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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Air duct cleaning in Fort Lewis runs between $350 and $650 for a typical single-system home, with most jobs completed in one visit and priced in writing before we start. What makes Fort Lewis different from nearby Tacoma or Seattle is the housing tied to Joint Base Lewis-McChord: military families facing move-out inspections, older galvanized ductwork in 1940s-era buildings, and the constant Pacific Northwest moisture that breeds mold in crawlspace runs. We’re Hollis Air Duct Cleaning, part of the Garrison Partners family, and we dispatch to Fort Lewis from our Seattle office. If you need a crew that shows up uniformed, documents the work with before-and-after photos, and puts the price on paper first, call us at (361) 326-5060.
Why Fort Lewis Homes Are Different
Fort Lewis sits in the rain shadow of the Olympic Mountains, but “rain shadow” here still means 40-plus inches of annual precipitation and humidity that rarely drops below 70 percent from October through May. That moisture collects in unconditioned crawlspaces, condenses on metal ductwork, and feeds the musty odors that military families report during move-in inspections.
The housing stock splits sharply by era. The old Fort Lewis core still contains 1920s-1940s duplexes and barracks-style units with original galvanized steel ducts, often rusted at the seams and packed with decades of dust. Move outward toward DuPont and Lakewood and you’ll find 1950s-1970s ranch homes with flexible plastic ducting slung through damp crawlspaces, sagging at the low points where debris and water pool. Newer townhomes may have modern PVC or insulated flex, but they’re still ventilated through the same wet soil.
Joint Base Lewis-McChord adds another layer. On-base housing contractors issue strict move-out checklists that explicitly flag HVAC cleanliness. We’ve learned to photograph every register, main trunk, and return before we start, then again after, so tenants have dated documentation for their housing office. Off-base landlords in Lakewood and DuPont have started asking for the same.
Our Main Fort Lewis Services
Most calls we get from Fort Lewis fall into three categories: full system cleaning for move-outs or allergy relief, dryer vent clearing for safety and efficiency, and duct sealing for homes that heat unevenly or bleed conditioned air into crawlspaces. Each has its own page with detailed pricing and process.
Air Duct Cleaning in Fort Lewis
We clean the full supply and return network with a Rotobrush rotary brush system and negative-air containment from Nikro machines. In Fort Lewis, that usually means pulling flexible ducting from crawlspaces to clean the sagging low points where Pacific Northwest moisture traps debris, then resealing with mastic. We photograph every stage for JBLM move-out packets. Air Duct Cleaning in Fort Lewis covers full pricing and what happens during the visit.
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Fort Lewis
Lint buildup in dryer vents is a fire hazard anywhere, but in Fort Lewis the problem worsens in winter when families run dryers harder and vent terminations sit low to the ground where driving rain can back up into the duct. We use rotary brushes and high-velocity air to clear the full run from appliance to termination, then test airflow with a manometer. Dryer Vent Cleaning in Fort Lewis has the details.
Duct Sealing in Fort Lewis
Older galvanized and flex duct in Fort Lewis homes leaks at joints, seams, and rusted pinholes, dumping heated air into crawlspaces and pulling musty air back inside. We seal accessible ductwork with mastic and metal-backed tape, then pressure-test to verify the improvement. Homes with crawlspace moisture see the biggest gain. Duct Sealing in Fort Lewis explains the process and pricing.
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 in Fort Lewis
We stock parts and filtration products from Aprilaire, Abatement Technologies, and Guardsman, and we carry Rotobrush and Nikro equipment on every Fort Lewis truck. Most filter replacements and basic repairs happen same visit. See our brands for the full roster.
Pricing for Air Duct Cleaning Company in Fort Lewis, WA
| Service | Typical range in Fort Lewis |
|---|---|
| Whole-home air duct cleaning (single HVAC system) | $350 – $650 |
| Additional HVAC system (dual-zone homes) | $200 – $350 |
| Dryer vent cleaning (standard through-wall run) | $120 – $220 |
| Dryer vent cleaning (long run or roof termination) | $180 – $280 |
| Duct sealing (accessible ductwork, single system) | $400 – $800 |
| Duct sealing with Aeroseal (whole-system injection) | $1,200 – $2,500 |
| Mold inhibitor treatment (after cleaning) | $75 – $150 |
| Register and grille deep cleaning (per unit, add-on) | $15 – $25 |
| UV light installation (in-duct sanitization) | $250 – $450 |
| HVAC filter upgrade (Aprilaire or Guardsman media) | $45 – $125 |
Three factors push Fort Lewis jobs toward the high end: crawlspace access difficulty in older homes, galvanized duct that needs more aggressive brushing, and the extra documentation (photos, written verification) required for JBLM move-out inspections. Whatever your situation, we write the price down before any work starts. That number does not change at the door.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Fort Lewis
We run trucks to all Fort Lewis-area neighborhoods from our Seattle dispatch office, typically arriving inside a two-hour window. These are the areas we see most often:
- Old Fort Lewis historic housing (1920s-1940s duplexes and barracks-style units)
- DuPont (newer townhomes and 2000s-era family housing)
- Lakewood (1950s-1970s ranch homes with crawlspace duct runs)
- Tillicum (mid-century homes near American Lake)
- North Fort Lewis off-base rentals along Interstate 5 corridor
Service Area – Cities Near Fort Lewis
Our crews cover the full South Sound corridor. Beyond Fort Lewis itself, we regularly dispatch to Seattle, WA, Tacoma, WA, Spokane, WA, and Vancouver, WA. Scheduling is coordinated from our Seattle office, with local Fort Lewis crews handling the on-site work.
Serving Fort Lewis, WA - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Fort Lewis 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 Company in Fort Lewis
No permit is required for standard residential duct cleaning or dryer vent clearing in Fort Lewis or Pierce County. Duct sealing that involves modifying the HVAC plenum or adding new return air pathways may need a mechanical permit; we flag this during our free estimate and handle the paperwork if it applies.
We photograph every register, main trunk line, and return grille before and after cleaning, then provide a dated written verification of service. Military tenants submit this packet to their housing office. We’ve completed hundreds of these for Fort Lewis families; the documentation format is standardized and accepted by JBLM contractors.
Yes, our technicians carry the identification required for base access. We schedule JBLM jobs with extra lead time to clear security, and we confirm the service member or sponsor’s contact information before dispatch. Call (361) 326-5060 to arrange a Fort Lewis on-base appointment.
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 Fort Lewis Customers Say
"No sales pitch. Told me which parts of the system were fine and only cleaned what needed it."
- Ted L."They checked each section with a camera and showed me the dust before and after. Thorough and honest."
- Nicole H."Duct sealing along with the cleaning cut our summer bill. Straight talk and fair price."
- Gwen O.