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 Atlanta, GA
HVAC cleaning in Atlanta typically runs $350-$650 for a full system, with air quality and sanitizing services adding $200-$500 depending on whether mold treatment or UV installation is needed. We’re CleanRun, and our Atlanta office dispatches crews across Fulton, DeKalb, and Cobb counties to clean ductwork in the bungalows of Grant Park and the ranch homes of Gwinnett alike. Every job starts with a written price before a panel comes off, and every duct run is photographed before and after - call (470) 495-9370 for a free estimate.
Why Atlanta Homes Are Different
Atlanta’s nickname, “the city in a forest,” is measurable: the urban tree canopy here is among the densest in the country, and the pollen count regularly tops national charts each spring. That yellow-green film on cars is pine and oak pollen, and it saturates HVAC systems far faster than in comparable Southern metros. Atlanta’s humid subtropical climate keeps relative humidity above 60% through most of spring, summer, and fall, trapping that organic matter in ductwork long enough to support mold and dust mite colonies.
The housing stock compounds the problem. Intown neighborhoods like Grant Park, Virginia-Highland, and Candler Park are dense with 1920s-1950s Craftsman bungalows where central air was retrofitted decades after construction, often with flexible ductwork forced through humid crawl spaces or improvised attic chases. Across Cobb, DeKalb, and Gwinnett counties, 1960s-1980s ranch homes still run original sheet-metal or early flex-duct systems that have never been cleaned. Attic temperatures here routinely exceed 130°F in summer, degrading duct insulation and causing seams to fail, which pulls particulate-laden attic air into supply lines.
Our Main Atlanta Services
Atlanta homeowners call us most often for these three services, each with its own dedicated page:
Air Duct Cleaning in Atlanta
We clean the full duct network - supply and return runs, trunk lines, and registers - using negative-pressure extraction with Rotobrush and Nikro equipment. In Atlanta’s older bungalows, we regularly find flex duct retrofitted through crawl spaces in the 1970s and 1980s, now sagged and kinked from decades of Georgia humidity. Those collapsed sections trap pollen and mold in ways a standard brush pass can’t fully clear. Air Duct Cleaning in Atlanta covers our full process.
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Atlanta
Lint accumulation in dryer vents is a fire hazard, and Atlanta’s humidity can cause lint to compact and adhere to duct walls more stubbornly than in drier climates. We clear the full vent run from appliance to termination, verify airflow with a manometer, and photograph the before and after. Dryer Vent Cleaning in Atlanta details what we find in local homes.
Duct Repair & Sealing in Atlanta
When ductwork has collapsed, separated at seams, or had its insulation degraded by attic heat, cleaning alone won’t restore performance. We replace damaged flex sections, seal leaks with mastic, and insulate where Atlanta’s attic temperatures have destroyed the original barrier. Duct Repair & Sealing in Atlanta explains our repair scope.
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 Atlanta
Atlanta’s combination of extreme pollen loads, sustained humidity, and aging housing stock means HVAC components accumulate debris faster here than in nearly any comparable market. The evaporator coil in a Grant Park bungalow or a Cobb County ranch is often coated with a mat of pollen, dust, and microbial growth that restricts airflow and forces the compressor to run longer - driving up energy bills and shortening equipment life. We treat HVAC cleaning as a system-wide job, not a surface wipe, and HVAC Cleaning covers our full equipment and process standards.
Evaporator Coil Cleaning
Signs you need it
Ice forming on the coil, weak airflow from registers, or the system running continuously without reaching set temperature.
What it costs in Atlanta
Evaporator coil cleaning in Atlanta typically ranges from $180 to $350.
How we do it
We access the coil through the plenum - the main air distribution box - apply foaming cleaner approved for use with aluminum fins, rinse with low-pressure water to avoid fin damage, and photograph the before and after condition.
Blower Cleaning
Signs you need it
Dust puffing from registers at startup, uneven heating or cooling across rooms, or a musty odor when the fan engages.
What it costs in Atlanta
Blower cleaning in Atlanta typically ranges from $150 to $280.
How we do it
We remove the blower assembly from the air handler, clean the squirrel cage and motor housing with compressed air and soft brushes, balance the fan wheel, and document the debris volume removed.
What HVAC Cleaning Costs in Atlanta
| Item | Typical range in Atlanta |
|---|---|
| Evaporator coil cleaning | $180 - $350 |
| Blower cleaning | $150 - $280 |
| Full HVAC system cleaning (coil, blower, plenum) | $350 - $650 |
How do I know my HVAC needs cleaning versus just my ducts?
If your registers are clean but rooms heat or cool unevenly, or the system runs longer than it used to, the problem is likely in the coil or blower rather than the duct runs. Call (470) 495-9370 - we’ll inspect both and put the scope in writing before any work starts.
Can HVAC cleaning lower my summer electric bill in Atlanta?
Yes - a coated evaporator coil or debris-heavy blower forces the system to run 15-30% longer to move the same air volume, and Atlanta’s cooling season runs six months. Call (470) 495-9370 for a written estimate on your system.
Air Quality & Sanitizing in Atlanta
Atlanta’s pollen-saturated, humid environment creates conditions where microbial growth in ductwork is not a possibility but a probability - particularly in flex duct routed through unconditioned crawl spaces where condensation forms on the exterior and interior surfaces. Air quality and sanitizing services address what cleaning alone cannot: active mold colonies, bacterial biofilms, and the persistent musty odors that result. We use Air Quality & Sanitizing protocols developed for the Southeast’s climate, with products and equipment selected for efficacy in high-humidity conditions.
Mold Treatment
Signs you need it
Visible black or green growth on register fins, a wet-earth smell when the system cycles, or family members with unexplained respiratory symptoms that worsen at home.
What it costs in Atlanta
Mold treatment in Atlanta typically ranges from $400 to $800 depending on the number of affected duct runs.
How we do it
We apply an EPA-registered antimicrobial fog through the duct system under negative pressure, treat the plenum and air handler surfaces, and verify results with post-treatment moisture readings and photography.
UV Light Installation
Signs you need it
Recurring mold despite previous cleaning, or a home with chronic humidity control issues in the crawl space or basement.
What it costs in Atlanta
UV light installation in Atlanta typically ranges from $350 to $600 per unit, with most systems requiring one or two lamps.
How we do it
We mount a Honeywell or Aprilaire UV-C lamp in the supply plenum where it irradiates the coil and immediate air stream, wire it to the blower circuit for automatic operation, and include the bulb replacement schedule in your job record.
What Air Quality & Sanitizing Costs in Atlanta
| Item | Typical range in Atlanta |
|---|---|
| Mold treatment (whole system) | $400 - $800 |
| UV light installation | $350 - $600 per unit |
| Bacteria sanitizing (whole system) | $250 - $450 |
Is mold in ducts common in Atlanta?
Yes - Atlanta’s sustained humidity above 60% and extreme pollen loads create ideal conditions for mold in unconditioned crawl spaces and attics where flex duct runs. Call (470) 495-9370 and we’ll inspect with a borescope camera, put findings in writing, and photograph everything.
Do UV lights actually prevent mold in humid climates?
UV-C lamps mounted at the coil and plenum prevent the microbial growth that starts colony spread; they do not sterilize the entire duct network but stop the primary amplification point. Call (470) 495-9370 to discuss whether your system configuration supports effective placement.
Brands We Service in Atlanta
We clean and service systems running Honeywell, Aprilaire, Abatement Technologies, and other major brands, with replacement parts stocked for common Atlanta configurations. Most filter and media replacements ship same-day from our Atlanta office. See our brands for the full list.
Pricing for Air Duct Cleaning in Atlanta, GA
| Service | Typical range in Atlanta |
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| Air duct cleaning (whole system) | $300 - $550 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $120 - $220 |
| Evaporator coil cleaning | $180 - $350 |
| Blower cleaning | $150 - $280 |
| Full HVAC system cleaning | $350 - $650 |
| Mold treatment | $400 - $800 |
| Bacteria sanitizing | $250 - $450 |
| UV light installation | $350 - $600 per unit |
| Duct repair & sealing (per section) | $200 - $450 |
| Air purifier installation | $400 - $900 |
Prices increase when we find collapsed flex duct requiring partial replacement, or when systems have been modified with multiple plenum additions that complicate access. Every price is written and agreed before work starts, per Haven Standard Clause 1 - no exceptions.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Atlanta
Our Atlanta crews work intown and across the metro, with scheduling coordinated from our local office. Typical appointment windows are morning or afternoon, Monday through Saturday.
- Grant Park
- Virginia-Highland
- Candler Park
- Decatur
- Midtown
- Buckhead
Service Area - Cities Near Atlanta
We serve the full Atlanta metro, including Smyrna, GA to the northwest, Mableton, GA to the west, Marietta, GA in Cobb County, and Decatur, GA to the east. Crews are dispatched from our Atlanta office, and all calls are answered by a live person.
Serving Atlanta, GA - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Atlanta 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 Atlanta
No permit is required for standard residential duct cleaning or HVAC maintenance in Atlanta. Duct repair or modification that alters the building envelope may require inspection in some municipalities - we handle permit research as part of any repair scope and include it in your written price.
We typically schedule within 3-5 business days for standard cleaning, and within 24-48 hours for mold treatment or other urgent air quality concerns. All calls are answered live, and we confirm your appointment window in writing.
Yes - we carry general liability and workers’ compensation certificates that satisfy most Atlanta-area HOA requirements, and we provide documentation on request before the appointment date. Technicians arrive in uniform and identified by name.
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 Atlanta Customers Say
"The before and after photographs of each run are the reason I used them. You cannot argue with what came out of the return."
- Marguerite O."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.