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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AfterAir Duct Cleaning in Alamo Heights, TX
HVAC cleaning in Alamo Heights typically costs $350-$650 for a full system, with air quality and sanitizing services adding $200-$450 depending on scope. Most jobs are scheduled within 3-5 business days, with dispatch coordinated from our San Antonio office. Call (830) 402-5110 for a written estimate before any work begins.
Alamo Heights presents a distinct profile among San Antonio-area homes. Nearly every residence here was built between the 1920s and 1950s, meaning central air was retrofitted into attics and wall chases never designed for ductwork. San Antonio’s 8-9 month cooling season and the Ashe juniper pollen surge from December through February push these aging systems hard. At CleanRun, we document every duct run with before-and-after photos, quote one flat price per system in writing, and back every job with our 365-Day Done Right Promise.
Why Alamo Heights Homes Are Different
The housing stock here is unusually uniform in age and unusually challenging for HVAC. Craftsman, Tudor Revival, and Mediterranean-style homes with thick plaster walls dominate streets like Broadway and Contour Drive. Ducts were added decades after construction, often running through unconditioned attics where summer temperatures exceed 140°F. That heat degrades flex-duct insulation and mastic seals faster than in newer construction with conditioned attics.
Many 1930s-1950s homes use framed wall cavities or joist bays as return-air plenums rather than dedicated sheet metal returns. These structural voids become debris traps, harboring decades of accumulation that standard scopes miss. San Antonio’s humid subtropical climate compounds the issue, with extended AC run times maximizing dust and debris intake. The December-February cedar pollen season, driven by proximity to the Ashe juniper belt, turns leaky duct connections into distribution networks for one of the most intense allergenic events in the continental U.S.
Our Main Alamo Heights Services
Three services account for most calls from Alamo Heights homeowners. Each has its own dedicated page with full pricing and scope details.
Air Duct Cleaning in Alamo Heights
Full-system duct cleaning for Alamo Heights homes addresses the retrofit ductwork and cavity-return configurations common here. We photograph every run before and after, with negative-pressure extraction using Rotobrush and Nikro equipment. The flat price covers the complete system, not per-vent add-ons. Air Duct Cleaning in Alamo Heights has full details.
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Alamo Heights
Dryer vent blockages are a documented fire hazard, particularly in homes where original vent routing was modified during renovations. We inspect the full run from appliance to termination, clean with professional-grade tools, and verify airflow improvement with before-and-after measurement. Dryer Vent Cleaning in Alamo Heights covers pricing and scope.
Duct Repair & Sealing in Alamo Heights
Leaky ducts in unconditioned attics waste 20-30% of conditioned air in Alamo Heights homes by typical estimates. We seal accessible joints and connections with mastic and metal-backed tape, then pressure-test to verify results. Repairs include photo documentation of every location addressed. Duct Repair & Sealing in Alamo Heights has the full breakdown.
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.
BeforeAfterHVAC Cleaning in Alamo Heights
Full HVAC Cleaning in Alamo Heights targets the components that interact most directly with the city’s climate and this neighborhood’s retrofit systems. Evaporator coils in unconditioned attics operate under thermal stress unknown in modern construction, while blower assemblies accumulate debris accelerated by near-constant operation 8-9 months yearly. Our scope covers each major component with documented photo records, written pricing under Haven Standard Clause 1, and the 365-Day Done Right Promise.
Evaporator Coil Cleaning
Signs you need it
Ice formation on refrigerant lines, reduced airflow from registers, or AC running continuously without reaching setpoint.
What it costs in Alamo Heights
Evaporator coil cleaning typically runs $180-$320.
How we do it
We access the coil through the plenum, apply foaming cleaner, rinse with low-pressure water, and photograph the fin condition before and after.
Blower Cleaning
Signs you need it
Vibration or noise from the air handler, weak airflow despite normal fan speed, or dust puffing from registers at startup.
What it costs in Alamo Heights
Blower assembly cleaning typically runs $150-$280.
How we do it
We remove the blower wheel and housing, clean each blade and the motor compartment, balance the assembly, and document with photos.
What HVAC Cleaning Costs in Alamo Heights
| Item | Typical range in Alamo Heights |
|---|---|
| Evaporator coil cleaning | $180-$320 |
| Blower assembly cleaning | $150-$280 |
| Full HVAC cleaning (coil + blower + condenser) | $350-$650 |
How do I know the HVAC cleaning was actually done?
Every component is photographed before and after, with images delivered as part of the standard job record under Haven Standard Clause 2. You see the debris on the coil and the clean fins, not a verbal report.
Why does my Alamo Heights AC struggle more than newer homes?
Retrofit ductwork in unconditioned attics faces 140°F+ temperatures that degrade efficiency; dirty coils and blowers compound the load. Cleaning restores capacity without equipment replacement. Call (830) 402-5110 for a written estimate.
Air Quality & Sanitizing in Alamo Heights
Air Quality & Sanitizing in Alamo Heights addresses the specific burden of Ashe juniper pollen infiltration through aging duct connections and the microbial growth risk from San Antonio’s humidity in unconditioned attic systems. For a health-conscious community in one of Texas’s most pollen-intense zones, documented treatment of the air distribution system matters. We apply EPA-registered products with written scope, photograph all treatment areas, and guarantee results under the 365-Day Done Right Promise.
Mold Treatment
Signs you need it
Musty odor at registers, visible discoloration inside duct runs, or respiratory symptoms that worsen when AC runs.
What it costs in Alamo Heights
Mold treatment typically runs $250-$450 per system.
How we do it
We apply an EPA-registered antimicrobial through the duct system, treat affected plenum surfaces, and verify with post-treatment photos.
UV Light Installation
Signs you need it
Recurring microbial growth after cleaning, persistent odors, or household members with immunocompromised conditions.
What it costs in Alamo Heights
UV light installation typically runs $300-$550 including unit and labor.
How we do it
We mount a Honeywell or Aprilaire UV-C lamp in the supply plenum, wire to the air handler circuit, and verify irradiance coverage.
What Air Quality & Sanitizing Costs in Alamo Heights
| Item | Typical range in Alamo Heights |
|---|---|
| Mold treatment | $250-$450 |
| Bacteria sanitizing | $200-$350 |
| UV light installation | $300-$550 |
Does UV light actually work in Alamo Heights’ humidity?
UV-C lamps inhibit microbial growth on coil and plenum surfaces when properly positioned and maintained; they supplement but do not replace source control and periodic cleaning. We specify lamp placement in writing before installation.
How often should sanitizing be repeated?
Homes with cavity-return plenums or significant pollen infiltration typically benefit from annual inspection, with treatment every 2-3 years or when symptoms recur. Call (830) 402-5110 to schedule a documented assessment.
Brands We Service in Alamo Heights
We clean and service systems with components from Rotobrush, Nikro, Honeywell, and Aprilaire, with parts stocked for common Alamo Heights configurations. Most repairs and installations complete in one scheduled visit. See our brands for the full roster.
Pricing for Air Duct Cleaning in Alamo Heights, TX
| Service | Typical range in Alamo Heights |
|---|---|
| Full air duct cleaning (per system) | $300-$550 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $120-$220 |
| Duct repair & sealing | $400-$900 |
| Evaporator coil cleaning | $180-$320 |
| Blower assembly cleaning | $150-$280 |
| Condenser cleaning | $100-$180 |
| Full HVAC cleaning | $350-$650 |
| Mold treatment | $250-$450 |
| Bacteria sanitizing | $200-$350 |
| Odor removal | $180-$320 |
| UV light installation | $300-$550 |
| Air purifier installation | $400-$800 |
Prices in Alamo Heights increase with system accessibility, the extent of cavity-return construction, and contamination severity. Every quote is one flat price per system, delivered in writing before work starts under Haven Standard Clause 1, with no per-vent add-ons or post-arrival adjustments.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Alamo Heights
We schedule Alamo Heights appointments with 3-5 business day lead time, with routing optimized for proximity to our San Antonio office. Crews are background-checked and uniformed under Haven Standard Clause 3.
- Olmos Park Terrace
- Terrace Hill
- Alamo Heights Historic District
- Lincoln Heights
- Bluebonnet Hills
Service Area - Cities Near Alamo Heights
CleanRun crews serve Alamo Heights and surrounding communities from our San Antonio office. We also schedule regularly in Schertz, TX, Cibolo, TX, Universal City, TX, and Selma, TX.
Serving Alamo Heights, TX - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Alamo Heights 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 Alamo Heights
No permit is required for standard duct cleaning or HVAC maintenance in Alamo Heights. Duct modifications or new installations may trigger city review; we note any permit requirement in the written scope if applicable.
Most Alamo Heights appointments are available within 3-5 business days. We do not maintain artificial urgency or limited-slot claims; scheduling is straightforward and confirmed in writing.
We provide written scope, proof of insurance, and technician identification on request for any HOA or property manager. Our documentation package is standard on every job.
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 Alamo Heights Customers Say
"Thorough job on the ducts and the dryer vent. Left the house clean and the paperwork was clear."
- Rafael I."They found a disconnected duct in the crawl space that had been dumping conditioned air under the house for years. Photographed it, quoted the repair, fixed it."
- Devon A."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.