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.
Fast, Reliable Air Duct Cleaning Across Arlington
Air duct cleaning in Arlington typically runs $350 – $650 for a full residential system, with most jobs completed in a single visit. We’re Hollis Air Duct Cleaning, and our crews work Arlington regularly, from the established ranch homes along Matlock Road to the newer subdivisions near the Viridian. Scheduling and dispatch are coordinated from our Washington, DC office, which keeps our response times tight for Arlington homeowners, usually booking within a few business days. Call (361) 326-5060 for a free, written estimate with no per-vent gimmicks.
Arlington’s housing tells a story that matters for ductwork. Those 1960s-70s ranches in Southwest Arlington and the 1980s subdivisions near Pantego carry decades of accumulated dust, pollen, and in many cases, deteriorating flex duct in attics that hit 140°F through July and August. We’ve cleaned ducts in homes where the original fiberglass liner had begun breaking down, sending particles into living rooms every time the AC cycled on. That combination of aging stock and brutal attic heat is why Arlington isn’t a generic market for us, it’s a place where we expect to find specific problems and come prepared to fix them.
Why Hollis Air Duct Cleaning Is Arlington’s Preferred Air Duct Cleaning Company
We’ve been in business since 2004 as part of the Garrison Partners family, and that track record matters in a market where fly-by-night duct cleaners run coupon specials then disappear. Our Air Duct Cleaning in Arlington work is backed by the 365-Day Done Right Promise in writing on every job. If something we cleaned or sealed fails within a year, we come back and make it right at no charge, including a free second visit if needed.
Our technicians are background-checked and uniformed, and they arrive inside the quoted window, not sometime between 8 and 5. The price is written down before any work starts, and it does not move at the door. That’s The Garrison Standard, and it applies to every Arlington home we enter, whether it’s a 1972 ranch off Sublett Road or a newer build in the Entertainment District.
Phones are answered by a live person 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. No voicemail loops, no callback queues, no waiting until Monday to get on the schedule.
Air Duct Repair in Arlington
Air Duct Repair in Arlington often starts with a homeowner noticing weak airflow in one room, a musty smell when the system kicks on, or an energy bill that climbed without explanation. In this market, the culprit is frequently crushed or disconnected flex duct in the attic, damaged by years of heat cycling, rodent activity, or original installation that didn’t account for how Arlington’s summer attic temperatures degrade plastic and fiberglass materials. We inspect with a video camera first, show you what we found, and give you a written price before any repair begins.
A typical repair in Arlington runs $200 – $500 for sectional replacement or reconnection, with full duct replacement in a ranch-style home ranging $1,500 – $3,500 depending on system size and accessibility. Homes near Lake Arlington and the river corridors see more humidity-related deterioration, so we factor that into our assessment.
Flex Duct Replacement
Arlington’s 1960s-1980s housing stock relies heavily on flex duct, and after twenty to forty years, the inner liner breaks down. We replace with new insulated flex or upgrade to rigid ductwork where it makes sense, sealed with mastic, not tape that fails in attic heat.
Leak Sealing and Reconnection
Disconnected ducts blow conditioned air into your attic, not your bedroom. We find the breach, reconnect properly, and test airflow before we leave. Every repair is covered by our 365-Day Done Right Promise.
Ductwork Cleaning in Arlington
Ductwork Cleaning in Arlington removes the accumulated debris that circulates through your home every time the HVAC runs, pollen from oak and ragweed season, dust mites, mold spores, and the fine particulate that settles in ducts during our humid summers. We use a rotary brush system from Rotobrush paired with negative-air extraction from Nikro to agitate and remove buildup without pushing it deeper into the system. The process takes two to four hours for a typical Arlington ranch or split-level, and we show you before-and-after photos of your own ducts, not stock images.
Most Arlington homeowners schedule cleaning every three to five years, though homes with pets, recent renovation, or residents with allergies may need it more often. We also recommend pairing this service with Dryer Vent Cleaning in Arlington for complete system safety and efficiency.
Supply and Return Cleaning
Supply ducts push conditioned air to your rooms; returns pull it back. Both sides need attention, and both get it. We clean register to main trunk, not just what you can see from the floor.
Video Inspection Before and After
You see what we see. Our camera runs the full length of accessible ductwork, documenting condition before work and verifying results after. No guesswork, no “trust us” handoffs.
Trusted Brands We Service in Arlington
Our equipment roster includes Rotobrush rotary brush systems, Nikro negative-air machines, and filtration products from Honeywell, Aprilaire, and Abatement Technologies. These are the same tools commercial crews use in hospitals and schools, not hardware-store vacuums with a longer hose. For Arlington homeowners, that means we can handle the full range of local HVAC configurations, from original 1970s systems still running in Interlochen to modern variable-speed units in newer construction. We stock common fittings and sealing materials for faster turnaround, and when a job calls for Duct Sealing in Arlington, we apply mastic and aerosol sealant methods appropriate to the duct material and condition.
Common Air Duct Cleaning Problems We See in Arlington Homes
- Heat-damaged flex duct in attics. Arlington’s summer attic temperatures regularly exceed 140°F, accelerating the breakdown of plastic and fiberglass duct liners. We find crumbling inner cores in homes throughout Southwest Arlington and Pantego, where original 1970s ductwork has reached end of life.
- Mold growth from humidity. Our humid subtropical climate keeps attic and crawl space moisture high for months. Ducts with poor insulation or air leaks develop condensation, then mold. We treat affected sections and recommend sealing to prevent recurrence.
- Rodent damage in older ranch homes. Squirrels and rats access attics through construction gaps common in 1960s-80s builds, chewing ductwork for nesting material. We repair the damage and can recommend exclusion work to stop repeat intrusions.
- Allergen overload during spring pollen season. Oak, grass, and ragweed pollen counts spike in Arlington from March through May. Ducts that haven’t been cleaned in years recirculate this material, aggravating allergies for residents in neighborhoods from Dalworthington Gardens to the heart of the city.
Pricing for Air Duct Cleaning in Arlington, VA
Here’s what honest pricing looks like for Arlington’s market:
| Service | Typical Range |
|---|---|
| Full residential duct cleaning (single system) | $350 – $650 |
| Commercial duct cleaning (per system) | $800 – $2,500 |
| Video inspection only | $150 – $250 |
| Air duct repair (sectional) | $200 – $500 |
| Full flex duct replacement (ranch home) | $1,500 – $3,500 |
Your actual price depends on system size, duct accessibility, and condition, not on how many vents we count. We give one flat price per system, agreed in writing before work starts. No per-vent add-ons, no “surprise, you need this too” at the door. Call (361) 326-5060 for a free estimate, and we’ll quote your specific Arlington home with no obligation.
We Also Serve Cities Near Arlington
Our crews work throughout the metro area, including Alexandria, Leesburg, Richmond, and Virginia Beach. Scheduling is coordinated from our Washington, DC office for efficient routing across the region.
Serving Arlington, VA - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Arlington 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 Arlington
We typically book Arlington appointments within two to five business days, depending on season. Spring pollen season and pre-summer AC prep fill fastest. Call (361) 326-5060 to check current availability, estimates are free.
Yes. We work throughout Arlington, from the established ranch homes in Southwest Arlington and Interlochen to newer subdivisions near the Viridian and Pantego. Our crews know the local housing stock and the duct problems each era tends to produce.
We handle urgent duct repairs, such as complete disconnections or AC failures traced to duct blockage, as quickly as scheduling allows. Phones are answered live 24/7 to assess urgency and get you on the calendar. Call (361) 326-5060 to describe your situation.
Arlington duct cleaning costs align closely with the broader DFW metro, typically $350 – $650 for residential systems. Some outlying areas with newer construction may run slightly lower due to simpler duct layouts; Arlington’s older, more complex stock can push toward the higher end. We quote your specific home before any work begins.
Every Hollis job in Arlington is covered in writing for a full year. If our cleaning, repair, or sealing fails within 365 days, we return and make it right at no charge, including a free second visit if needed. The promise is on your invoice, not just a verbal assurance. Call (361) 326-5060 with any concern during that year.
Written by Roy Castellanos, Owner at Hollis Air Duct Cleaning, serving Arlington since 2004 as part of the Garrison Partners family.




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