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 Auburn
Air duct cleaning in Auburn typically runs $350 – $650 for a full residential system, and most jobs are scheduled within a few days of your call. We’re the Air Duct Cleaning crew that serves Auburn from our Seattle office, with technicians who know the difference between a Lea Hill mid-century ranch and a downtown mill-era home before they walk through the door. Call (361) 326-5060 for a free estimate.
Auburn sits in the Green River Valley, and that geography shapes what we find in local ductwork. Over 150 rainy days a year, occasional flooding, and decades of sawmill and aerospace manufacturing have left many homes with moisture issues inside their HVAC systems. We don’t just vacuum out dust. We look for mold, crushed runs, disconnected trunks, and the kind of buildup that only happens when galvanized ducts have been in place since the 1960s.
Why Hollis Air Duct Cleaning Is Auburn’s Preferred Air Duct Cleaning Company
We’ve been in business since 2004 as part of the Garrison Partners family, and our Air Duct Cleaning in Auburn work follows The Garrison Standard: arrive inside the quoted window, price in writing before any work starts, complete the job by the book, and leave the site clean. That standard matters in a market where bait-and-switch pricing is common.
Our technicians are background-checked and uniformed. You know who’s coming before they arrive. 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 for a scheduling question.
The 365-Day Done Right Promise covers every job in writing. If the work fails within a year, we return and make it right at no charge, including a free second visit. That’s not a slogan. It’s printed on every agreement.
We price by the system, not by the vent. The number you agree to before we start is the number on the invoice. No surprises at the door.
Air Duct Repair in Auburn
Air Duct Repair in Auburn often starts with a Duct Sealing - Auburn or cleaning job that reveals deeper problems. Original galvanized ducts in mill-era homes near downtown, crushed flex runs behind knee walls in Lea Hill ranches, and disconnected trunks in Lakeland Hills basements are what we find when we camera-inspect after source removal. Typical repair work in Auburn runs $200 – $500 for sealing and reconnection, and $800 – $1,800 when sections of galvanized or flex duct need replacement.
Sealing and Reconnection
Disconnected runs are common in Auburn’s older homes. We find them with video inspection, reconnect the trunk, and seal with mastic rated for HVAC use. Balanced airflow returns to rooms that have been starved for years.
Galvanized and Flex Replacement
When original ductwork is too corroded or pest-damaged to salvage, we replace sections with modern insulated flex or sheet metal. We use Abatement Technologies filtration during the work to protect your home from debris.
Ductwork Cleaning in Auburn
Ductwork Cleaning in Auburn means more than a vacuum pass. The Green River Valley’s wet soils and high indoor humidity create conditions we don’t see in drier markets. Mold, mildew, and bacterial growth inside crawlspace runs are standard findings here, especially after flood events. A full residential system cleaning in Auburn typically costs $350 – $650, with commercial systems starting around $800.
Source Removal and Sanitization
We use Rotobrush rotary brush systems and Nikro negative-air machines for source removal, the same equipment commercial crews use. After mechanical cleaning, we apply EPA-registered sanitizer where mold or mildew is present. The duct chase must be dry before sealing, or the problem returns.
Post-Flood Protocol
After Green River flooding, many Auburn homeowners discover their ductwork has become a breeding ground for mold. We clean, dry, sanitize, and seal. Skipping any step means the microbial growth rebounds when humidity climbs again.
Trusted Brands We Service in Auburn
Our equipment roster includes Rotobrush rotary brush systems, Nikro negative-air machines, and filtration products from Honeywell, Aprilaire, and Guardsman. We stock parts and filters for these brands so Auburn customers aren’t waiting on shipping. When we find a failed component during a cleaning or repair, we can often replace it same visit. Our technicians explain what each piece of equipment does and why we’re using it on your system. No jargon without translation.
Common Air Duct Cleaning Problems We See in Auburn Homes
- Mold rebound in crawlspace runs. Auburn’s 150-plus rainy days and Green River flooding leave crawlspace ducts damp. Cleaning without full drying, sanitizing, and sealing means mold returns within months.
- Crushed flex behind knee walls and finished basements. In Lea Hill ranches and Lakeland Hills homes, flex runs get compressed during renovations or settle over decades. Rooms stay cold or hot, and standard cleaning doesn’t fix the airflow problem.
- Pest intrusion in original galvanized ductwork. Downtown Auburn’s mill-era homes often have unlined galvanized ducts with gaps at seams. Rodents nest inside, and without camera inspection, the damage is missed entirely.
- Disconnected trunks feeding multiple registers. We find these with video inspection after source removal. Two bedrooms might be getting almost no conditioned air while the system runs overtime.
Pricing for Air Duct Cleaning in Auburn, WA
Residential duct cleaning in Auburn runs $350 – $650 for a full system, depending on the number of air handlers, duct material, and whether mold remediation or sanitization is needed. Commercial systems start at $800 and scale with square footage and HVAC complexity. Duct repairs range from $200 – $500 for sealing and reconnection to $800 – $1,800 when sections need replacement.
What moves the price: accessibility of ductwork, presence of mold or pest debris, number of disconnected or crushed runs found during inspection, and whether the air handler and blower motor need cleaning too. We give one flat price per system, agreed in writing before work starts. No per-vent pricing, no add-ons at the door. Call (361) 326-5060 for a free estimate.
We Also Serve Cities Near Auburn
Our crews work throughout the south Sound, including Auburn plus Federal Way, Pacific, Milton, and Kent. Scheduling is coordinated from our Seattle office, with local technicians dispatched to your area.
Serving Auburn, WA - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Auburn 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 Auburn
Floodwater and high humidity introduce mold spores and bacteria into crawlspace duct runs that standard drying doesn’t reach. We clean, dry, sanitize, and seal the system - including Dryer Vent Cleaning in Auburn when needed - to prevent rebound growth when humidity rises again. Call (361) 326-5060 for an inspection.
Most galvanized ducts can be cleaned with rotary brush and negative-air source removal if the metal is intact. We camera-inspect first. If seams are corroded through or pest damage is extensive, we’ll show you the footage and quote replacement by the section. Call (361) 326-5060 for a free estimate.
Decades of dust accumulation, construction debris, mold and mildew colonies, rodent droppings and nesting material, and the microbial growth that thrives in Auburn’s damp climate. We use HEPA filtration during the job so none of it resettles in your home. Call (361) 326-5060 to schedule.
Yes. The blower motor and evaporator coil are part of the airflow path. If they’re dirty, cleaned ducts just get recontaminated. We inspect and quote cleaning if needed. Call (361) 326-5060 for details.
Uneven temperatures between rooms, weak airflow at some registers, or a system that runs constantly without reaching setpoint are the usual signs. We confirm with video inspection during our cleaning process. Call (361) 326-5060 to book.
Written by Roy Castellanos, Owner at Hollis Air Duct Cleaning, serving Auburn since 2004.




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