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 Florida City
Air duct cleaning in Florida City typically runs $350 – $650 for a full residential system, with most jobs completed in one visit. We’re Hollis Air Duct Cleaning, part of the Garrison Partners family, and our crews serve Florida City from our Miami office. We’ve worked on homes from the older blocks near SW 344th Street to newer builds closer to the Turnpike, and we know the difference between ducts that need a thorough cleaning and ducts that have been compromised by floodwater and need replacement. If you’re smelling musty air from your vents or dealing with post-storm moisture, call us at (361) 326-5060 for a free estimate with a written price before any work starts.
Why Hollis Air Duct Cleaning Is Florida City’s Preferred Air Duct Cleaning Company
We’ve been in business since 2004, and our Air Duct Cleaning team has handled the specific challenges that come with Florida City’s location at the edge of the Everglades. Our technicians are background-checked and uniformed, and they arrive inside the quoted window, price the job in writing before touching equipment, and leave the site clean. That’s The Garrison Standard.
Every job carries our 365-Day Done Right Promise: if the work fails within a year, we return and make it right at no charge, including a free second visit. No negotiation, no runaround.
Phones are answered by a live person 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You’ll never hit a voicemail loop or wait until Monday for a callback.
Our Florida City customers get the same professional-grade equipment we use on commercial jobs: Rotobrush rotary brush systems, Nikro negative-air machines, and filtration products from Honeywell and Aprilaire. We explain what each tool does and why it matters for your specific system.
Vent Cleaning in Florida City
Vent Cleaning in Florida City means more than brushing off register covers. The supply and return vents in this area collect salt particulates from Biscayne Bay, organic debris from the Everglades, and agricultural dust from nearby fields. A proper vent cleaning removes buildup from the grille, the boot, and the first several feet of duct run behind it.
Most Florida City homeowners need vent cleaning when they notice reduced airflow from specific rooms, visible dust puffing from registers when the AC cycles on, or a persistent odor that air fresheners won’t touch. A typical vent cleaning in Florida City runs $120 – $220 per system when done as part of a full cleaning, or $180 – $320 as a standalone service for a standard single-family home.
Supply Vent Deep Cleaning
Supply vents push conditioned air into your rooms, so any contamination here spreads directly into your living space. We use rotary brushes and HEPA-contained vacuums to agitate and extract buildup without releasing it into the home. In Florida City’s humid climate, we often find supply vents with a thin film of microbial growth where condensation collects on the grille edges.
Return Vent Restoration
Return vents pull air back to the handler, making them the entry point for everything floating in your home. They’re typically dirtier than supply vents. In agricultural zones around Florida City, we’ve pulled return vent covers clogged with fine soil and organic matter that standard dusting never reaches.
Air Duct Repair in Florida City
Air Duct Repair in Florida City addresses the damage that humidity, age, and storm exposure inflict on duct systems. Much of the housing stock here dates from the 1950s through the 1980s, with original galvanized or flex duct that corrodes, separates at joints, or collapses after years of condensation cycling. Repair work ranges from sealing disconnected runs with mastic and mechanical fasteners to replacing entire sections of compromised duct board.
Homeowners typically need air duct repair when they feel weak airflow, notice rooms that won’t cool evenly, or find their energy bills climbing without explanation. A typical air duct repair in Florida City runs $280 – $550 for localized fixes like resealing a plenum or replacing a damaged flex run, while more extensive replacement of multiple runs or a corroded galvanized trunk line can reach $800 – $1,400.
Moisture-Damaged Flex Replacement
Flex duct absorbs water like a sponge. Once the inner liner has been wet, it delaminates and becomes a mold habitat. We cut out saturated sections, install new insulated flex with proper supports and sealed collars, and verify with a camera that the connection to the trunk is sound.
Galvanized Trunk Restoration
Older Florida City homes with original galvanized steel trunks often have rusted seams and separated joints. We can seal accessible sections with duct mastic and reinforcement mesh, but when corrosion has thinned the metal or created holes, replacement with modern duct board or sheet metal is the only lasting fix.
Trusted Brands We Service in Florida City
We stock parts and filtration products from Honeywell, Aprilaire, and Abatement Technologies for Florida City customers, which means faster turnaround and no waiting on special orders for common components. Our Nikro negative-air machines and Rotobrush rotary systems are the same tools commercial crews use in hospitals and schools, not hardware-store attachments. When we recommend a filtration upgrade or a specific antimicrobial treatment, we explain exactly what the product does, what it costs, and why it applies to your situation. No brand gets pushed unless it solves a problem we’ve documented in your system.
Common Air Duct Cleaning Problems We See in Florida City Homes
- Post-storm moisture intrusion in low-lying neighborhoods. After heavy summer rains, ducts in homes near the Everglades often pull humid, musty air from crawl spaces. The swampy odor lingers because standard dust removal doesn’t address microbial growth inside the duct liner. Antimicrobial treatment and moisture control are required.
- Original galvanized ducts from the 1960s – 1980s with internal rust and scale. These older systems shed rust particles into the airflow and develop pinhole leaks that waste cooled air into attics or wall cavities. Cleaning helps, but severely corroded sections need replacement.
- Agricultural contaminant loading from nearby fields. Pesticide and fertilizer residues enter homes through open windows, door traffic, and intake vents, then accumulate in ductwork. This residue combines with Florida City’s high humidity to create a sticky film that traps additional debris.
- Rental and seasonal properties with deferred maintenance. Many Florida City homes are rented or used seasonally, so duct cleaning gets postponed until occupants complain of odors or respiratory irritation. By then, microbial colonies are established and require more intensive remediation.
Pricing for Air Duct Cleaning in Florida City, FL
A typical residential air duct cleaning in Florida City runs $350 – $650 for a full system, depending on the number of supply and return vents, the accessibility of the main trunk lines, and whether the home has a single or multiple HVAC zones. Commercial duct cleaning for small retail or office spaces in Florida City typically starts around $800 and scales with square footage and system complexity.
Several factors push costs toward the higher end: homes with original galvanized duct that requires careful handling, systems needing antimicrobial treatment after moisture exposure, and jobs requiring camera inspection or access panel installation. We give you one flat price per system, agreed in writing before any work starts. No per-vent add-ons, no equipment fees that appear at the door. Call (361) 326-5060 for an exact quote. Estimates are free.
We Also Serve Cities Near Florida City
Our crews travel throughout South Florida for scheduled duct cleaning and repair work. We regularly serve Jacksonville, Miami, Tampa, and Orlando, with dispatch and scheduling coordinated from our Miami office. Whether you’re in Florida City proper or in a surrounding community, the same written pricing and 365-Day Done Right Promise apply.
Serving Florida City, FL - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Florida City 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 Florida City
It depends on whether the duct material was submerged and how long moisture was retained. If flex duct or duct board was underwater and shows retained moisture, microbial growth, or delamination, cleaning without replacement spreads mold spores through the system. We use camera inspection and moisture meters to document the difference, and we provide before/after photo logs with moisture readings that insurers accept. Call (361) 326-5060 for an assessment.
The odor comes from humid, musty air pulled into ductwork from crawl spaces and low-lying areas near the Everglades. Standard cleaning removes dust but leaves the microbial source intact. We treat affected systems with antimicrobial agents and address moisture control to prevent recurrence. Call (361) 326-5060 if you’re smelling this after recent rains.
We photograph contamination before any work begins, record moisture readings at multiple points, and capture camera footage from inside the duct runs. Our written report specifies which sections were cleaned versus replaced, with the justification for each decision. This documentation package has been accepted by Florida City area insurers. Call (361) 326-5060 to schedule a documented inspection.
Yes, if the metal is structurally sound and the interior rust scale hasn’t created pinholes or severe corrosion. We inspect with cameras first. Light to moderate rust can be cleaned and sealed; heavily corroded sections need replacement with modern duct board or sheet metal. Call (361) 326-5060 for an evaluation of your specific system.
Yes. Pesticide and fertilizer residues are real contaminants in this area, and they enter duct systems through normal air exchange. The residue combines with humidity to create a sticky film that standard dusting won’t remove. Our cleaning process includes agitation and extraction methods that address this buildup, not just surface debris. Call (361) 326-5060 if you’ve noticed unusual odors or residue around your registers.
Ready to get your Florida City home’s ducts squared away? Call Hollis Air Duct Cleaning at (361) 326-5060 for a free estimate with a written price before any work starts. Every job is backed by our 365-Day Done Right Promise.
Written by Roy Castellanos, Owner at Hollis Air Duct Cleaning, serving Florida City as part of the Garrison Partners family since 2004.




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