Air duct cleaning for a typical single-system home usually takes a few hours, and you can stay home while it’s done. The exact time depends on the number of vents, the size of the home, how many HVAC systems it has and how much buildup is inside the ducts.
What affects how long it takes
- Number of supply and return vents: each one is opened and cleaned.
- Number of systems: two-story homes often have two air handlers.
- Amount of buildup: heavy dust, pet hair or construction debris takes longer.
- Access: attic ducts and tight closets take more setup.
- Add-ons: AC coil or dryer vent cleaning in the same visit adds time.
What happens during the visit
- We look at the system and the vents.
- We protect floors and the work area.
- We clean supply vents, return vents and the duct runs.
- We clean grilles and registers.
- We walk you through the before and after.
How to prepare
- Clear a path to each vent and to the air handler.
- Put pets in a separate room.
- Turn the thermostat off when we arrive, or let us do it.
See our air duct cleaning service, or add AC coil cleaning in the same visit. Prices are on our pricing page.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does air duct cleaning take?
Usually a few hours for a single-system home. Larger homes, multiple systems or heavy buildup take longer.
Can I stay home during duct cleaning?
Yes. Most people stay home. We protect floors and work room by room.
Do I need to turn off the AC?
Yes, the system is turned off while the ducts are cleaned and turned back on when we finish.
How much does air duct cleaning cost?
Air duct cleaning from The Ductors is $99, or $149 combined with dryer vent cleaning.
Book in Tampa Bay: call (656) 236-4254. We serve Hillsborough, Pinellas and Pasco counties plus Lakeland. See all service areas and current prices on our pricing page.
