Frequently Asked Questions - Air Duct Cleaning in Alpharetta, GA
We've been cleaning ducts across Alpharetta and north Fulton County since 2013. Here is what homeowners actually ask us before they book.
Pricing & Cost FAQs
Most whole-system cleanings in Alpharetta run between $400 and $800 for a typical single-family home. The range reflects square footage, system accessibility, and whether the home has a single HVAC unit or multiple zones. We quote one flat price per system in writing before anyone starts, under Haven Standard Clause 1. No per-vent add-ons, no "while we're in here" surprises. Call (678) 679-7540 for a free written estimate.
Low quotes usually mean a shop vac at one or two registers and a bill for work you cannot verify. The real cost of a full-system cleaning, truck-mounted negative air machine, rotary brush through every run, and photographic documentation of each line before and after, does not compress to $79. We have cleaned up after those jobs in neighborhoods like Windward and downtown Alpharetta. We publish our range because Clause 1 of the Haven Standard requires a written price before work starts.
Yes. A 2,500-square-foot home with one system and accessible basement ducts costs less than a 5,000-square-foot home with two systems, attic runs, and limited access. We price by system, not by vent count, so you know the full cost before we arrive. Homes in newer Alpharetta subdivisions like Avalon or Halcyon sometimes have tighter attic builds that add time. We note this during your free estimate walkthrough.
If we find active mold, heavy construction debris, or pest contamination during your cleaning, we stop and show you photos before proceeding. Remediation beyond standard cleaning is priced separately and only with your written approval. We do not upsell at the door. This is Haven Standard Clause 5: no surprises.
Yes. We do not charge to inspect your system and deliver a flat-price quote. The estimate includes a scope of work, the price, and the warranty terms. You receive it by email or text before you decide. Call (678) 679-7540 to schedule.
Service & Process FAQs
We connect a truck-mounted negative air machine to your main trunk line, seal the registers, and use compressed-air whips and rotary brushes to dislodge debris from every run. A run is the trade term for a single duct line from the plenum to the register. We photograph the interior of each run before and after, because that is the only way you can tell the difference between real work and vacuum noise. You receive the photo set and a completion report before we leave.
Most single-system homes take three to five hours. Two-system homes or jobs with limited attic or crawlspace access can run longer. We do not rush. The Haven Standard requires that every run be cleaned and documented, and we schedule realistic windows so our technician is not watching the clock. You get a text when they are on the way, under Clause 2.
Every three to five years for most homes. Alpharetta's heavy pollen seasons, especially March through May, push more particulate through your system. Homes near Ga. 400 or construction zones may need more frequent service. If you have completed a renovation, noticed persistent dust after changing filters, or have family members with allergies, an inspection makes sense. We do not push annual cleanings unless your system shows it needs it.
Clean ducts allow your HVAC system to move air with less resistance, which can improve efficiency. The EPA notes that duct cleaning alone has not been proven to prevent health problems, but restricted airflow forces your blower to work harder. We measure static pressure before and after when equipment allows, and we show you the readings. The real value is what you are breathing and what your system does not have to push through.
No. Our equipment is loud, but you can stay. We seal registers during the process to maintain negative pressure, so debris does not escape into your living space. Pets should be secured in a separate room. We have worked around home offices in Alpharetta's remote-work households and schedule to minimize disruption.
Brands & Parts FAQs
We run truck-mounted negative air systems from Abatement Technologies and portable HEPA vacuums for tight-access jobs. Our rotary brush systems and compressed-air tools are sized for residential ductwork, not adapted from commercial gear. We select the setup based on your home's access points and duct material, not one-size-fits-all. The equipment is maintained and logged under our documentation system.
We can recommend and install whole-home air purifiers from Honeywell and Aprilaire if your system is compatible. These are separate from the cleaning service and priced in writing under Clause 1. We do not install equipment that your ductwork or blower cannot support. During your estimate, we note whether your plenum has the space and electrical access for an in-line unit.
A run is the trade word for a single duct line from the plenum, the central distribution box, to a register. "CleanRun" means both the thing we deliver, a clean run, and the condition we leave it in. One word doing two jobs, both literal. We photograph every run before and after because that is the only proof that matters.
We do not apply biocides or sealants as routine practice. The EPA advises caution on chemical treatments in ductwork, and we follow that guidance. If we find active microbial growth, we document it, explain your options, and proceed only with your written approval. Our standard service is mechanical cleaning with HEPA-contained debris removal.
Licensing & Insurance FAQs
Every professional working under our name in Alpharetta is required to hold the license and insurance that Georgia requires for HVAC and duct cleaning work. We carry general liability and workers' compensation coverage. License numbers are provided on your written estimate under Haven Standard Clause 3. We are independently owned and operated, with standards backed by CleanRun Air Duct Cleaning.
The Haven Standard is our five-clause operating code: Have it in writing, Arrive on schedule, Verified crews, Evidence on every job, No surprises. It was developed because the duct cleaning industry had become a coupon-and-upsell market. Every clause is designed to remove the friction and doubt that homeowners in Alpharetta tell us they have experienced with other services.
Clause 3 of the Haven Standard requires that every crew working under our name be licensed, insured, and background-checked as a condition of representing the brand. You receive the name of your scheduled technician by text before arrival. This is not a guarantee of character; it is a requirement of participation, and we enforce it.
Our Alpharetta branch focuses on residential systems. Light commercial work in small offices or retail spaces under 5,000 square feet may be possible; we assess these case by case during your free estimate. For larger commercial buildings, we can refer you to CleanRun partners with the appropriate equipment and certifications.
Emergency & Response FAQs
Our phone is answered live 24 hours a day. A coordinator connects you with the local team. Duct cleaning is a scheduled service, not an emergency dispatch, so we book your appointment for the next available slot that fits your schedule. You will not reach an automated system or wait until business hours for a callback. Call (678) 679-7540 anytime.
Stop using your system and call us. We inspect with a borescope camera, document what we find, and explain your options before proceeding. Active mold may require a remediation specialist; we coordinate with certified partners in the Alpharetta area if the scope exceeds our service. We do not treat serious microbial contamination with a standard cleaning and hope for the best.
Yes. Our service area includes Roswell, Johns Creek, Milton, Duluth, Dunwoody, Norcross, Sandy Springs, Suwanee, Cumming, Holly Springs, and Woodstock. Some of our longest-tenured customers are in Roswell and Johns Creek, where we have worked since expanding from our Alpharetta base. Travel fees, if any, are noted in your written estimate under Clause 1.
Warranty & Guarantees FAQs
Every cleaning carries a written warranty against workmanship defects, provided at completion under Haven Standard Clause 1. If debris remains in a run we cleaned, we return and correct it. The warranty does not cover new contamination from construction, pest intrusion, or filter neglect. You receive the terms in writing before we start, not after.
You receive time-stamped before-and-after photos of every run, plus static pressure readings where equipment allows. This is Haven Standard Clause 4: Evidence on every job. We have photographed the inside of every run before and after since 2013, because that is the only way a customer can tell the difference between real work and a vacuum noise. If a company cannot or will not show you the inside of your ducts, you are buying a sound, not a service.
Contact us within 30 days. We review your photo set and dispatch a technician to re-inspect. If we missed something, we correct it. Haven Standard Clause 5 prohibits door upsells and scope creep, and it also means we stand behind the scope we agreed to. No runaround, no transfer to a national call center. The local team in Alpharetta handles it.
You can change your filters and vacuum the register covers. You cannot reach the full length of your duct runs, access the main trunk line, or create the negative pressure containment that prevents debris from circulating through your home. More importantly, DIY duct cleaning without proper containment can damage flex duct or dislodge connections in your plenum. We recommend a trained professional with the right equipment and documentation system. Call (678) 679-7540 for a free estimate.
Written by Tomas Reyes, Owner at CleanRun Air Duct Cleaning Alpharetta, serving Alpharetta and north Fulton County since 2013.
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