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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AfterTrusted Air Duct Cleaning for Schertz Homeowners
Air duct cleaning in Schertz typically costs $320-$680 for a complete residential system, and every CleanRun job starts with a written price before any work begins. We’ve served Schertz homeowners since 2013 with documented photo records of every duct run, every time. Call (830) 402-5110 for a free estimate with no obligation.
Schertz sits at the crossroads of I-35 and FM 3009, where limestone-heavy soil and seasonal pollen from the Texas Hill Country create a specific problem for ductwork. We’ve photographed 3-inch debris build-ups at plenum elbows in Schertz homes built during the 2015-2020 construction boom, particularly in neighborhoods like The Crossvine, Copper Ridge, and Schertz Valley. Those tight duct runs collect construction dust that standard HVAC filters never catch. Our crews use Rotobrush and Nikro negative-pressure extraction systems to remove what filters leave behind, and we show you the difference on camera before we pack up. Every job is backed by our 365-Day Done Right Promise, documented in writing under Haven Standard Clause 1.
What Our Air Duct Cleaning Service Includes
Residential Duct Cleaning
Residential Duct Cleaning covers the complete network of supply and return runs, registers, and the main trunk lines in single-family homes, townhomes, and duplexes in Schertz. Most homeowners in The Crossvine and Copper Ridge schedule this service when they notice dust settling on furniture within days of cleaning, or when family members experience unexplained allergy symptoms during peak cedar season. Our crew photographs every duct run before and after, delivers the photo record as a standard job document, and leaves a written scope of work with the final price you agreed to before we started.
Commercial Duct Cleaning
Commercial Duct Cleaning addresses the larger-scale HVAC systems found in Schertz office parks, retail spaces, medical clinics, and multi-tenant buildings along I-35 and FM 78. These systems move significantly more air volume than residential units, and debris accumulation in commercial plenums can restrict airflow enough to trigger automatic shutdowns or spike energy costs. We quote commercial jobs with a written site assessment, factor in after-hours scheduling to avoid disrupting your operations, and provide the same documented photo record included on every CleanRun visit since 2013.
Supply Duct Cleaning
Supply duct cleaning targets the runs that deliver conditioned air from your HVAC unit to each room, including the registers and boots where dust often collects in visible clumps. In Schertz homes with slab foundations common to the area, supply runs routed through concrete channels are particularly prone to moisture-related debris hardening. We use Rotobrush agitation combined with negative-pressure extraction to break loose and remove this material, then photograph the full length of each supply run to verify the result.
Return Duct Cleaning
Return Duct Cleaning focuses on the larger-diameter runs that pull air back to your HVAC system for reconditioning, including the return air grille and filter housing. These runs act as the primary collection point for airborne debris, and in Schertz’s pollen-heavy environment, return ducts in homes near open fields or construction zones can accumulate significant build-up in 18-24 months. Our crew inspects the return plenum with a video camera, documents the debris level, and cleans the full run before delivering before-and-after photos as part of your job record.
Full System Cleaning
Full System Cleaning encompasses every component of your duct network, both supply and return sides, plus the air handler cabinet, blower assembly, and evaporator coil if accessible. This is the service we recommend for Schertz homeowners who have never had their ducts cleaned, who are moving into a previously owned home, or who have completed recent remodeling that generated construction dust. The full system cleaning includes our complete equipment roster, written price agreed in advance, and the documented photo record of every accessible duct run delivered before our crew leaves.
Video Inspection
Video inspection uses a flexible borescope camera to record the interior condition of your ductwork without disassembling the system, providing visual evidence of debris levels, moisture damage, or disconnected joints. We offer this as a standalone service for Schertz homeowners who want to verify whether cleaning is actually needed, or as the first step of any cleaning job to establish a baseline. The video file becomes part of your documented job record, and if we find damage requiring repair rather than cleaning, we’ll show you exactly where and provide a written estimate for duct repair under our Free Second Opinion policy.
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.
Brands We Service for Air Duct Cleaning
We’ve cleaned ductwork connected to Honeywell whole-home air cleaners in Schertz’s newer subdivisions, including systems integrated with the Honeywell F100 and F300 media filters that require periodic duct maintenance to maintain rated airflow. Our crews understand the pressure-drop characteristics of these units and adjust our negative-pressure extraction accordingly to avoid filter bypass issues.
We’ve also serviced hundreds of systems with Aprilaire humidifiers and air purifiers installed on the return side, particularly in Schertz homes where hard water from the Edwards Aquifer creates mineral scale that migrates into ductwork. Whether you have Honeywell, Aprilaire, Guardsman, or any other make of HVAC accessory or central system, we can clean the connected ductwork and document the results. Our equipment roster includes Rotobrush and Nikro systems designed to work with all standard duct materials and configurations found in Schertz homes.
BeforeAfterSigns You Need Air Duct Cleaning Right Now
- Visible dust blowing from registers when the HVAC starts. This indicates debris has accumulated past the point where your filter can capture it, and the system’s initial airflow surge is dislodging material from the duct walls. In Schertz, we see this most often in homes within two miles of active construction or agricultural areas where outdoor dust load is elevated.
- Uneven heating or cooling between rooms on the same system. When one bedroom stays stuffy while another overcools, restricted airflow from debris build-up or a partially blocked duct run is often the cause. We’ve restored balanced airflow in Schertz homes by removing obstructions that reduced effective duct diameter by 30 percent or more.
- Allergy symptoms that worsen specifically when the HVAC runs. If sneezing, congestion, or eye irritation spikes within minutes of your system cycling on, the ductwork may be circulating accumulated pollen, pet dander, or dust mite debris. Schertz’s extended cedar and oak pollen seasons make this pattern particularly recognizable to local homeowners.
- Musty or stale odors that persist after changing the filter. Organic material trapped in ductwork, especially in returns near kitchens or bathrooms, can produce odors that bypass standard filtration. Our video inspection can locate the source, and our cleaning process removes the material causing it.
- It’s been more than three years since your last cleaning, and you have pets or recent construction. These factors accelerate debris accumulation beyond the typical 4-5 year maintenance interval. In Schertz’s fast-growing neighborhoods, we’ve found construction dust in ducts of homes less than two years old.
Our Air Duct Cleaning Process - Step by Step
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Written price agreement before work begins. Haven Standard Clause 1 requires that every customer receives a written price for the complete scope of work before any panel is removed or equipment is activated. Our technician inspects your system, identifies the number and configuration of duct runs, and presents a flat price per system with no per-vent add-ons. You approve it in writing, or we leave. No exceptions since 2013.
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Video inspection of accessible duct runs. We insert a borescope camera through register openings and access panels to record the pre-cleaning condition of your ductwork. This footage establishes the baseline for your documented photo record and allows us to identify any damage, disconnected joints, or moisture issues that require repair rather than cleaning.
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Negative-pressure extraction with mechanical agitation. Our crew seals registers and connects a Nikro high-powered vacuum to your main trunk line, creating negative pressure throughout the system. We then use Rotobrush contact cleaning devices to dislodge debris from duct walls, which is immediately captured by the vacuum rather than circulating into your home.
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Component cleaning and final verification. We clean registers, boots, and accessible air handler components, then re-inspect each duct run with the video camera to confirm debris removal. The after-cleaning footage is matched to the before footage for each run and included in your job documentation.
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Delivered documentation and written guarantee. You receive a complete job record including the written price, scope of work, before-and-after photo record of every duct run, and the 365-Day Done Right Promise. If any aspect of the work is not right, we make it right. This is a written guarantee, not a policy subject to manager approval.
How Much Does Air Duct Cleaning Cost in Schertz?
A typical residential full system cleaning in Schertz runs $320-$680 for homes with 8-16 duct runs, which covers most single-family properties in neighborhoods like The Crossvine, Copper Ridge, and Schertz Valley. Supply-only or return-only cleaning ranges from $180-$340. Commercial system cleaning starts at $850 and scales with square footage and system complexity. Video inspection as a standalone service is $120-$180, waived if you proceed with cleaning.
Several factors move the price within these ranges. Homes with flex duct in tight attic spaces take longer to access and clean properly. Systems with significant debris build-up require more agitation passes. Additional returns or supply branches beyond the standard count add scope. What does not affect our price: we do not charge per vent, we do not add trip fees for Schertz addresses, and we do not present a low initial figure that balloons once work starts.
The most reliable way to avoid overpaying is to demand a written scope with a flat system price before any work begins, and to verify that before-and-after documentation is included as a standard deliverable, not an upsell. The $79 coupon model common in this industry typically covers a brief vacuum of accessible registers, not full system cleaning with photo verification. Ask what equipment will be used, what ducts will be accessed, and what documentation you’ll receive. Then compare those specifics, not just the headline price.
Our free estimate includes a basic visual assessment, duct run count, and written price with no obligation to schedule. Call (830) 402-5110 for an exact quote for your Schertz home.
Air Duct Cleaning Near Schertz - Our Service Area
CleanRun crews are based to serve Schertz and the surrounding I-35 corridor communities without extended travel delays. We regularly schedule Air Duct Cleaning in Cibolo for homes in the Bluewood and Turnberry subdivisions, Air Duct Cleaning in Universal City near Randolph Air Force Base, and throughout Selma, Converse, Live Oak, Windcrest, New Braunfels, Terrell Hills, Alamo Heights, San Antonio, and Seguin. Most Schertz appointments are available within 3-5 business days of your call, with written confirmation sent by text and email including your technician’s name and arrival window.
Serving Schertz, TX - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Schertz area and know this community well. Use the map below to see our service coverage - if you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
Frequently Asked Questions - Air Duct Cleaning in Schertz
Air duct cleaning is the mechanical removal of accumulated dust, debris, pollen, pet dander, and other particulate matter from the interior surfaces of your HVAC ductwork, registers, and accessible components. Our process uses negative-pressure extraction combined with Rotobrush contact agitation to remove material that has settled on duct walls over months or years of system operation. We do not remove mold or remediate biological contamination; if our video inspection reveals such conditions, we provide a written referral to a certified remediation specialist.
Most residential full system cleanings in Schertz take 3-5 hours for homes with 8-16 duct runs, depending on accessibility and debris level. Supply-only or return-only jobs run 2-3 hours. Commercial properties require a site-specific estimate. We schedule arrival windows, not vague “morning or afternoon” blocks, and we call 30 minutes before arrival under Haven Standard Clause 2. Call (830) 402-5110 to check current availability for your address.
Complete residential cleaning in Schertz typically costs $320-$680, while the $79-$149 offers you see advertised generally cover register vacuuming only, not full duct runs. The wide quote range exists because some companies quote for a brief visit while others quote for complete system cleaning with documentation. Always ask for a written scope specifying which ducts will be accessed, what equipment will be used, and what proof of completion you’ll receive. Our written price under Haven Standard Clause 1 includes all of this before work starts.
Yes. We’ve cleaned ductwork connected to Honeywell, Aprilaire, Guardsman, and dozens of other HVAC brands and accessories common in Schertz homes. Our equipment and process are compatible with all standard duct materials and configurations. We do not service the brand’s proprietary components beyond cleaning the connected ductwork; for repairs to the unit itself, we provide a written referral to an appropriate specialist.
We do not advertise same-day or emergency duct cleaning because this is a scheduled maintenance service, not an urgent repair. If your HVAC system has failed completely or you have an active water leak in ductwork, we recommend contacting an HVAC repair contractor first. Once the immediate issue is resolved, we can schedule cleaning and provide our standard documented photo record. For non-urgent scheduling, most Schertz appointments are available within 3-5 business days.
Every job is backed by our 365-Day Done Right Promise: if the work is not right, we make it right, documented in writing on every invoice. This is not a manager-discretion policy but a written guarantee under the H.A.V.E.N. Standard. Additionally, Haven Standard Clause 1 guarantees the price you approved is the price you pay, with no post-work add-ons. If you have concerns within 365 days of service, call (830) 402-5110 and we will return to address them.
Clear a path to your HVAC unit, all registers, and the main return grille by moving furniture, toys, or storage items at least 3 feet away. Secure pets in a separate room, as the equipment noise can disturb them. You do not need to cover furniture or leave the premises; our negative-pressure system contains debris at the collection point. Our technician will confirm access and discuss any specific concerns before beginning work. Call (830) 402-5110 when you’re ready to schedule.
Schedule Your Air Duct Cleaning Service in Schertz Today
Call (830) 402-5110 to speak with a live person and receive a free, written estimate for your Schertz home. Every quote includes a flat system price agreed before work starts, background-checked uniformed technicians identified by name before arrival, and a documented photo record of every duct run delivered as a standard job document. The 365-Day Done Right Promise applies to every job, backed in writing. No per-vent pricing. No post-work surprises. Just documented results you can verify yourself.
Written by Tomas Reyes, Owner at CleanRun Duct Repair & Cleaning, serving Schertz since 2013.