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 Redmond, WA
Dryer vent cleaning in Redmond typically costs $139-$289 and should be scheduled every 12-24 months, more often if your laundry room is on an upper floor or the vent run exceeds 15 feet. What makes Redmond jobs different is the housing stock: most single-family homes here were built between the mid-1980s and late 1990s, and their flexible ductwork is now at or past its 25-year service life. Combined with the Sammamish River valley’s damp marine air and heavy cedar, alder, and Douglas fir pollen load, that aging ductwork degrades faster here than in drier Eastside cities. Call (806) 606-6902 and we’ll give you a written price before any work starts.
Why Redmond Homes Are Different
Redmond’s residential boom happened fast. From the late 1980s through the late 1990s, Microsoft’s hiring surge pushed builders to put up thousands of single-family homes in Education Hill, Bear Creek, and Overlake, and most of those homes got economy-grade flexible ductwork. That flex duct is now 25-35 years old, and we routinely find the mylar inner liner separating from its outer jacket and bunching up inside the run. That alone can restrict airflow by 30-50% before any debris is even factored in.
The climate compounds it. Redmond sits in the Sammamish River valley, surrounded by dense evergreen forest. Western red cedar, red alder, and Douglas fir shed heavily for months each year, and the ambient humidity is among the highest on the Eastside. When moisture-laden, spore-rich air meets a small leak in aging flex duct, mold colonization happens quickly. Duct cleaning in Redmond isn’t a cosmetic service; it’s often the first step in finding out whether the ductwork itself needs repair or replacement.
Our Main Redmond Services
Redmond homeowners call us most often about two things: air duct cleaning and HVAC cleaning. Each has its own dedicated page with full pricing and FAQ detail.
Air Duct Cleaning in Redmond
Whole-system air duct cleaning in Redmond runs $499-$1,250 depending on home size and the number of duct runs. The camera work that precedes every CleanRun job matters here, because aging flex duct in this area often hides liner separation that standard cleaning can’t fix. We photograph every run before and after so you can see what was actually inside. Details are on the Air Duct Cleaning in Redmond page.
HVAC Cleaning in Redmond
HVAC cleaning in Redmond focuses on the blower, coils, plenum, and return drop, and typical pricing is $349-$899. In homes built during the 1990s build-out, those components have often never been opened since installation. The moisture in Redmond’s air means coil surfaces here hold more biological growth than you’d see in Issaquah or Renton. Full pricing and scope are on the HVAC Cleaning in Redmond page.
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.
BeforeAfterDryer Vent Cleaning in Redmond
Dryer vent cleaning in Redmond typically costs $139-$289, and the reason it matters more here than in most Eastside suburbs is simple: upper-floor laundry rooms and long vent runs are the norm in 1990s two-story homes, and lint builds faster in Redmond’s damp air. When the vent is restricted, the dryer runs longer, the exhaust stays wetter, and the risk of lint ignition rises. We document every vent run before and after with the camera, and you get a written price before the crew opens a single panel. Our Dryer Vent Cleaning service starts with a camera inspection, not a coupon price.
Dryer Vent Inspection
Signs you need it
Clothes take longer than 45 minutes to dry, the dryer feels hot to the touch, or you can’t remember the last time anyone looked inside the vent run.
What it costs in Redmond
A standalone dryer vent inspection in Redmond runs $49-$99 when booked with a cleaning, and the camera footage is included in your job record.
How we do it
We run a camera from the dryer connection through to the exterior termination, photographing the full run and documenting all elbows, transitions, and restrictions.
Vent Cleaning
Signs you need it
Lint accumulates around the dryer or on the exterior vent flap, or the dryer shuts off mid-cycle on its own thermal limit.
What it costs in Redmond
Full dryer vent cleaning in Redmond is $139-$289 depending on run length, accessibility, and the number of elbows.
How we do it
We use a professional negative-pressure extraction tool that pulls lint backward through the run while a rotating brush scrubs the interior walls, then we photograph the result.
Lint Removal
Signs you need it
Visible lint is packed around the dryer drum, blocking the blower housing, or the exhaust airflow at the exterior vent is weak.
What it costs in Redmond
Lint removal from the dryer interior and blower housing is $99-$199, typically combined with vent cleaning on Redmond jobs.
How we do it
We open the dryer cabinet, clear lint from the blower and housing using manufacturer-specified methods, and verify airflow with an anemometer reading at the termination.
What Dryer Vent Cleaning Costs in Redmond
| Item | Typical range in Redmond |
|---|---|
| Dryer vent inspection | $49-$99 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $139-$289 |
| Lint removal (dryer interior) | $99-$199 |
How often should a dryer vent be cleaned in Redmond?
Every 12-24 months for most Redmond homes. Upper-floor laundry rooms and vent runs longer than 15 feet should be on the 12-month schedule. The damp air here makes lint clump and stick to duct walls faster than in drier climates. Call (806) 606-6902 and we’ll give you an exact written price.
Why does my dryer vent clog so fast in Redmond?
Redmond’s high ambient humidity keeps lint damp and adhesive inside the vent run. Combined with long vertical runs in two-story 1990s homes, moist lint adheres to the walls at elbows and transitions, restricting airflow quickly. A camera inspection documents exactly where the restriction is.
Duct Repair & Sealing in Redmond
Duct repair and sealing in Redmond typically costs $250-$1,750 depending on the number of failing sections and whether the ductwork is accessible from the attic or crawlspace. The homes that dominate this market, built fast in the 1980s and 1990s to meet Microsoft-driven demand, are now hitting the point where flex duct liners are actively separating from their jackets. That failure mode requires repair or replacement, not just cleaning. Our Duct Repair & Sealing service starts with a camera inspection of the entire distribution system so you can see exactly which runs need work.
Duct Sealing
Signs you need it
Rooms that never reach the thermostat setting, higher-than-expected utility bills, or visible duct tape peeling at joints in the attic.
What it costs in Redmond
Whole-system duct sealing in Redmond averages $400-$1,200 depending on the number of joints, collars, and takeoffs that need mastic or Aeroseal treatment.
How we do it
We locate leaks with a pressure test or visual camera pass, then seal joints and seams with mastic or injected sealant and verify the improvement with before-and-after airflow readings.
Flex Duct Repair
Signs you need it
Reduced airflow from specific registers, drooping or kinked flex runs visible in the attic, or the camera shows liner separation inside the duct.
What it costs in Redmond
Individual flex duct section replacement in Redmond runs $250-$650 per run, with whole-home replacement scaling to $1,200-$1,750 when multiple runs have failed.
How we do it
We cut out the collapsed or separated section, install a new R-6 or R-8 flex run sized to the original design, and connect it at both collars with mastic and proper tension bands.
What Duct Repair & Sealing Costs in Redmond
| Item | Typical range in Redmond |
|---|---|
| Whole-system duct sealing | $400-$1,200 |
| Individual flex duct section replacement | $250-$650 |
| Whole-home flex duct replacement | $1,200-$1,750 |
Why do ducts fail so often in Redmond homes?
Redmond’s 1980s and 1990s housing stock used economy-grade flex duct, and 25-35 years later the inner liners are separating from the outer jackets in large numbers. Add the valley’s persistent humidity and the failure rate climbs. A camera inspection is the only way to see it. Call (806) 606-6902 for a written price.
Can you seal my ducts without replacing them?
Yes, when the liner is intact and the problem is leaky joints and takeoffs. Mastic sealing at accessible joints can correct a significant portion of air loss. When the liner itself is separating, replacement is required; sealing will not restore the collapsed cross-section.
Air Quality & Sanitizing in Redmond
Air quality and sanitizing work in Redmond typically runs $299-$1,200 depending on the treatment type and the size of the system. Redmond’s position in the Sammamish River valley, surrounded by cedar, alder, and Douglas fir forest, means the outdoor air entering these homes carries a heavy pollen and spore load for months each year. When that air meets aging flex duct with even minor condensation, the inside of the ductwork becomes a biological growth surface. Our Air Quality & Sanitizing service addresses the interior surfaces of the duct system with products registered for HVAC use, applied only after the ductwork has been cleaned and photographed.
Mold Treatment
Signs you need it
Visible mold growth inside the ducts or on the registers, a persistent musty odor from the supply vents, or a confirmed mold test in a home with damp duct conditions.
What it costs in Redmond
Mold treatment for duct interiors in Redmond runs $450-$900 for most single-family systems, with the exact scope determined by the camera inspection.
How we do it
We clean the duct surfaces to remove debris, then apply an EPA-registered antimicrobial designed for HVAC interiors, photographing the surfaces both before and after treatment.
Odor Removal
Signs you need it
Persistent odor from the vents that doesn’t clear after the system runs, especially in homes with pets, previous smokers, or a history of damp crawlspaces.
What it costs in Redmond
Duct-level odor removal in Redmond is $299-$600, commonly done alongside a full duct cleaning.
How we do it
We remove the source material from the duct surfaces, then use equipment from Abatement Technologies or a similar professional-grade line to neutralize the remaining odor at the source rather than masking it.
What Air Quality & Sanitizing Costs in Redmond
| Item | Typical range in Redmond |
|---|---|
| Duct interior mold treatment | $450-$900 |
| Duct-level odor removal | $299-$600 |
| UV light installation (coil-mounted) | $600-$1,200 |
What causes mold in Redmond ductwork?
Redmond’s high ambient humidity and the Sammamish River valley’s moisture, plus small leaks or condensation points in aging 1990s flex duct, create interior duct conditions where mold can colonize quickly. The camera inspection before any treatment shows whether the problem is biological growth, debris, or both. Call (806) 606-6902 for a written price.
Will sanitizing fix my allergies in Redmond?
Sanitizing treats the duct interior surfaces, and pollen and spore removal can reduce the allergen load circulating through the system. Cedar, alder, and Douglas fir pollen infiltrate intakes for months here. What it cannot do is replace a failed duct liner; that requires repair or replacement first.
Brands We Service in Redmond
We work on systems built around Honeywell, Aprilaire, and Guardsman components. Our trucks carry common replacement filters, UV bulbs, and sanitizing agents matched to those brands, and most Redmond jobs can be completed in a single visit. See our brands for the full equipment roster we use and service.
Pricing for Air Duct Cleaning in Redmond, WA
| Service | Typical range in Redmond |
|---|---|
| Dryer vent inspection | $49-$99 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $139-$289 |
| Dryer lint removal | $99-$199 |
| Whole-system duct sealing | $400-$1,200 |
| Individual flex duct section replacement | $250-$650 |
| Whole-home flex duct replacement | $1,200-$1,750 |
| Duct interior mold treatment | $450-$900 |
| Duct-level odor removal | $299-$600 |
| UV light installation | $600-$1,200 |
| Air duct cleaning (whole system) | $499-$1,250 |
| HVAC cleaning | $349-$899 |
What pushes pricing up in Redmond is attic access, long vertical runs in two-story homes, and the liner separation that often turns a cleaning job into a repair job. Every CleanRun job gets a written price before work starts, so there are no surprises when the van arrives. A lower quoted price from a competitor? Bring it in and we’ll put our number next to it in writing, free.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Redmond
We work throughout the Redmond area, including the neighborhoods where the ductwork is oldest and the job is hardest. Most Redmond service calls can be scheduled within 5-7 business days.
- Education Hill
- Bear Creek
- Overlake
- Downtown Redmond
- North Redmond
Service Area - Cities Near Redmond
Our crews serve Redmond and the surrounding Eastside communities. If you live just outside Redmond, we likely cover you too. We also service Kirkland, WA, Bellevue, WA, Seattle, WA, and Renton, WA.
Serving Redmond, WA - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Redmond 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 Redmond
Most Redmond jobs are scheduled within 5-7 business days. Written price quotes are delivered before any work begins, so the scheduling call is about picking a date, not negotiating a price. Call (806) 606-6902 to get on the calendar.
For the duct interior itself, no. If your Redmond HOA governs exterior vents, dryer terminations, or roof penetrations, you may need approval before any exterior modification. Interior duct cleaning, sealing, and sanitizing are typically not restricted. We document everything, and the photo record can go to your HOA if questions come up.
Yes. We cover the entire Redmond area, including Education Hill, Bear Creek, Overlake, and the downtown core. Scheduling and dispatch are coordinated from the brand’s Seattle office, and Redmond crews are local to the Eastside. Call (806) 606-6902 and a live person will answer.
Call (806) 606-6902 for a free estimate on air duct cleaning in Redmond. We’ll give you a written price before any work starts, and you’ll get a documented photo record of every duct run when the job is done. That’s the CleanRun standard, and it’s been the standard since the first job in 2013.
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 Redmond 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."The dryer vent was almost completely blocked with lint. They showed me the photograph and I understood immediately why the dryer had been running twice."
- Lucia M.