To give you a basic idea, residential air duct cleaning in Houston, TX, starts at around $775 and increases to about $1,000 per unit in the home. This price includes a thorough cleanse of the entire air handler and duct system from top to bottom.

Duct cleaning has never been shown to actually prevent health problems. Neither do studies conclusively demonstrate that particle (e.g., dust) levels in homes increase because of dirty air ducts. This is because much of the dirt in air ducts adheres to duct surfaces and does not necessarily enter the living space.

For residential properties, air duct cleaning costs typically range from $300 to $500. Commercial properties, due to their larger size and more complex HVAC systems, can expect to pay anywhere from $450 to $1,000 or more.

We recommend having your AC ducts cleaned yearly. Having regular cleaning can work as a preventative measure to reduce any costly maintenance bills and can also indicate any issues that could potentially lead to a breakdown of the AC unit itself.