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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AfterFast, Reliable Air Duct Cleaning Across West Palm Beach
Air duct cleaning in West Palm Beach runs $350 – $650 for a typical single-family home, and most jobs are scheduled within a few business days. If you’re seeing dust plumes when the AC kicks on, catching musty odors from the registers, or noticing dark staining around ceiling vents after the last storm, your ductwork needs more than a surface wipe – it needs professional agitation, negative-air extraction, and a moisture assessment written into the scope.
We serve West Palm Beach from our Miami-area dispatch office, with crews that know the local housing stock: the 1920s Mediterranean Revivals in El Cid, the mid-century ranches north of Okeechobee Boulevard, and the high-rise towers along Flagler Drive. Each has its own duct problems, and we price every job in writing before touching a tool. Call (361) 326-5060 for a free estimate.
Why Hollis Air Duct Cleaning Is West Palm Beach’s Preferred Air Duct Cleaning Company
Hollis Air Duct Cleaning has been part of the Garrison Partners family since 2004. In West Palm Beach, that longevity matters because we’ve watched this market’s duct problems evolve: the shift from galvanized to flexible ductwork, the mold issues that followed the 2004 – 2005 hurricane seasons, and the ongoing struggle with oversized AC systems that short-cycle through our humid months.
Our technicians are background-checked, uniformed, and expected to operate under The Garrison Code: arrive inside the quoted window, price in writing, complete the job by the book, and leave the site clean. Every repair and cleaning 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.
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 schedule.
Air Duct Cleaning Services in West Palm Beach
Air Duct Cleaning Services in West Palm Beach start with understanding what you’re actually breathing. In this climate, dust is rarely the main problem. The subtropical humidity, combined with AC systems that cycle off before dehumidifying, creates condensation inside duct runs. That moisture feeds biological growth that a simple vacuum won’t touch. Our process includes camera inspection, rotary brush agitation with Rotobrush equipment, negative-air HEPA extraction using Nikro systems, antimicrobial treatment, and written moisture assessment.
Residential Duct Cleaning covers the full supply and return network in homes from Flamingo Park to the north-end mid-century subdivisions. We access each register, agitate the interior surfaces, and extract debris under controlled negative pressure so nothing escapes into your living space.
Commercial Duct Cleaning handles the larger systems in West Palm Beach office buildings, medical offices, and retail spaces. These jobs require higher-capacity Nikro negative-air machines and coordinated shutdown scheduling to minimize disruption.
Supply Duct Cleaning
Supply ducts carry conditioned air to your rooms. In West Palm Beach, we often find these partially blocked by collapsed flexible ductwork in newer homes or by rust scale and biological film in older galvanized systems. Camera inspection comes first. Then we match the agitation method to the duct material so we don’t damage what’s already fragile.
Return Duct Cleaning
Return ducts pull air back to the handler. They run at negative pressure, which means leaks draw in attic air – hot, humid, and loaded with particulates. In West Palm Beach attics, that air can hit 140 degrees in summer. We clean the return trunk and branches, then test for leakage and seal with mastic where needed.
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HVAC Duct Cleaning in West Palm Beach
HVAC Duct Cleaning in West Palm Beach means addressing the full mechanical ecosystem, not just the visible registers. Your air handler, evaporator coil, and condensate pan interact directly with the duct network. If the coil is fouled or the pan is overflowing, clean ducts won’t stay clean. Our full-system approach inspects and cleans these components as part of the scope, with pricing agreed in writing before work begins.
Full System Cleaning includes supply and return ducts, registers and grilles, air handler cabinet, evaporator coil, and condensate drainage. In West Palm Beach’s climate, the coil cleaning alone often improves airflow enough to notice on your next power bill.
Video Inspection gives you documented proof of what we found and what changed. We run a borescope through the ductwork before and after cleaning. In historic districts like El Cid, this step is non-negotiable – original galvanized ducts can be too deteriorated for aggressive cleaning without knowing exactly where the weak points are.
Duct Sealing and Repair
Cleaning without sealing is temporary work in West Palm Beach. The humid outside air leaks back in through gaps at joints and register boots. We seal accessible leaks with mastic and reconnect disconnected runs. In a 1948 El Cid bungalow, we found original galvanized supply and return ducts with three crushed runs and a disconnected register boot feeding the back bedroom, plus heavy condensation staining around the air handler. After camera inspection, negative pressure HEPA filtration, and Rotobrush agitation, we sealed the failed joints with mastic and reconnected the boot – static pressure dropped and the musty odor at the registers cleared within a day.
Mold and Moisture Remediation
When we find active biological growth, standard cleaning isn’t enough. We apply antimicrobial treatment registered for HVAC use and document moisture levels at multiple points. If your AC is oversized and short-cycling, we’ll note that in our report so your HVAC contractor can address the root cause.
Trusted Brands We Service in West Palm Beach
Our equipment roster includes Rotobrush rotary brush systems for mechanical agitation, Nikro negative-air machines for controlled debris extraction, and filtration products from Honeywell, Aprilaire, and Guardsman. We don’t use hardware-store vacuums with brush attachments. The Rotobrush and Nikro units we run are the same tools specified for commercial remediation jobs. For West Palm Beach homeowners, that means we can handle everything from routine maintenance to post-hurricane mold remediation without waiting on outside equipment. We stock common filtration and sealing supplies locally, so replacement pads, antimicrobial treatments, and mastic are on the truck when we arrive.
Common Air Duct Cleaning Problems We See in West Palm Beach Homes
- Oversized AC systems that short-cycle and never dehumidify. This is the core problem in West Palm Beach. The unit blasts cold air, satisfies the thermostat in ten minutes, and shuts off. The ducts stay wet between cycles. Biological growth follows. Cleaning without addressing the moisture cycle is a waste of money.
- Original galvanized ducts in El Cid and Flamingo Park homes, deteriorated and often crushed. These 1920s – 1950s systems weren’t designed for modern airflow. We find rust holes, disconnected boots, and runs flattened by decades of attic traffic. Camera inspection is mandatory before any agitation.
- Water intrusion after hurricanes and heavy summer storms. Roof leaks saturate attic insulation, which drips onto ductwork. Power outages let standing water stagnate in low points. We see this pattern repeatedly after tropical weather events.
- Flexible ductwork in newer homes, poorly supported and kinked. Gated communities and high-rises built since the 1980s often have flexible ducts that sag, crush at bends, or pull away from boots. The dark interior surface harbors mold if the outer vapor barrier is compromised.
Pricing for Air Duct Cleaning in West Palm Beach, FL
A typical residential air duct cleaning in West Palm Beach runs $350 – $650 for a complete supply-and-return system in a single-family home up to 2,500 square feet. Larger homes, commercial systems, or jobs requiring extensive duct sealing and repair range from $650 – $1,200. We do not price by the vent. One flat price per system, agreed in writing before work starts.
What moves the number: the number of air handlers, accessibility of ductwork (crawlspace vs. attic vs. conditioned chase), condition of the ducts (routine maintenance vs. post-hurricane remediation), and whether coil cleaning or antimicrobial treatment is needed. We show you the camera footage and explain exactly what’s included before you sign.
Every estimate is free. Call (361) 326-5060 to schedule.
We Also Serve Cities Near West Palm Beach
Our crews work throughout Palm Beach County and northern Broward. We regularly schedule Air Duct Cleaning in West Palm Beach alongside jobs in Palm Beach, Greenacres, North Palm Beach, and Palm Beach Gardens. If you’re in one of these neighboring communities, the same pricing structure and 365-Day Done Right Promise apply. Dispatch is coordinated from our Miami-area office, with local crews covering each territory.
Serving West Palm Beach, FL - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the West Palm Beach 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 West Palm Beach
The combination of year-round humidity and oversized AC systems that short-cycle before dehumidifying creates standing moisture inside ducts that inland homes rarely experience. In West Palm Beach, your system may satisfy the thermostat in minutes while leaving the air inside the ductwork at 70% relative humidity or higher. That’s why our Air Duct Cleaning protocol here includes antimicrobial treatment and moisture assessment as standard, not optional add-ons. Call (361) 326-5060 if you’re comparing notes with inland relatives and wondering why your vents smell different.
Yes. Historic homes in Flamingo Park and El Cid often have original galvanized steel ducts from the 1920s – 1950s that are rusted, crushed, or disconnected. These require camera inspection before any mechanical agitation, and the cleaning must be gentler to avoid breaking fragile joints. Newer high-rises and gated communities typically have flexible ductwork that can handle more aggressive rotary brushing but may have mold issues if the vapor barrier is compromised. The equipment and approach differ. We assess what you have before quoting.
Look for water stains on ceilings around air vents, musty odors when the system restarts, or visible debris blowing from registers after power returns. Check your attic access if it’s safe – saturated insulation above the ductwork is a clear indicator. Do not run the system if you smell sewage or suspect structural damage; call your insurer first. If you see condensation staining or detect mustiness, we’re the next call. We document storm-related damage for insurance purposes and can provide before-and-after photos of the duct interior. Call (361) 326-5060.
A complete job includes: camera inspection of the duct network; register and grille removal with hand cleaning; mechanical agitation of interior duct surfaces using rotary brush systems; negative-air HEPA extraction to capture dislodged debris; antimicrobial treatment where biological growth is present; air handler, coil, and condensate pan inspection and cleaning; moisture assessment with written documentation; and duct sealing with mastic at accessible leaks. Anything less is incomplete. We put the full scope in writing before starting.
Dirty ducts blow visible dust or debris, smell musty, or show dark staining around registers. AC problems typically manifest as inadequate cooling, frequent cycling, or ice on the coil. The two overlap: a dirty coil can smell musty and restrict airflow, while leaky ducts can make the AC run constantly without cooling properly. Our camera inspection separates the issues. If the ducts are clean but the coil is fouled, we’ll show you and adjust the scope. If the AC is oversized and short-cycling, we’ll note that in our report for your HVAC contractor. Call (361) 326-5060 for a free inspection and straight answer.
Written by Roy Castellanos, Owner at Hollis Air Duct Cleaning, serving West Palm Beach since 2004 as part of the Garrison Partners family.