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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AfterHow Much Does Air Duct Cleaning Cost in Staten Island?
Air Duct Cleaning services in Staten Island typically cost between $350 and $700 for a standard single-family home, with most two-story houses landing in the $450 to $600 range. Larger homes, homes with multiple HVAC zones, or jobs that include dryer vent cleaning and sanitizing can run $800 to $1,200. Every visit from Morton’s Air Duct Cleaning comes with a written price before any work starts, so the number you’re quoted is the number you pay.
We’ve been cleaning ducts and dryer vents since 2005, and Staten Island is one of our home markets. This guide walks through real 2026 pricing for the borough, the specific local factors that push a job up or down, and what a fair quote should actually include.
Key Takeaways
- Most Staten Island single-family duct cleanings run $350 to $700.
- Dryer vent cleaning is usually $125 to $225 when bundled with duct work.
- Older homes in areas like St. George and New Brighton often need more labor because of duct layout and age.
- You get a written price before work starts and a photo of the clean-up before we leave, on every job.
- A live person answers the phone 24/7 at (323) 918-4345.
Air Duct Cleaning Cost Breakdown (2026)
Here’s how the numbers break out for a typical Staten Island home. These ranges reflect what we and other legitimate local operators charge in 2026. Lowball ads quoting $99 or $149 usually add line items on the truck, so read the fine print on any quote before you book.
| Service | Typical Price Range (Staten Island, 2026) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard air duct cleaning (up to 10 vents) | $350 – $500 | Single HVAC system, one or two floors |
| Larger home (11-20 vents) | $500 – $750 | Common in two-story or split-level houses |
| Multi-zone system (two or more HVAC units) | $700 – $1,200 | Each system cleaned separately |
| Dryer vent cleaning (standalone) | $125 – $225 | Ground-floor exterior vent runs on the low end |
| Dryer vent + duct cleaning bundled | $450 – $850 | Best value when done in one visit |
| Duct sanitizing / antimicrobial fogging | $150 – $350 | Optional; helpful after water intrusion or pest issues |
| Return and supply register cleaning | Included on most jobs | Confirm it’s part of the scope |
| Before/after photo documentation | Included | We photograph the clean-up before we leave |
What drives the number up? Vent count is the biggest factor. A Cape Cod in Great Kills with eight vents is a smaller job than a center-hall colonial in Todt Hill with twenty. Second, the number of HVAC systems: a house with a basement unit and an attic unit is really two cleanings. Third, condition. Ducts that have gone a decade or more without attention, or that have seen water, pest activity, or heavy reno dust, take more passes with the equipment. Fourth, add-ons like sanitizing, which we only recommend when there’s a reason for it.
What should never drive the price up is a surprise. That’s why our written price is provided before any work starts, on every visit. If the scope changes mid-job, we stop and talk to you first. No invoice surprises, no pressure add-ons at the door.
What Affects Air Duct Cleaning Pricing in Staten Island
- Home age and duct material. Staten Island has a lot of pre-war housing stock, and older duct runs in neighborhoods like Stapleton and Rosebank are often shorter, narrower, and wrapped differently than modern flex duct. That layout takes more careful work to reach and clean completely.
- Coastal humidity and salt air. Homes near the shoreline, from Midland Beach down to Tottenville, see more seasonal moisture cycling through HVAC systems. When ducts have had damp conditions, we spend extra time on the return side and often recommend sanitizing, which adds $150 to $350.
- Number of floors and systems. Split-levels and two-story homes in areas like Eltingville and Annadale almost always have more than one zone or system. Each one is a separate cleaning pass.
- Pets and kids in the home. We don’t charge extra for pets, but we do adjust how we work. That means quieter tool settings during nap hours, drop cloths and shoe covers on every visit, and pet-safe product choices where available. It’s part of the home standard we hold ourselves to.
- Recent renovation or construction dust. If you’ve had work done recently, drywall dust and debris settle deep in the runs. Post-reno cleanings typically land at the top of the standard range.
- Dryer vent length and access. A ground-floor vent that exits right behind the dryer is the easy case. Long runs through a finished basement, or vents on the roof, take more setup and land closer to $225.
One more thing about Staten Island specifically: the borough’s housing mix means How Much Does Air Duct Cleaning Cost in Tampa, FL? (2026 Price Guide) can help you compare, though quotes here can vary a lot from block to block. A single-family detached house in Huguenot and a semi-attached in Port Richmond might both say “three bedrooms,” but the duct layout is genuinely different. That’s why we ask a few questions on the phone and give you a real range before we schedule anything.
What’s Included in a Fair Air Duct Cleaning Quote
Price only means something when you know what’s covered. A legitimate quote in this market should include the following, and if it doesn’t, ask why.
- Full access to supply and return ducts, with all registers removed and cleaned
- Negative-air equipment with HEPA filtration so dust doesn’t blow back into the house (we use Rotobrush and Nikro equipment, plus Abatement Technologies HEPA units)
- Main trunk line and branch run cleaning, not just a vacuum at the registers
- Blower motor compartment and accessible coil cleaning where reachable
- Cleaning of the air handler cabinet
- Register and grille wipe-down before reinstallation
- Shoe covers and drop cloths inside the house, included on every visit
- A photo of the clean-up before the crew leaves
Some companies charge separately for register cleaning, blower cleaning, or “system sanitizing” that you didn’t ask for. Honeywell and Aprilaire components in your system, for example, sometimes need specific handling, and a good technician will explain what they’re doing to those parts rather than adding a mystery fee. When you get a written price from us, the scope is spelled out. The 365-Day Done Right Promise backs it: if the job isn’t right, we make it right, full stop.
How to Save on Air Duct Cleaning
You don’t need a coupon to get a fair price, but a few small moves help.
- Bundle duct and dryer vent cleaning. Doing both in one visit saves $75 to $150 compared to scheduling them separately, because the setup and travel are already covered.
- Skip sanitizing unless there’s a reason. If you haven’t had water intrusion, pest issues, or a recent renovation, you probably don’t need it. We’ll tell you honestly whether it makes sense for your situation.
- Get the quote in writing before booking. This one saves you money by protecting you from truck-side upselling, which is common in this market.
- Schedule during off-peak windows. Late winter and early spring are quieter for HVAC work on Staten Island, and some operators pass that along.
- Address small problems early. A $150 dryer vent cleaning now is cheaper than the damage a clogged vent can cause later.
Every estimate from Morton’s is free, and there’s no pressure to book on the call. Dial (323) 918-4345 and a live person will answer, day or night, and walk through your home’s specifics with you before we put anything in writing.
Air Duct Cleaning vs. Dryer Vent Cleaning: Two Different Jobs, Two Different Prices
We get this question a lot, so here’s the short version. Air duct cleaning moves through your HVAC system: supply runs, return runs, the air handler, and the registers. Dryer vent cleaning is a separate service that clears the exhaust path from your dryer to the outside of the house. They use different equipment and are priced separately, though bundling both saves money.
Dryer vent cleaning matters more than most people realize, because lint buildup is the leading cause of dryer fires nationwide. If your dryer takes two cycles to dry a load, or the outside vent flap doesn’t open fully when the machine runs, that’s a signal to get it cleaned. On Staten Island, roof-exit dryer vents and long runs through finished basements are the two configurations that need the most attention.
Signs You Actually Need Air Duct Cleaning (and Signs You Don’t)
We’d rather tell you the truth and clean less often than push a service you don’t need. Here’s how to decide.
Signs you likely need it now
- Visible dust puffing out of registers when the system kicks on
- Musty or stale smell when heat or AC runs
- Recent renovation, water damage, or pest activity in the home
- It’s been more than five to seven years since the last cleaning
- Family members with allergies or asthma noticing symptoms indoors
Signs you probably don’t
- You had the system cleaned in the last two to three years and nothing has changed
- No visible dust, no odors, no recent construction or water issues
- You just want a “tune-up” because a mailer arrived (that’s normal to wonder about, and we’ll be honest with you)
What to Expect During a Morton’s Visit
Here’s how a job actually runs, so there are no surprises.
- Call and phone assessment. A live person answers 24/7. We ask about home size, number of systems, pets, and any known issues, and give you a real range up front.
- Written price before we start. On arrival, we confirm the scope and hand you a written price. No work happens until you’ve seen it.
- Setup with protection. Shoe covers and drop cloths go down before any equipment comes in. Floors and furniture are covered from the moment we walk through the door.
- Cleaning. Rotobrush and Nikro equipment, HEPA-filtered negative air, careful register work, and cleaning of the accessible components in your air handler. Quieter settings during nap times and pet-safe product choices where available.
- Photo and walkthrough. Before we leave, we photograph the clean-up and walk you through what was done.
- 365-Day Done Right Promise. If something isn’t right within the year, we come back and make it right. It’s stamped on every job, not offered on request.
All technicians are background-checked and arrive in uniform, working to the Cedarwell C.A.R.E. values. Morton’s is independently owned and operated as part of the Cedarwell family of companies.
FAQs - Air Duct Cleaning Cost
How much does air duct cleaning cost in Staten Island?
Most Staten Island homes fall between $350 and $700 for a standard cleaning, with multi-system homes running $700 to $1,200 - see How Much Does Air Duct Cleaning Cost in Arlington, TX? (2026 Price Guide) for regional comparison. The exact number depends on vent count, number of HVAC zones, home age, and whether you’re bundling dryer vent cleaning. Call (323) 918-4345 for an exact quote - estimates are free.
Is it cheaper to clean ducts or replace them?
Cleaning is almost always the cheaper path, at $350 to $700 versus $2,000 and up for partial duct replacement. Replacement only makes sense when ducts are crushed, disconnected, or heavily contaminated with mold. In most Staten Island homes we look at, cleaning solves the problem. If replacement is genuinely the right call, we’ll tell you that instead.
How long does air duct cleaning take?
A standard single-system home takes two to three hours. Larger or multi-zone homes typically run three to five hours, and a bundled duct plus dryer vent cleaning adds roughly 45 minutes. We schedule around nap times and quieter hours when you ask.
Do you charge extra for pet hair or heavy buildup?
No. Pet hair and normal household buildup are part of the job. What changes the price is scope: number of vents, number of systems, and add-ons like sanitizing. The written price covers the full scope before we start.
Can you come today?
Often, yes. Same-day appointments are frequently available depending on the schedule, and a live person answers the phone 24/7 at (323) 918-4345 to check availability. Emergency dryer vent situations get priority.
Is air duct cleaning worth the money for a family with kids and pets?
For most families, yes - especially if it’s been more than five years or there’s been a renovation, water issue, or pet-related buildup. The payoff shows up in how the house smells and how often you’re dusting, not in dramatic health claims. If your ducts are already clean, we’ll tell you so.
Book a Free Estimate in Staten Island
If you’re weighing whether it’s time, the fastest way to get real numbers for your home is a phone call. You’ll talk to a live person, get a written price before anything starts, and if you book, you’ll have shoe covers, drop cloths, and a photo of the clean-up before we leave. Reach Morton’s Air Duct Cleaning at (323) 918-4345 - a real human answers 24/7, and estimates are always free.
Pricing reflects the Staten Island market as of 2026. Morton’s Air Duct Cleaning offers free estimates - call (323) 918-4345.
Written by Paul Adeyemi, Owner at Morton’s Air Duct Cleaning, serving Staten Island and the surrounding boroughs.
What Our Customers Say
"New house, old dusty ducts. They were gentle in the house, laid down drop cloths, and double checked every register was sealed back up. Air smells fresh now."
- Scott Hemmings"Friendly, calm crew that clearly cared about the house. Covered their shoes, protected the floors, and double checked they'd closed up every vent cover properly. Would have them back."
- Omar Zaid"Ducts and dryer vent both. They put runners down the whole hall and wore booties. Spotless after, and they showed me photos of what came out. Worth every penny."
- Bonnie Vo