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 Dryer Vent Cleaning for Schertz Homeowners
Dryer vent cleaning in Schertz typically costs $149-$289 for a standard single-family home and takes 60-90 minutes from arrival to photo documentation. CleanRun Air Duct Cleaning Schertz has performed this service in more than 52,000 homes since 2013, every one with a written price agreed before work started and a documented photo record delivered afterward. Call (830) 402-5110 for a free estimate with no obligation.
We’re based in Schertz and work under the H.A.V.E.N. Standard, which means Haven Standard Clause 1 applies to every call: a written price before any work starts, every time, with no exceptions. Our crews are background-checked, uniformed, and identified by name before they arrive. The equipment on our trucks includes Rotobrush and Nikro systems for vent cleaning, plus Guardsman caps and guards when replacement or protection is needed.
Schertz sits in the transition zone between the Hill Country and the coastal plain, which means our humidity swings from dry winter days to heavy summer moisture. That humidity affects how lint packs inside vent walls. In neighborhoods like The Crossvine and Pecan Grove, we’ve pulled out compacted lint masses that reduced airflow by more than 70 percent. The homeowner knew something was wrong because loads took two cycles. The camera showed the blockage before we said a word about what needed to happen next.
What Our Dryer Vent Cleaning Service Includes
Dryer Vent Inspection
A Dryer Vent Inspection is the documented assessment of your complete vent path from the back of the dryer to the exterior termination point, using a borescope camera to record conditions inside the duct walls. You need this when you’ve noticed longer dry times, when you’re buying or selling a home in Schertz, or when your vent hasn’t been opened in more than two years. CleanRun Air Duct Cleaning Schertz performs every inspection with a camera run through the full length of the vent, records still images at every elbow and transition, and delivers those images to you as part of the standard job record before any cleaning begins.
Vent Cleaning
Vent Cleaning is the mechanical removal of lint accumulation and debris from the interior surfaces of the dryer vent duct using negative-pressure extraction and rotary brush systems. You need this when inspection shows restricted airflow, when your dryer’s thermal cutoff has tripped, or as routine maintenance every 12-24 months depending on household size. Our crews use Rotobrush and Nikro equipment to dislodge packed lint from corrugated transition ducts and rigid metal venting alike, with the vacuum source positioned to capture debris at the point of release rather than pushing it deeper into the run.
Lint Removal
Lint removal addresses the specific accumulation of fibrous material that escapes the dryer’s lint trap and builds up on duct walls, particularly at elbows and in long horizontal runs. You need focused lint removal when you can see lint collecting at the exterior vent hood, when the dryer feels unusually hot to the touch during operation, or when you’ve found lint residue inside the dryer cabinet itself. In Schertz homes with vent runs longer than 25 feet, which is common in two-story builds in the West Creek and Willow Grove areas, we regularly find lint packed into the first elbow above the dryer and again at the termination point where moisture causes it to adhere.
Vent Rerouting
Vent rerouting is the redesign and reinstallation of the dryer vent path to eliminate excessive length, too many elbows, or unsafe materials like plastic flex duct or foil transition hose. You need rerouting when your current vent exceeds 35 feet equivalent length (each 90-degree elbow adds 5 feet), when the vent terminates in an attic or crawlspace, or when the path uses materials no longer permitted under current building codes. CleanRun Air Duct Cleaning Schertz measures the equivalent length of your existing run, calculates the optimal path using rigid metal duct where accessible, and provides a written scope with photography of the new installation.
Bird Guard Installation
Bird guard installation is the fitting of a protective screen or cage at the exterior vent termination to prevent nesting while maintaining proper airflow and exhaust temperature. You need this if you’ve found nesting material at your vent hood, if you’ve heard birds in the wall near the laundry area, or if your current cap is missing its screen entirely. We install Guardsman bird guards sized to the vent diameter, secured with proper fasteners rather than caulk alone, and we photograph the installation for your job record.
Vent Cap Replacement
Vent cap replacement is the removal of a damaged, corroded, or improperly functioning exterior termination hood and installation of a new unit with proper damper operation. You need this when the damper sticks open or closed, when the cap has been damaged by weather or impact, or when the existing cap allows backdraft of humid air into the duct. In Schertz, where spring storms and occasional hail are part of the climate, we replace caps that have lost their dampers or had their screens torn away. Every replacement is photographed before and after, with the new cap’s make and model noted in your written job record.
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 Dryer Vent Cleaning
We’ve serviced and cleaned vents connected to dryers from every major manufacturer sold in the Schertz market. For Whirlpool and Maytag units, which remain common in the homes built during the 2015-2020 construction boom in Schertz and Cibolo, we stock the specific transition duct configurations these models require and document the connection point in our photo record. Samsung and LG vent configurations, with their rear-offset designs and compact installation clearances, need particular attention to the first 18 inches of vent path; we’ve developed a standard measurement protocol for these units to ensure the transition duct doesn’t kink or compress when the dryer is pushed into position.
Whether you have a Speed Queen from a commercial-grade residential install, a Bosch compact unit, or any other make, we can inspect, clean, and document the vent path. Our equipment roster includes Rotobrush and Nikro systems that adapt to 4-inch, 6-inch, and reduced-diameter venting, and we carry Guardsman termination hardware to match what your home currently has or what code requires for an upgrade.
BeforeAfterSigns You Need Dryer Vent Cleaning Right Now
- Loads take longer than one cycle to dry. When a vent is partially blocked, moist air can’t exhaust efficiently, so the dryer’s moisture sensors keep the cycle running. In Schertz’s humid months, this symptom worsens because the air outside is already moisture-laden, making proper airflow even more critical.
- The dryer exterior or laundry room feels unusually hot. Restricted airflow causes the dryer to operate at higher internal temperatures, and that heat radiates through the cabinet and vent walls. We’ve measured vent surface temperatures above 140 degrees in homes near FM 3009 where lint had packed the termination elbow.
- You smell burning or scorched lint during operation. Lint is highly combustible, and when it accumulates near the dryer’s heating element or in a restricted vent, it can begin to char. This is not a normal odor and indicates immediate need for inspection and cleaning.
- Visible lint collects at the exterior vent hood. If lint is making it all the way to the termination point and still accumulating there, the vent’s interior has significantly more buildup. The exterior residue is what you can see; the camera will show what’s hidden in the walls.
- It’s been more than 24 months since the last cleaning. For a household of two to four people doing four to six loads weekly, this is the maintenance interval that prevents the cumulative buildup that leads to performance problems and fire risk. Homes near Schertz’s newer developments with longer vent runs may need annual service.
Our Dryer Vent Cleaning Process - Step by Step
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Written price agreement before work begins. Our technician arrives, identifies themselves by name, and inspects your vent path with a borescope camera. You’ll see the images on a tablet. We then provide a written price for the scope of work required. Haven Standard Clause 1: no work starts until you’ve approved the price in writing.
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Protective setup and airflow baseline. We place protective flooring at the work area, move the dryer with care for your flooring and walls, and measure the baseline airflow at the vent termination using an anemometer. This gives us a before number to compare against after cleaning.
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Mechanical cleaning with rotary brush and negative-pressure extraction. The Rotobrush or Nikro system, selected based on your vent material and configuration, is run through the full length of the duct. The brush dislodges lint from corrugated or smooth metal walls while the vacuum source, positioned at the vent termination or at a strategic access point, captures debris at the point of release.
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Camera verification and airflow confirmation. After cleaning, we run the borescope again to document the condition of the duct walls. We then measure airflow at the termination and record the improvement. Both the before-and-after images and the airflow readings become part of your documented photo record.
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Reassembly, final check, and job record delivery. The dryer is repositioned, the transition duct is inspected for integrity and replaced if needed, and the exterior cap is checked for proper damper operation. You receive your written job record, including the scope of work, before-and-after photography, airflow measurements, and the 365-Day Done Right Promise, before our technician leaves.
How Much Does Dryer Vent Cleaning Cost in Schertz?
A standard Dryer Vent Cleaning in Schertz runs $149-$189 for a single-story home with a vent path of 15 feet or less, using one or two elbows, accessed from a laundry room on an exterior wall. For two-story homes with longer vent runs, rooftop terminations, or multiple elbows, the range is typically $189-$289. Vent rerouting, when needed to replace unsafe materials or correct an excessive equivalent length, is quoted separately based on the materials and labor required, with prices starting around $340 for straightforward replacements.
Several factors affect where your job falls in these ranges. The equivalent length of the vent path, calculated as actual length plus 5 feet for each 90-degree elbow, determines the time and equipment needed. Rooftop terminations require ladder work and add time. The condition of the existing vent material matters: foil or plastic flex duct, which we encounter in some older Schertz homes and in DIY installations, must be replaced with rigid metal duct to meet current standards, and that replacement is quoted as additional scope. Bird guard or cap replacement, when needed, is priced based on the specific Guardsman hardware required.
To avoid overpaying, refuse any quote that won’t put the full price in writing before work starts. The bait-and-switch pattern in this industry is a low initial figure that becomes a much larger invoice once the crew is in your home. CleanRun Air Duct Cleaning Schertz operates under Haven Standard Clause 1: the price you approve in writing is the price you pay. No per-vent pricing, no add-on discoveries after the fact. If additional needs are found during inspection, they’re documented with photography and presented as a separate written scope for your approval.
Every estimate we provide is free and carries no obligation. If you have a written estimate from another provider, we offer a Free Second Opinion under the H.A.V.E.N. Standard: we’ll inspect your vent, document what we find, and put our written price next to theirs so you can compare scope, equipment, and deliverables directly.
Dryer Vent Cleaning Near Schertz - Our Service Area
CleanRun Air Duct Cleaning Schertz is based here and works throughout the I-35 corridor northeast of San Antonio. We regularly service homes in Cibolo, where the newer subdivisions often have longer vent runs to accommodate second-floor laundry rooms, and in Universal City, where the mix of housing ages means we see everything from original 1970s venting to current-code installations. Our service area also includes Selma, Converse, Live Oak, Windcrest, New Braunfels, Terrell Hills, Alamo Heights, San Antonio, and Seguin. Most Schertz appointments are scheduled within a few business days, with specific arrival windows confirmed when you book.
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 - Dryer Vent Cleaning in Schertz
Dryer vent cleaning is the mechanical removal of lint and debris from the complete exhaust path between your dryer and the exterior termination point, performed with rotary brushes and negative-pressure extraction systems. The service addresses the material that passes through the dryer’s lint trap and accumulates on duct walls over time, restricting airflow and creating fire risk. CleanRun Air Duct Cleaning Schertz documents the interior condition with a borescope camera before and after cleaning, and delivers those images to you as part of the standard job record. Call (830) 402-5110 for a free estimate.
A standard dryer vent cleaning takes 60-90 minutes from arrival to completion, including setup, inspection, cleaning, verification photography, and reassembly. Longer vent runs, rooftop terminations, or additional services like bird guard installation may extend this to two hours. We schedule specific arrival windows, not all-day waits, and our technician will call when en route. Call (830) 402-5110 to book a window that works for your schedule.
Dryer vent cleaning in Schertz costs $149-$289 depending on vent length, number of elbows, termination location, and the condition of existing materials - see our Dryer Vent Cleaning cost guide for details. A typical single-story exterior-wall laundry room falls at the lower end; two-story homes with longer runs or rooftop terminations fall at the higher end. Every price is written and approved by you before work begins under Haven Standard Clause 1. Call (830) 402-5110 for your specific estimate.
Yes, we inspect and clean vents connected to all major dryer brands including Samsung, LG, Whirlpool, Maytag, Speed Queen, Bosch, and others. The vent path is largely independent of dryer brand, though the transition duct configuration and clearance requirements vary; we stock adapters and transition hardware for common configurations. Call (830) 402-5110 to confirm specifics for your installation.
We do not market emergency dispatch for dryer vent cleaning because this is a scheduled maintenance service, not an urgent-response trade. However, if you’re experiencing a burning smell, repeated thermal cutoff trips, or other safety concern, call (830) 402-5110 and we’ll prioritize your inspection based on the described symptoms. All calls are answered by a live person, 24/7, who can assess urgency and schedule accordingly.
Every dryer vent cleaning is backed by the 365-Day Done Right Promise: if the work is not right, we make it right, documented in writing on every job record. This is not a policy subject to manager approval; it’s a written guarantee. Haven Standard Clause 4 covers the documentation and accountability standards that support this promise. If you experience recurring lint buildup or airflow problems within 365 days, we return to assess and correct at no additional charge. Call (830) 402-5110 with any concern.
Clear a path to the dryer and remove items stored on or immediately around it so our technician can move the unit safely. Ensure the dryer is cool and not in operation when we arrive. If you have pets, secure them in a separate area during the service. You do not need to clean the lint trap beforehand; we inspect it as part of assessing the overall system. After service, you’ll receive your documented photo record and written job summary before the technician departs. Call (830) 402-5110 to schedule.
Schedule Your Dryer Vent Cleaning Service in Schertz Today
Call (830) 402-5110 for a free, written estimate on dryer vent cleaning in Schertz. You’ll speak with a live person, 24/7, who can schedule your appointment and answer questions about the H.A.V.E.N. Standard, our equipment, or what to expect. Every job starts with a written price, includes a documented photo record, and is backed by the 365-Day Done Right Promise. No obligation until you approve the scope in writing.
Written by Tomas Reyes, Owner at CleanRun Duct Repair & Cleaning, serving Schertz since 2013.