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.
Before
After
Before
After
Before
AfterTrusted Dryer Vent Cleaning for Alpharetta Homeowners
Dryer vent cleaning in Alpharetta typically costs $149-$289 for a standard single-family home and is completed in 60-90 minutes. CleanRun Air Duct Cleaning Alpharetta has documented the inside of every vent run we’ve cleaned since 2013, and we deliver that photo record to you before we pack up. Call (678) 679-7540 for a written price before any work starts.
We’ve served more than 52,000 homes since opening in 2013, and the Alpharetta Dryer Vent Cleaning jobs we do follow the same protocol as every other: a written price delivered under Haven Standard Clause 1, a documented photo record of the full vent run, and the 365-Day Done Right Promise backed in writing. Alpharetta’s newer construction in Windward and Avalon tends to have longer vent runs with multiple elbows, which trap lint more aggressively than straight-shot designs. In older neighborhoods like Downtown Alpharetta and Crabapple, we’ve found bird guards missing or deteriorated, letting nesting material accumulate where homeowners can’t see it. Our crews carry Rotobrush and Nikro equipment on every truck, and every technician is background-checked and uniformed under Haven Standard Clause 3: Verified Crews. Tomas Reyes established CleanRun in 2013, and we remain independently owned and operated under the Haven Standard.
What Our Dryer Vent Cleaning Service Includes
Dryer Vent Inspection
A Dryer Vent Inspection is a full diagnostic of your vent run from the back of your dryer to the exterior termination point, using a borescope camera to record what we find. You need this when your dryer is taking longer than one cycle to dry a normal load, or when you’ve just purchased a home in Alpharetta and have no record of prior maintenance. CleanRun Air Duct Cleaning Alpharetta documents every inspection with dated photos of the vent interior, delivered to you as part of the standard job record, so you can see the lint buildup, nesting material, or structural damage we base our written price on.
Vent Cleaning
Vent Cleaning is the physical removal of lint and debris from the full length of your dryer vent duct using negative-pressure extraction (a high-suction vacuum system that pulls debris out rather than pushing it deeper). You need this when your inspection shows restricted airflow, which the camera reveals as a visible coating on the duct walls or a partial blockage at an elbow. CleanRun uses Rotobrush agitation tools combined with Nikro vacuum systems to dislodge packed lint without damaging flexible ductwork, and we photograph the same section after cleaning so you can verify the removal.
Lint Removal
Lint removal targets the accumulated fabric fibers that escape your dryer’s lint trap and build up in the vent run over months of use. You need this when you can see lint collecting around your exterior vent cap, or when your laundry room feels unusually humid during dryer operation, both signs that exhaust air is backing up. CleanRun’s crews in Alpharetta regularly pull two to four gallons of compacted lint from vent runs in homes where the trap was cleaned after every load, because fine particles still pass through, and Alpharetta’s hard water can cause fabric softener residue to bind lint to duct walls more stubbornly.
Vent Rerouting
Vent rerouting is the redesign and reinstallation of your dryer vent path when the current run is too long, has too many turns, or terminates in a location that violates code or creates a fire hazard. You need this when your vent run exceeds 25 feet in equivalent length (each 90-degree elbow counts as 5 additional feet), or when your vent terminates in an attic, crawl space, or inside a garage in Alpharetta. CleanRun measures your existing run, proposes a corrected path with a written price under Haven Standard Clause 1, and installs rigid metal ductwork with proper slope and support, photographing every joint and termination for your job record.
Bird Guard Installation
Bird guard installation is the fitting of a protective screen or louvered cover over your exterior vent termination to prevent birds, squirrels, and insects from entering while still allowing proper exhaust airflow. You need this when you hear scratching or chirping from your vent, or when you find nesting material during inspection, a common issue in Alpharetta’s wooded lots near Wills Park and the Big Creek Greenway. CleanRun installs Guardsman vent caps with integrated bird guards, sized to your duct diameter, and we document the installation with a photo of the exterior termination so you have a dated record of protection.
Vent Cap Replacement
Vent cap replacement is the removal of a damaged, missing, or improperly functioning exterior termination and installation of a new code-compliant cap. You need this when your existing cap is cracked, missing its flapper, or was never designed for dryer exhaust (some Alpharetta homes still have bathroom-style caps that clog with lint). CleanRun stocks multiple cap styles including louvered and gravity-operated models from Guardsman and Honeywell, measures your duct size on site, and installs with proper caulk and fasteners, photographing the before condition and completed replacement for your documented photo record.
What happens when you call
- 1
A real person answersNo phone trees - you reach a local pro.
- 2
You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched.
- 3
A background-checked tech heads outLicensed & insured, dispatched right away.
- 4
You approve before work beginsNothing starts until you say go.
Brands We Service for Dryer Vent Cleaning
We’ve serviced and cleaned vent systems connected to dryers from every major manufacturer, and we stock replacement vent caps and transition ducts sized for the most common configurations. For Honeywell-integrated vent systems, we’ve handled the vent monitoring sensors that tie into whole-home air quality platforms, ensuring the exhaust path is clean enough for accurate airflow readings. Our crews carry Aprilaire-compatible vent caps for homes with Aprilaire fresh air systems that share exterior wall penetrations, so we don’t compromise your intake air while servicing your exhaust.
Whether you have a standard builder-grade setup or a complex vent run with Abatement Technologies HEPA filtration tie-ins, we can inspect, clean, and document the work. We don’t require you to know your vent’s brand or configuration before calling. Our technician will identify what you have, photograph what we find, and deliver a written price before any work starts.
Before
AfterSigns You Need Dryer Vent Cleaning Right Now
- Clothes take more than one cycle to dry. This is the most common symptom Alpharetta homeowners report, and it means your vent is restricting airflow enough that moist air can’t escape efficiently. The dryer works harder, heats longer, and wears out faster while your energy bills climb.
- The dryer exterior or laundry room feels unusually hot during operation. When exhaust air backs up, heat radiates backward into the room instead of leaving through the vent. In Alpharetta’s summer humidity, this also raises your cooling load and can trigger moisture issues.
- You smell burning or scorched fabric during drying. Lint is highly flammable, and restricted airflow causes the dryer to overheat. The U.S. Fire Administration reports nearly 3,000 dryer fires annually, and lint buildup in the vent is the leading cause.
- Visible lint collects around the exterior vent cap or inside the transition duct behind the dryer. What you can see is usually a fraction of what’s deeper in the run. If lint is escaping the trap and making it to the exterior, there’s significantly more coating the duct walls you can’t access without tools.
- It’s been more than 12 months since your last professional cleaning, or you’ve never had one. Even with diligent lint trap cleaning, fine particles pass through and accumulate. Homes in Alpharetta with families doing four or more loads weekly reach critical buildup faster than the annual baseline.
Our Dryer Vent Cleaning Process - Step by Step
- 1
Arrival and verification. Your technician arrives in a marked CleanRun vehicle, uniformed and identified by name under Haven Standard Clause 3: Verified Crews. We confirm the scope you requested, protect your flooring with drop cloths, and inspect the dryer location and exterior termination before touching any equipment.
- 2
Borescope inspection and documentation. We feed a camera through the full vent run from the exterior termination inward, recording the interior condition. You’ll see what we see: lint depth, nesting material, structural damage, or improper construction. These photos become the first half of your documented photo record.
- 3
Written price delivery. Based on what the camera showed, we deliver a written price under Haven Standard Clause 1 before any work begins. No exceptions. If the scope changes during cleaning, we stop and deliver a revised written price for your approval.
- 4
Mechanical cleaning with negative-pressure extraction. We connect a Nikro high-suction vacuum to the vent and use Rotobrush agitation tools to dislodge lint from duct walls, pulling it out rather than pushing it deeper. For rigid metal ducts we use stiffer brushes; for flexible ducts we use softer configurations to prevent tearing. The vacuum captures debris in a sealed container for disposal.
- 5
Post-cleaning verification and photo record delivery. We rerun the borescope through the same path, photograph the cleaned duct walls, and test airflow with an anemometer to confirm unrestricted exhaust. You receive the complete before-and-after photo record, the written scope, and the 365-Day Done Right Promise in writing before we depart.
How Much Does Dryer Vent Cleaning Cost in Alpharetta?
A standard dryer vent cleaning in Alpharetta runs $149-$189 for a single-story home with a straight or moderately configured vent run up to 15 feet; see our Dryer Vent Cleaning cost guide for full pricing details. Homes in neighborhoods like Windward or The Manor with longer runs, multiple elbows, or roof terminations typically fall in the $189-$249 range due to additional access time and equipment setup. Vent rerouting, bird guard installation, or vent cap replacement are priced separately based on materials and labor, with most falling between $89 and $289.
Several factors affect your specific price: the total equivalent length of your vent run (including elbows), whether the termination is at ground level or roofline, the presence of nesting material requiring additional removal time, and whether your ductwork is rigid metal or flexible transition hose that needs replacement. We don’t quote per-vent prices because dryer vent cleaning is a whole-system job, and we don’t offer teaser coupon rates that balloon once we’re on site. Haven Standard Clause 1 requires a written price before work starts, every time, so you know exactly what you’re paying for.
To avoid overpaying, ask any company you consider whether they photograph the vent interior before and after, whether their price is fixed in writing before work begins, and whether they charge extra for “difficult access” after arrival. CleanRun’s price includes the full cleaning, the photo record, and the 365-Day Done Right Promise. Bring us a competitor’s written estimate and we’ll deliver a free second opinion in writing.
Dryer Vent Cleaning Near Alpharetta - Our Service Area
CleanRun Air Duct Cleaning Alpharetta serves homeowners throughout Fulton and Forsyth counties, with regular routes to Dryer Vent Cleaning in Roswell, Dryer Vent Cleaning in Johns Creek, and surrounding communities including Milton, Duluth, Dunwoody, Norcross, Sandy Springs, Suwanee, Cumming, Holly Springs, and Woodstock. Most Alpharetta appointments are scheduled within a few business days, and our crews carry full equipment loads so we don’t delay your job waiting for parts. Whether you’re in a new build near Avalon or an established home in Crabapple, we document every vent run the same way.
Serving Alpharetta, GA - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Alpharetta area and know this community well. Use the map below to see our service coverage - if you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
Frequently Asked Questions - Dryer Vent Cleaning in Alpharetta
Dryer vent cleaning is the professional removal of lint and debris from the exhaust duct that carries hot, moist air from your dryer to the exterior of your home. You need it because lint escapes your dryer’s trap with every load, accumulates in the vent run, restricts airflow, forces your dryer to work harder, and creates a documented fire hazard. CleanRun’s documented photo record shows you exactly what was removed and what the vent looks like after.
A standard dryer vent cleaning takes 60 to 90 minutes from arrival to departure, including the borescope inspection, mechanical cleaning, and post-cleaning verification. Longer vent runs, roof terminations, or jobs requiring bird nest removal may extend to two hours. We schedule appointments with enough buffer that we’re not rushing to the next job, and we don’t charge extra if your job takes longer than estimated.
Most Alpharetta homeowners pay between $149 and $249 for a complete dryer vent cleaning, depending on vent length, termination location, and configuration complexity. We deliver a written price before any work starts under Haven Standard Clause 1, and we don’t add charges after arrival for “difficult access” or extra elbows. Call (678) 679-7540 for a written estimate at no charge.
Yes. We regularly clean vent systems connected to dryers from all manufacturers, and we stock replacement caps and components compatible with Honeywell, Aprilaire, Guardsman, and other major brands. Our technicians can identify your vent configuration and any integrated monitoring or filtration components during the initial inspection.
We don’t promise same-day dispatch because dryer vent cleaning is a scheduled maintenance service, not an emergency response. However, we do answer calls with a live person 24/7, and we prioritize appointments where a safety concern has been identified, such as a burning smell or visible smoke. If you’re experiencing an immediate fire hazard, exit your home and call emergency services first.
Every dryer vent cleaning is backed by the 365-Day Done Right Promise, a written guarantee, not a policy subject to manager approval. If the work is not right, CleanRun makes it right within one year. Haven Standard Clause 1 also requires your written price and scope before work starts, so there’s no dispute about what was agreed to.
Clear a path to your dryer and remove any items stored on or directly around it so our technician can safely move the unit to access the transition duct. If your dryer is in a tight closet, removing nearby items helps. You don’t need to clean the lint trap specially or do anything to the vent itself. We’ll handle the inspection, documentation, and cleaning, and we’ll show you the photos before we leave.
Schedule Your Dryer Vent Cleaning Service in Alpharetta Today
Call (678) 679-7540 to speak with a live person and schedule your appointment. You’ll receive a written price before any work starts, a documented photo record of your vent run before and after cleaning, and the 365-Day Done Right Promise in writing. Estimates are free, and we offer a free second opinion on any competitor’s written estimate. CleanRun Air Duct Cleaning Alpharetta has served this area since 2013, and we remain independently owned and operated under the Haven Standard.
Written by Tomas Reyes, Owner at CleanRun Air Duct Cleaning Alpharetta, serving Alpharetta since 2013.