When warm or cool air pushes through dusty ductwork, your family inhales more than comfort— they breathe in whatever is trapped inside the vents. That is why thousands of Southern California homeowners ask the same question every year: how much does it cost to clean ducts? CountBricks, the leader in voice-driven residential construction estimating, breaks down every cost factor so you never overpay or under-quote.
• Improves indoor air quality for allergy and asthma sufferers
• Protects new HVAC equipment installed during remodels
• Boosts system efficiency, lowering monthly energy bills
• Helps homeowners meet warranty maintenance requirements
Because these benefits touch health, comfort, and efficiency, the question of price is more than a number—it is a long-term investment in the home. CountBricks.com/services explains how our AI platform calculates that investment in seconds.
1. Home square footage and number of stories
2. Count of supply and return vents
3. Accessibility—crawl spaces, attic runs, or drop ceilings
4. Level of contamination (pet dander, construction debris, mold)
5. Regional labor rates and seasonal demand
6. Optional add-ons such as coil cleaning, sanitizer fogging, or new filters
By feeding those variables into CountBricks’ voice AI, contractors receive line-item pricing pulled from live regional cost databases—no more outdated charts.
Small condo or townhouse (up to 1,200 sq ft): $275 – $375
Average single-story home (1,200 – 2,000 sq ft): $350 – $550
Two-story or large custom residence (2,000 – 3,500 sq ft): $500 – $800
Luxury homes with multiple systems (3,500 sq ft+): $800 – $1,500+
These figures include setup, negative-pressure vacuuming, and vent-by-vent brushing. Exact totals fluctuate daily with material costs and crew availability—CountBricks updates both in real time.
1. Open the CountBricks mobile app or desktop dashboard.
2. Say, “Create a duct cleaning estimate for 2,400 square feet, 20 vents.”
3. AI pulls current Riverside labor and equipment rates.
4. Material allowances for access panels, registers, and HEPA filters auto-populate.
5. The system drafts a branded PDF quote, ready to email or e-sign.
Need blueprint data? Upload plans and let CountBricks’ AI takeoff tool count every vent cut-out before you arrive on-site.
• Severely clogged dryer vents often require a separate cleaning fee.
• Flexible duct replacement if tearing occurs during agitation.
• Mold remediation if lab tests confirm biological growth.
• Travel surcharges for remote mountain or desert properties.
CountBricks flags each potential add-on so your proposal stays transparent.
• After any major renovation that created drywall dust
• Every 3 – 5 years in average households
• Annually in homes with pets, smokers, or allergy sufferers
Seasonal timing matters: book in shoulder months (spring/fall) to secure better labor rates, a trick CountBricks automatically suggests inside your estimate summary.
• Ask your contractor to seal and test ducts post-cleaning for extra efficiency.
• Replace the HVAC filter immediately after service to protect fresh ducts.
• Combine coil cleaning with duct work to save on mobilization charges.
• Use CountBricks recurring maintenance schedules to lock future pricing.
• Verify the crew uses a negative-pressure vacuum rated at 5,000 CFM or higher.
• Voice-to-estimate speeds under 90 seconds
• Automated markup rules ensure consistent profit margins
• Instant conversion from estimate to invoice, complete with payment links
• Cloud-based files sync with field tablets, so technicians know the expected scope
Stop guessing how much it costs to clean ducts. Log in to CountBricks.com/consultation or start a free trial to experience the fastest way to quote and schedule residential duct cleaning today.
The Martinez family needed a complete duct cleaning after remodeling their 2,100 sq ft Riverside ranch. Local contractors were taking days to return handwritten quotes. One firm used CountBricks and won the job on the spot.
• Home size: 2,100 sq ft, single story
• Vents: 18 supply, 4 return
• Extras: UV light installation, MERV-13 filter upgrade
1. The technician opened the CountBricks app and spoke the project details.
2. AI cross-checked live labor rates and material costs within 15 seconds.
3. Optional UV light pricing surfaced automatically, giving the homeowner an upsell choice.
4. A branded PDF quote arrived in the client’s inbox before the walkthrough ended.
5. The homeowner e-signed, triggering an invoice that synced to accounting software.
• Quote time slashed from 30 minutes to under 3 minutes
• 14% higher average ticket thanks to automated add-on suggestions
• Zero pricing disputes—the homeowner saw every line item in real time
• Faster scheduling kept the crew busy during an otherwise slow week
• Speed wins bids: homeowners choose the contractor who answers “how much does it cost to clean ducts” first—and accurately.
• Transparency builds trust: detailed, AI-generated line items eliminate sticker shock.
• Scalability without stress: CountBricks handles calculations, freeing you to focus on service quality.
Explore similar victories in our project gallery at CountBricks.com/portfolio and see how voice-powered estimating can elevate your residential construction services today.
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