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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Whole-home air duct cleaning in Upper Arlington typically runs $350 – $650 for a standard system, with older homes often landing higher due to decades of accumulated debris in original galvanized ductwork. We’re Hollis Air Duct Cleaning, and we’ve built our Upper Arlington work around a single reality: this is a 1920s-era suburb where most homes were built before 1960, many with ductwork that has never been professionally cleaned. Our crews arrive with Rotobrush rotary systems and Nikro negative-air machines, price every job in writing before touching a vent, and back it with our 365-Day Done Right Promise. Call (361) 326-5060 for a free estimate.
Why Upper Arlington Homes Are Different
Upper Arlington isn’t a new-construction market. It’s a landlocked, built-out suburb where the majority of homes predate 1960, and that changes everything about how we approach a job.
The housing stock here is distinctive: brick and frame two-story homes and Cape Cods from the 1920s through 1950s, plus ranches from the 1950s and 60s, now joined by occasional tear-down rebuilds. In neighborhoods like Old Arlington and near the OSU-area streets, we regularly open systems to find original 1940s – 50s galvanized steel ducts that have never been cleaned. They’re often packed with construction debris from the original build, plaster dust, sawdust, even dropped tools, not just household dust. Pre-1950 homes sometimes have asbestos-wrapped sections that require modified protocols. Newer infill homes with flex duct in conditioned attics need a completely different cleaning approach.
The climate adds its own layer. Upper Arlington’s humid continental pattern means cold, dry winters that drive forced-air heating through old ducts, accelerating static and dust buildup. Summer humidity can trigger mold and microbial growth in basement and crawlspace duct runs. Spring and fall transitions bring heavy pollen and leaf debris through open windows and outdoor intakes. And those mature oak and maple canopies that make the streets beautiful? Every October and November, they clog exterior intake vents and return grilles with litter that repeats annually.
The city’s strict property maintenance code and affluent, long-tenured homeowner base also matter. Upper Arlington residents expect documented work, before-and-after photos, and crews who respect the property. We price in writing, photograph every system, and leave the site clean. That’s The Garrison Standard, and it’s how we work in every Upper Arlington home.
Our Main Upper Arlington Services
Upper Arlington homeowners call us for three core services, each with its own local conditions and protocols.
Air Duct Cleaning in Upper Arlington
Our Air Duct Cleaning in Upper Arlington targets the full supply and return network, from main trunk lines to individual branch ducts. In Upper Arlington, this often means rotary brush agitation through decades of compacted debris in galvanized steel, followed by negative-air extraction. We adjust pressure for older small-gauge ductwork that can’t handle the same force as modern flex systems. Every job includes vent cover cleaning, register resealing, and photographic documentation.
Duct Sealing in Upper Arlington
Our Duct Sealing in Upper Arlington closes the leaks that waste conditioned air in unfinished basements and crawlspaces. Older galvanized systems in this market often have separated joints, failed tape, or corrosion holes. We apply mastic sealant and mechanical reinforcement where accessible, then test with a duct blaster to measure leakage reduction. In homes with basement duct runs, this often delivers the most visible comfort improvement per dollar.
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 Upper Arlington
We stock parts and filtration products from Honeywell, Aprilaire, and Guardsman, with cleaning equipment from Rotobrush and Nikro on every Upper Arlington truck. Most replacement components arrive within 24 hours through our Cleveland office coordination. See our brands for the full roster.
Pricing for Air Duct Cleaning Company in Upper Arlington, OH
| Service | Typical range in Upper Arlington |
|---|---|
| Standard whole-home air duct cleaning (1 system, up to 12 vents) | $350 – $650 |
| Older home surcharge (pre-1960, heavy debris) | $75 – $150 additional |
| Asbestos-wrapped duct modification protocol | $150 – $300 additional |
| Dryer vent cleaning (single-family, ground-to-roof) | $125 – $225 |
| Dryer vent cleaning with booster fan service | $200 – $325 |
| Duct sealing (whole system, accessible basement/crawlspace) | $400 – $800 |
| Duct sealing with duct blaster verification | $550 – $950 |
| Additional HVAC system (dual-zone homes) | $200 – $350 |
| Return duct deep cleaning (separate from supply) | $150 – $275 |
| Sanitizing/microbial treatment (post-cleaning) | $100 – $200 |
What pushes Upper Arlington prices toward the higher end: original galvanized ductwork with decades of compacted debris, asbestos-wrapped sections requiring modified protocols, and homes with more than 12 vents or multiple systems. What doesn’t move the price: we quote one flat price per system, agreed in writing before work starts. No per-vent add-ons, no equipment fees at the door.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Upper Arlington
We work across all of Upper Arlington’s established neighborhoods, from the original 1918 plat to postwar expansions. Most calls route through our Cleveland office with same-week scheduling available.
- Old Arlington
- River Ridge
- Lane Avenue / OSU-area streets
- Kingsdale
- South of Lane
Service Area – Cities Near Upper Arlington
Our crews serve Upper Arlington directly and coordinate neighboring work through our Cleveland office dispatch. We regularly schedule jobs in Columbus, OH to the east, Parma, OH to the northeast, and Lorain, OH to the north. We also maintain service capability in Cleveland, TX as part of the broader Garrison Partners network. Each location operates independently under The Garrison Standard.
Serving Upper Arlington, OH - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Upper Arlington 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 Upper Arlington
No permit is required for standard residential air duct cleaning in Upper Arlington. The city’s property maintenance code focuses on visible exterior conditions and structural standards, not interior HVAC maintenance. We document our work with before-and-after photos for your records, which satisfies most homeowner association review boards. Call (361) 326-5060 if your HOA has specific documentation requirements.
We typically schedule Upper Arlington appointments within 3 – 5 business days, with some flexibility for urgent situations like post-renovation cleaning or real estate transactions. Calls are answered by a live person 24/7, and our Cleveland office coordinates dispatch to avoid the voicemail loops common with smaller outfits. Call (361) 326-5060 to check current availability.
Yes, we clean ductwork in Upper Arlington condos and townhomes, though multi-unit buildings sometimes require coordination with property management for shared mechanical access. We carry our own portable power and HEPA containment, so we don’t need to tie into building systems. Individual unit pricing applies; shared trunk lines are quoted separately after inspection. Call (361) 326-5060 to discuss your building’s layout.
Ready to see what’s inside your ducts? Call Hollis Air Duct Cleaning at (361) 326-5060 for a free, written estimate. We’ll show up in the window we promised, price the work before we start, and stand behind it for a full year under our 365-Day Done Right Promise.
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 Upper Arlington Customers Say
"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."No sales pitch. Told me which parts of the system were fine and only cleaned what needed it."
- Ted L.