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 San Marino runs $400 – $800 for a typical whole-home system, with most jobs scheduled within a week and completed in one day. We’re Hollis Air Duct Cleaning, part of the Garrison Partners family, and we’ve built our approach around what makes this city’s homes unlike any other in the San Gabriel Valley. San Marino’s architect-designed estates from the 1920s to 1960s carry original gravity and early forced-air systems that demand careful, restoration-minded work rather than rough handling. Call (361) 326-5060 for a free estimate.
Why San Marino Homes Are Different
San Marino’s housing stock is a preservation challenge. Most homes here were built between 1920 and 1970, many by prominent architects of the era, with original plaster walls, hardwood floors, and ductwork that may be wrapped in asbestos or lined with now-degraded materials. The large attics and raised foundations common on streets like Lorain Road and Huntington Drive mean our technicians navigate tight, irregular spaces where ducts have been disconnected or crushed by decades of remodels.
The Santa Ana winds push dust, pollen, and wildfire ash through outdoor air intakes year after year. After the 2020 Bobcat Fire, we found layers of ash in unlined attic ductwork that standard residential vacuums couldn’t touch. The city’s mild climate means HVAC systems run nearly year-round, so debris accumulates faster than in cities with true winter shutdowns. San Marino’s strict architectural review and preservation-minded homeowners also mean we often clean and seal original systems rather than replace them, a constraint rarely seen in neighboring Alhambra or San Gabriel.
Our Main San Marino Services
San Marino homeowners call us most often for these three jobs, each handled with equipment and techniques matched to older, architecturally sensitive homes.
Air Duct Cleaning in San Marino
Our rotary brush systems from Rotobrush and negative-air machines from Nikro loosen and extract decades of buildup from original galvanized or fiberboard ductwork without damaging fragile seams. In San Marino, we regularly encounter gravity systems with no filtration history and forced-air retrofits from the 1950s that were never properly sealed. Every job starts with a written price and ends with before-and-after photos of your own ducts. Air Duct Cleaning in San Marino
Dryer Vent Cleaning in San Marino
Dryer vent cleaning in San Marino often means longer runs through original construction, sometimes routed through walls or under raised foundations that complicate access. Lint accumulation in these older configurations is a genuine fire hazard, and we use rotary brush and high-velocity air tools to clear the full run, not just the accessible sections. We inspect the termination point and airflow before we leave. Dryer Vent Cleaning in San Marino
Duct Sealing in San Marino
Duct sealing in San Marino addresses the disconnected, crushed, and unsealed joints we find in attics and crawl spaces of homes that have seen multiple HVAC retrofits. We apply mastic sealant and mechanical fasteners to restore system pressure without tearing out original plaster or architectural details. For San Marino’s preservation requirements, this approach keeps historic fabric intact while cutting energy waste. Duct Sealing in San Marino
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 San Marino
We stock parts and filtration products from Honeywell, Aprilaire, and Guardsman, and we carry Rotobrush rotary brush systems and Nikro negative-air equipment on every San Marino truck. Most filter replacements and minor hardware needs are handled same visit. See our brands for the full roster.
Pricing for Air Duct Cleaning Company in San Marino, CA
| Service | Typical range in San Marino |
|---|---|
| Whole-home air duct cleaning (single system) | $400 – $800 |
| Whole-home air duct cleaning (dual-zone system) | $700 – $1,200 |
| Dryer vent cleaning (standard run) | $150 – $250 |
| Dryer vent cleaning (extended or concealed run) | $250 – $400 |
| Duct sealing (mastic, partial system) | $300 – $600 |
| Duct sealing (full system, including testing) | $800 – $1,500 |
| HVAC mold remediation (per system) | $500 – $1,200 |
| Filter upgrade and installation (Honeywell/Aprilaire) | $200 – $450 |
Prices in San Marino run toward the higher end when homes have original ductwork requiring hand-cleaning in tight attic spaces, or when we find asbestos-wrapped lines that need specialized handling. The price we write down before any work starts is the price you pay. No per-vent add-ons, no equipment fees that appear at the door.
Neighborhoods We Serve in San Marino
We schedule San Marino appointments with arrival windows that respect your time, dispatching from our Los Angeles office to reach any neighborhood in the city within standard metro response times.
- Huntington Library area
- Lacy Park vicinity
- Lorain Road estates
- Huntington Drive corridor
- Old Mill district
Service Area – Cities Near San Marino
Our crews work throughout the San Gabriel Valley and surrounding communities. We regularly schedule jobs in San Gabriel, CA, Alhambra, CA, Pasadena, MD, and South Pasadena, FL, with the same written pricing and 365-Day Done Right Promise on every call.
Serving San Marino, CA - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the San Marino 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 San Marino
Standard interior duct cleaning does not require a permit. If your home is in a historic district or governed by a strict HOA, notify us when booking and we’ll document our methods to satisfy any architectural review requirements. Call (361) 326-5060 and we’ll coordinate the details.
Most San Marino appointments are scheduled within 3 – 5 business days. We do not overbook, so our arrival windows are reliable. You’ll get a call when the technician is en route.
We cover the full city, from the estate properties near the Huntington Library to the ranch-style homes south of Huntington Drive. Our technicians are familiar with the access challenges of both original 1920s construction and mid-century builds. Call (361) 326-5060 to confirm your address and get a free estimate.
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 San Marino 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.