchers along Columbia Pike, flex duct added during 1970s-80s retrofits has frequently kinked or partially collapsed. What dispatchers log as routine cleaning regularly becomes a combination duct-integrity assessment and remediation job once technicians get under the house.
Our Main Arlington Services
Arlington homeowners call us most often for these three services, each with its own dedicated Arlington page:
Air Duct Cleaning in Arlington
We clean supply and return duct runs, registers, and the plenum, the main distribution box, using negative-pressure extraction with Rotobrush and Nikro equipment. In Arlington’s retrofitted systems, we regularly find debris accumulation at elbows and constrictions where 1980s flex duct was forced through structural gaps too small for proper airflow. Every job includes a Documented Photo Record of every run, before and after. Air Duct Cleaning in Arlington
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Arlington
Dryer vent blockages are common in Arlington’s older brick homes where vents were routed through multiple 90-degree turns to reach exterior walls. We clear the full run from appliance to termination, measure airflow before and after, and photograph the lint load removed. The work is quoted in writing before we start, backed by our 365-Day Done Right Promise. Dryer Vent Cleaning in Arlington
Duct Repair & Sealing in Arlington
Collapsed flex duct, disconnected joints, and deteriorated sealing tape are standard findings in Arlington’s retrofitted systems. We assess integrity with camera inspection, repair or replace damaged sections, and seal joints with mastic or metal-backed tape. All repair scopes and prices are written before work begins under Haven Standard Clause 1. Duct Repair & Sealing in Arlington
What happens when you call
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A real person answersNo phone trees - you reach a local pro.
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You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched.
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A background-checked tech heads outLicensed & insured, dispatched right away.
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You approve before work beginsNothing starts until you say go.
BeforeAfterHVAC Cleaning in Arlington
Arlington’s combination of retrofitted ductwork, extreme summer humidity, and high indoor-air-quality expectations makes HVAC Cleaning a different job here than in purpose-built suburbs. In the 1940s-1960s homes around Barcroft and Alcova Heights, we regularly find evaporator coils coated with debris that bypassed undersized filters, and blower assemblies caked with residue from decades of unsealed return pathways. The county’s defense-contractor homeowners expect documented results, not promises. We deliver a written price before any panel comes off, and a complete photo record when the crew leaves.
Evaporator Coil Cleaning
Signs you need it
Ice formation on refrigerant lines, weak airflow from registers, or AC running continuously without reaching setpoint in July humidity.
What it costs in Arlington
Evaporator coil cleaning typically runs $280-$450 depending on accessibility and contamination level.
How we do it
We access the coil through the plenum or a cut panel, apply foaming cleaner, rinse with low-pressure water, and photograph the before and after condition for the job record.
Blower Cleaning
Signs you need it
Unbalanced airflow between rooms, vibration noise from the air handler, or dust puffing from registers when the system cycles on.
What it costs in Arlington
Blower assembly cleaning generally ranges $220-$380 based on motor type and debris accumulation.
How we do it
We remove the blower wheel and housing, clean each blade and the motor cavity with compressed air and solvent, balance the assembly, and document with photos.
What HVAC Cleaning Costs in Arlington
| Item | Typical range in Arlington |
|---|---|
| Evaporator coil cleaning | $280-$450 |
| Blower assembly cleaning | $220-$380 |
| Full HVAC system cleaning | $380-$720 |
How do I know the coil was actually cleaned?
We photograph the coil before and after, date-stamped, and include these images in your Documented Photo Record delivered at job completion. If you don’t receive them, the work didn’t meet Haven Standard Clause 4: Documented Results, and we make it right under our 365-Day Done Right Promise. Call (240) 318-7712 if you have questions about your record.
Can HVAC cleaning fix my AC keeping up in Arlington humidity?
Dirty coils and blowers reduce heat exchange efficiency by 15-30%, so cleaning often restores capacity lost to contamination rather than refrigerant issues. If your system still underperforms after cleaning, we note it in writing and can arrange a separate diagnostic. Call (240) 318-7712 for an exact scope and price.
Air Quality & Sanitizing in Arlington
Arlington’s Potomac River lowland humidity and retrofitted ductwork create genuine mold and bacteria pressure that standard cleaning doesn’t address. In crawl-space homes around Columbia Pike and Aurora Highlands, we regularly find active mold colonization in supply ducts where condensation collects on uninsulated flex. Air Quality & Sanitizing applies EPA-registered treatments and, where appropriate, permanent prevention equipment to documented problems, not hypothetical ones. Every treatment scope and price is written before application.
Mold Treatment
Signs you need it
Musty odor when the system runs, visible discoloration at registers, or confirmed moisture intrusion in crawl-space ductwork.
What it costs in Arlington
Whole-system mold treatment typically runs $450-$850 depending on affected duct length and accessibility.
How we do it
We apply Abatement Technologies HEPA vacuuming followed by EPA-registered antimicrobial fogging to all duct surfaces, with post-treatment photo documentation.
UV Light Installation
Signs you need it
Recurring mold after cleaning, chronic allergy symptoms correlating with HVAC runtime, or a damp indoor coil environment.
What it costs in Arlington
UV-C lamp installation at the coil or in the return plenum generally ranges $380-$650 including hardware.
How we do it
We mount a Guardsman or comparable UV-C fixture at the coil surface, wire to the air handler’s 24V circuit, and verify irradiance with a meter.
What Air Quality & Sanitizing Costs in Arlington
| Item | Typical range in Arlington |
|---|---|
| Mold treatment (whole system) | $450-$850 |
| UV-C light installation | $380-$650 |
| Bacteria sanitizing | $320-$580 |
Is mold in ducts common in Arlington or just a sales pitch?
In Arlington’s under-insulated crawl-space homes with dewpoints of 70-75°F, we document active mold in roughly one-third of systems over 25 years old. We photograph what we find, show you before treating, and write the scope before applying anything. Call (240) 318-7712 if you suspect a problem.
Do UV lights actually prevent mold?
UV-C at the coil surface inhibits mold and bacterial growth on the wettest, most colonization-prone surface in the system, but it does not clean existing debris. We recommend UV only after thorough cleaning, with the lamp as maintenance prevention, not a substitute. Call (240) 318-7712 for a written assessment of whether UV makes sense for your system.
Brands We Service in Arlington
We clean and service systems using Aprilaire media filters, Abatement Technologies HEPA equipment, Guardsman UV fixtures, and Rotobrush mechanical agitation tools. Common replacement parts for Arlington’s Carrier, Trane, Lennox, and Goodman systems are stocked locally, so most repairs don’t wait for shipping. See our brands for the full roster.
Pricing for Air Duct Cleaning in Arlington, VA
| Service | Typical range in Arlington |
|---|---|
| Air duct cleaning (whole system) | $320-$580 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $150-$280 |
| HVAC cleaning (full system) | $380-$720 |
| Evaporator coil cleaning | $280-$450 |
| Blower assembly cleaning | $220-$380 |
| Duct repair & sealing | $280-$650 |
| Mold treatment | $450-$850 |
| UV-C light installation | $380-$650 |
| Bacteria sanitizing | $320-$580 |
| Odor removal treatment | $250-$480 |
Prices in Arlington run toward the higher end when crawl-space access is limited, retrofitted ductwork requires disassembly, or multiple 90-degree turns complicate cleaning. Every price is written and agreed before work starts, every time, under Haven Standard Clause 1. No exceptions.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Arlington
We schedule Arlington jobs from our Washington, DC dispatch office and typically route crews within 2-3 business days. These neighborhoods represent our regular service area:
- Barcroft
- Aurora Highlands
- Alcova Heights
- Lyon Park
- Clarendon
Service Area - Cities Near Arlington
Our crews work throughout Northern Virginia from the DC scheduling office. We regularly serve Falls Church, VA, Alexandria, VA, Vienna, VA, and Springfield, VA with the same written-price, photo-documented standard we apply in Arlington.
Serving Arlington, VA - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Arlington area and know this community well. Use the map below to see our service coverage - if you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
FAQs About Air Duct Cleaning in Arlington
Standard residential duct cleaning does not require an Arlington County permit. Duct repair or modification that alters the HVAC system’s capacity or routing may require a building permit; we note this in writing if your scope crosses that line, and we can coordinate with the county if needed. Most of our Arlington jobs are permit-free.
We typically schedule within 2-3 business days, with dispatch coordinated from our Washington, DC office. We do not promise same-day service because proper cleaning requires preparation and the right crew assignment; rushing either produces vacuum noise, not documented results. Call (240) 318-7712 for available dates.
Yes, but with an important distinction: many Arlington high-rises use individual fan-coil units rather than central duct systems. We assess the system type during scheduling and quote only for work that can be documented with before-and-after photos. If your building uses a centralized shaft system, the HOA typically maintains it; we service the unit-level components you own.
What happens when you call
- 1A real person answersNo phone trees - talk to a local air duct cleaning pro.
- 2You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched. No surprises.
- 3We come out and measureLicensed & insured, at a time that suits you - the visit and the quote are both free.
- 4You get the price in writingLine-itemed, yours to keep, and nothing starts until you say go.
What Arlington Customers Say
"My allergies genuinely improved. They also told me the ducts did not need sealing, which I had been quoted for elsewhere."
- Petra K."Flat price agreed up front, no per-vent add-ons at the end. That was the whole reason I did not call the coupon company."
- Suzanne B."They found a disconnected duct in the crawl space that had been dumping conditioned air under the house for years. Photographed it, quoted the repair, fixed it."
- Devon A.