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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Air duct cleaning in Pacifica runs $350 – $650 for a typical single-system home, with most jobs scheduled within a few business days. Pacifica’s fog belt and salt-laden marine air create a duct-cleaning problem found nowhere else in San Mateo County: the persistent damp drives mold, mildew, and corrosion inside duct systems, while wind-driven sand from the beaches pushes fine grit into outdoor air intakes and return vents. We’re Hollis Air Duct Cleaning, and our crews treat Pacifica jobs as much about sanitizing and corrosion inspection as standard dust removal. Call us at (361) 326-5060 for a free written estimate.
Why Pacifica Homes Are Different
Pacifica is one of the foggiest cities in the continental U.S., with cool, damp summers and persistent onshore flow that pushes moist, salt-laden air through duct systems year-round. This promotes mold and microbial growth inside ducts, especially in homes with leaky or unsealed returns, and ocean-driven humidity can rust galvanized and steel components faster than in inland cities like San Bruno or Millbrae.
The housing stock matters too. Pacifica is dominated by post-WWII tract homes built in the 1950s and 1960s across neighborhoods like Park Pacifica, Linda Mar, and Fairway Park, many with original or first-generation HVAC systems and shallow duct runs that collect coastal grime. The steep hillside lots mean some homes have split-level or multi-zone systems that complicate access. After a winter storm cycle, technicians in Linda Mar and Rockaway often find wind-blown beach sand and salt residue clogging exterior intake grilles and coating the first few feet of return ductwork, a pattern that repeats every rainy season and requires more than a standard vacuuming.
Our Main Pacifica Services
Pacifica homeowners call us for three jobs that address distinct coastal problems. Each has its own page with full details.
Air Duct Cleaning in Pacifica
Our rotary brush system scrubs the interior of supply and return lines while a Nikro negative-air machine pulls loosened debris out of the home entirely, not just redistributes it. In Pacifica, we pay special attention to sanitizing after the mechanical cleaning, because fog belt humidity leaves biofilm that standard vacuuming won’t touch. We inspect for salt corrosion at joints and seams, especially in homes near the water. Air Duct Cleaning in Pacifica
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Pacifica
Lint buildup is the leading cause of dryer fires nationwide, and Pacifica’s coastal moisture makes lint cling to vent walls more stubbornly than in drier climates. We run a rotary brush through the full vent length, from appliance to termination, and verify airflow with a meter. Homes in Fairway Park and the hillside zones often have longer vent runs through crawl spaces or attics that need extra attention. Dryer Vent Cleaning in Pacifica
Duct Sealing in Pacifica
Leaky ducts pull in garage fumes, crawl space moisture, and attic dust, but in Pacifica they also pull in fog-laden air that feeds mold growth. We seal accessible joints with mastic and apply aerosol sealant where manual reach is impossible. Sealed returns are especially critical here, because unsealed returns in a coastal climate act like straws for salt air. Duct Sealing in Pacifica
What happens when you call
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A real person answersNo phone trees - you reach a local pro.
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You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched.
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A background-checked tech heads outLicensed & insured, dispatched right away.
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You approve before work beginsNothing starts until you say go.
Brands We Service in Pacifica
We stock parts and filters for Honeywell, Aprilaire, and Abatement Technologies systems, with most common items on the truck so we don’t burn a day waiting for a run to the warehouse. For full brand coverage, see our brands.
Pricing for Air Duct Cleaning Company in Pacifica, CA
| Service | Typical range in Pacifica |
|---|---|
| Single-system air duct cleaning (up to 12 vents) | $350 – $550 |
| Single-system air duct cleaning (13 – 20 vents) | $450 – $650 |
| Multi-zone or split-level system cleaning | $550 – $850 |
| Sanitizing treatment after cleaning | $75 – $150 |
| Dryer vent cleaning (standard run) | $120 – $200 |
| Dryer vent cleaning (long run or rooftop termination) | $180 – $280 |
| Duct sealing (aerosol method, single system) | $1,200 – $2,000 |
| Duct sealing (manual mastic, accessible joints only) | $400 – $700 |
| Corrosion inspection with written report | $85 – $125 |
| Return grille cleaning and salt-debris removal | $60 – $100 |
Three things push Pacifica prices toward the higher end: multi-zone hillside systems that take longer to access, heavy sand and salt buildup requiring extra cleaning cycles, and corroded components that need careful handling. Whatever your situation, we write the price down before any work starts and it does not move at the door.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Pacifica
We schedule Pacifica jobs with routing that keeps drive time minimal, so most appointments fall within a two-hour arrival window. Crews are familiar with parking and access quirks from the coast highway to the hillside streets.
- Linda Mar
- Park Pacifica
- Fairway Park
- Rockaway Beach
- Sharp Park
Service Area – Cities Near Pacifica
Our San Francisco Bay Area office dispatches crews throughout the northern Peninsula. We also serve San Bruno, CA, South San Francisco, CA, Millbrae, CA, and Daly City, CA from the same regional hub.
Serving Pacifica, CA - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Pacifica 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 Company in Pacifica
No permit is required for standard residential duct cleaning or dryer vent cleaning in Pacifica. Duct sealing that involves modifying duct layout may need a building permit; we flag this during the estimate and can advise on the process. Call (361) 326-5060 if your project involves structural changes.
Most Pacifica appointments are available within three to five business days, with some flexibility for urgent situations like visible mold or a blocked dryer vent. We don’t promise same-day dispatch, but we do answer our phones live 24/7 and book the first slot that works for your calendar.
Yes. We’ve worked in Park Pacifica, Fairway Park, and other managed communities. We carry proof of insurance and background-check documentation for our technicians, which most Pacifica HOAs require for vendor entry. Let us know your HOA’s notice requirements when you call and we’ll coordinate timing.
What happens when you call
- 1A real person answersNo phone trees - talk to a local air duct cleaning pro.
- 2You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched. No surprises.
- 3We come out and measureLicensed & insured, at a time that suits you - the visit and the quote are both free.
- 4You get the price in writingLine-itemed, yours to keep, and nothing starts until you say go.
What Pacifica Customers Say
"Duct sealing along with the cleaning cut our summer bill. Straight talk and fair price."
- Gwen O."Sealed some leaking duct joints in the crawl space with mastic. Rooms that were always cold now get air."
- Ronald W."Dryer vent was packed with lint and took two hours to dry a load. Cleaned it out from the roof cap down. One cycle again."
- Paula Q.