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Should you get your air ducts cleaned?
3 minute read • Last update February 2025
Generally, air duct cleaning is not worth the money except for a few rare and extenuating circumstances, such as:
According to the EPA, duct cleaning services have never actually shown to prevent health problems. Additionally, studies do not demonstrate that dirty air ducts contribute to increased dust levels in homes. There’s also little evidence that cleaning your ducts will have an impact on the efficiency of your HVAC system or help reduce your electric bills.
So, is duct cleaning worth it? The answer is no (most of the time).
Be cautious of advertisements promoting low-cost whole-system specials. Deals like this often cover only the primary duct system, which means:
To ensure the services improve air quality significantly, it’s essential to request quotes only from the most reputable air duct cleaning companies in your area.
Most people rarely give air duct cleaning a second thought. However, even if they appear pretty clean on the outside, ducts can easily start collecting dust, debris, insects, mold, and even larger pests like rodents. Dirty ducts are not only a health risk; they can also clog up your vents. This makes your HVAC or forced air systems less efficient at heating and cooling your home.
Want to learn more about the pros and cons of duct cleaning and whether it’s a worthwhile investment? We’ll cover everything you need to know in this quick guide.
Air duct cleaning involves cleaning components of forced air heating and cooling systems. This includes supply and return air ducts, registers, grilles, and diffusers, heat exchangers and coils, condensate drain pans, fan motor and housing, and air handling unit housing. The process aims to improve system efficiency and air quality.
The specialized vacuum pulls air through the system, and various brushes, air whips, and compressed air nozzles are inserted into your ducts to remove unseen dirt and pollutants lurking on the interior surfaces. Once loosened, the debris is sucked through the vacuum system for safe removal.
It’s not recommended without specialized knowledge and experience. Because most HVAC solutions have a complex array of air ducts, cleaning is a job that should typically only be performed by a NADCA (National Air Duct Cleaners Association) trained professional.
The exact air duct cleaning cost varies based on several factors:
For a ballpark figure, the average cost of air duct cleaning typically ranges from $450 to $1,000, depending on the specifics of your system.
As we mentioned at the beginning of the article, it’s uncommon for a homeowner to need to schedule air duct cleaning services, but here are a few telltale signs that it’s time to look into professional duct cleaning services:
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