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 Dryer Vent Cleaning Across Lake Mary
Dryer vent cleaning in Lake Mary typically runs $150 – $275 for a standard single-family home, and most jobs are completed in under two hours. If your dryer takes two cycles to dry towels or the outside vent hood barely opens during a cycle, you’re past due. Call (361) 326-5060 for a free estimate.
We’ve been working in Lake Mary long enough to know the difference between a Heathrow estate built in 2015 and a downtown ranch from 1968. The problems we find are different, the duct materials are different, and the fixes are different. Our Dryer Vent Cleaning crews serve Lake Mary from our South Florida dispatch office, with scheduling coordinated to keep arrival windows tight and calls answered by a live person every time.
Why Hollis Air Duct Cleaning Is Lake Mary’s Preferred Dryer Vent Cleaning Company
Hollis Air Duct Cleaning, founded in 2004 as part of the Garrison Partners family, brings The Garrison Standard to every Lake Mary job: written price before work starts, background-checked uniformed technicians, and a 365-Day Done Right Promise backed in writing. If the work fails within a year, we return and make it right at no charge, including a free second visit.
Our technicians know Lake Mary’s split housing stock inside out. We’ve cleared crushed rigid metal elbows in original downtown homes and rerouted sagging flexible R-8 runs in Heathrow attics. That local knowledge means we diagnose the real problem instead of running a brush through a vent and calling it done.
Phones are answered by a live person 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. No voicemail loops. No callback queues. When you schedule in Lake Mary, we arrive inside the quoted window, price the job in writing before touching anything, and leave the site clean.
Dryer Vent Cleaning Company in Lake Mary
Dryer Vent Cleaning Company work in Lake Mary means more than pulling lint from a trap. We clean the full vent run from the back of your dryer to the exterior termination, using camera inspection to verify the path is clear and airflow is restored. A typical cleaning in Lake Mary runs $150 – $225 for a standard through-wall run, $200 – $275 if we need to access attic ductwork or reroute a crushed section. Most Lake Mary homeowners need this service every 12 – 18 months, though homes with long vent runs or heavy laundry loads may need it sooner.
Our crews use Rotobrush rotary brush systems and Nikro negative-air machines to agitate and extract lint without damaging ductwork. After cleaning, we pressure-test the run and show you before-and-after camera footage so you know the work was actually done.
When Lake Mary Homeowners Need Us
Call when your dryer takes two cycles, the laundry room feels humid, or you smell burning lint. In Lake Mary’s older downtown homes, we often find the real problem is a crushed or disconnected run hidden behind drywall. In Heathrow’s newer builds, it’s usually a sagging flexible duct in the attic restricting airflow.
What the Job Includes
We disconnect the dryer, clean the full vent run with rotary brushes and negative-air extraction, inspect with a camera, and reconnect everything sealed and tested. If we find damaged ductwork, we quote repairs in writing before proceeding. No surprises at the door.
Dryer Vent Inspection in Lake Mary
Dryer Vent Inspection in Lake Mary is where we find the problems that surface cleaning misses. Our techs feed a high-resolution camera through the full vent run to document crushed elbows, disconnected sections, lint buildup, and improper terminations. A standalone inspection runs $89 – $129 in Lake Mary, though we waive this fee if you proceed with cleaning or repairs the same day.
Inspections are especially critical here. Lake Mary’s hot, humid summers cause lint to clump and adhere to duct walls, which standard agitation can miss without camera verification. The high water table and frequent heavy rains keep indoor humidity elevated year-round, making thorough inspection and source removal essential.
Camera Verification
We record the full duct run and show you the footage. You’ll see exactly where lint is packed, where ducts are crushed, and whether the termination hood opens properly under airflow. No guessing.
Written Report and Quote
After inspection, you get a written report with photos, airflow readings, and a flat-price quote for any recommended work. The price does not move once you approve it.
Trusted Brands We Service in Lake Mary
Our equipment roster includes Rotobrush rotary brush systems, Nikro negative-air machines, and filtration products from Honeywell, Aprilaire, and Abatement Technologies. We stock common vent caps, bird guards, and transition hoses for Lake Mary customers, so most repairs don’t require a return trip. When we find a damaged section in a Heathrow home’s flexible R-8 run or need to replace a termination hood on an older downtown home, we typically have the parts on the van.
Common Dryer Vent Cleaning Problems We See in Lake Mary Homes
- Crushed rigid metal elbows in downtown ranches. Homes built in the 1950s-70s near Lake Mary’s original downtown often have original rigid metal ductwork with elbows flattened during decades of wall repairs or plumbing work. The dryer still runs, but airflow is strangled and lint packs behind the damage.
- Sagging flexible R-8 ducts in Heathrow attics. Newer luxury homes in planned communities like Heathrow use flexible insulated duct runs through unconditioned attics. After a few Florida summers, the heat softens the supports and the duct sags or kinks, restricting airflow and trapping lint in low spots.
- Lint clumping from high humidity. Lake Mary’s humid subtropical climate and elevated water table mean lint doesn’t stay fluffy and loose. It clumps, adheres to duct walls, and resists standard brushing without negative-air extraction and camera verification.
- Disconnected sections near exterior terminations. We’ve found multiple downtown Lake Mary homes where the duct has separated entirely near the wall exit, blowing hot, moist air into the wall cavity while the dryer works overtime. This is a mold risk and a fire hazard.
Pricing for Dryer Vent Cleaning in Lake Mary, FL
Here’s what dryer vent cleaning costs in Lake Mary’s market:
| Service | Price Range |
|---|---|
| Standard dryer vent cleaning (through-wall run, single story) | $150 – $225 |
| Dryer vent cleaning with attic access or extended run | $200 – $275 |
| Dryer vent inspection with camera | $89 – $129 |
| Vent rerouting or crushed section repair | $175 – $350 |
| Bird guard or vent cap replacement | $75 – $150 |
We charge one flat price per system, agreed in writing before work starts. No per-vent pricing, no add-ons at the door. Factors that affect cost: length of the vent run, number of stories, attic accessibility, and whether we find damage requiring repair. Every Lake Mary job includes before-and-after photos of your actual ducts, not stock images. Call (361) 326-5060 for an exact quote – estimates are free.
We Also Serve Cities Near Lake Mary
Our crews regularly work in Lake Mary and surrounding communities including Longwood, Sanford, Altamonte Springs, and Winter Springs. Same equipment, same written pricing, same 365-Day Done Right Promise. If you’re in a neighboring city and found this page, we cover your area too.
Serving Lake Mary, FL - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Lake Mary 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 Dryer Vent Cleaning in Lake Mary
Restricted airflow is almost always the cause, and in Lake Mary the restriction is usually hidden. In older downtown homes, we find crushed rigid metal elbows or disconnected sections behind walls. In Heathrow’s newer builds, flexible R-8 attic ducts sag and kink after summer heat exposure. Either way, the dryer can’t expel moist air efficiently, so clothes stay damp. A surface-level lint trap cleaning won’t fix it. Call (361) 326-5060 and we’ll camera-inspect the full run to find the actual blockage.
Every 12 months for Heathrow homes with attic duct runs. The flexible R-8 insulated ductwork in these newer builds is more prone to sagging and lint accumulation than rigid metal, especially after Florida’s intense summer heat cycles. Annual cleaning with camera inspection catches kinks before they become complete blockages. Call (361) 326-5060 to schedule.
Yes, and we do it regularly. Original rigid metal ductwork from the 1950s-70s is actually more durable than modern flexible materials, but decades of wall work, plumbing repairs, and settling can crush elbows or disconnect sections. We use camera inspection to locate damage, then reconnect, seal with proper mastic, and verify clear airflow. Repairs are quoted in writing before we start. Call (361) 326-5060 for an inspection.
A full camera inspection of the vent run from dryer to exterior termination, airflow pressure testing, and a written report with photos and recommendations. We service all Lake Mary planned communities including Heathrow, and we’re familiar with their specific duct configurations and HOA access requirements. The inspection fee is waived if you proceed with same-day cleaning or repairs. Call (361) 326-5060 to book.
Yes. The lint trap catches roughly 60% of lint; the rest passes into the vent run and accumulates over time. In Lake Mary’s humid climate, that lint clumps and adheres to duct walls, creating a genuine fire hazard and forcing your dryer to work harder. Cleaning the trap helps, but it doesn’t reach the hidden run. Call (361) 326-5060 for a free estimate – we’ll show you exactly what’s in your ducts.
Written by Roy Castellanos, Owner at Hollis Air Duct Cleaning, serving Lake Mary and surrounding communities since 2004.