Home air duct cleaning service

Homeowners, people moving into a new home, families with allergy concerns, and landlords or realtors preparing a property.

Flat price per home, often based on the number of vents or system size, with add-ons such as dryer vent cleaning or furnace cleaning.

• Comfortable with physical work in attics and crawl spaces
• Honest, clear explanations to homeowners
• Basic knowledge of how HVAC systems work

• General liability insurance, and check whether your state or city requires any contractor or business license
• Risk of damaging ductwork or disturbing insulation or asbestos-wrapped older ducts, check before starting
• Avoid pushy upsells or exaggerated health claims, as this industry has a reputation for scams and some states have consumer protection rules
• Check whether any EPA or state rules apply to the products you use

Startup costs are typically around $3,000 to $12,000, depending on the vacuum system you choose (truck-mounted or portable), your tools and your insurance. These are estimates, so get quotes for equipment and cover before you commit.

Check whether your state or city requires a contractor or business license, and arrange general liability insurance. Also check risks like damaging ductwork or disturbing insulation or asbestos-wrapped older ducts, and whether any EPA or state rules apply to your products.

Monthly revenue is typically around $1,500 to $8,000, depending on how many homes you clean, your pricing and local demand. A minimum of about 12 hours a week is a useful starting point. These figures are estimates only.