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 Arlington?
Air Duct Cleaning services in Arlington, TX typically cost between $350 and $700 for a standard single-family home, with most Arlington families landing around $450 for a full system serving 12 to 18 vents. Larger two-story homes in neighborhoods like Pantego and Dalworthington Gardens, or homes with multiple HVAC zones, often run $700 to $1,100. Dryer vent cleaning, if you add it on, usually runs $125 to $200 on its own.
That range includes the whole job: supply and return ducts, registers, main trunk lines, and the blower compartment where accessible. No per-vent surprise fees, no “we found mold” upsell in your driveway. We give you a written price before we touch anything, and you’ll see the same number on the invoice when we’re done. If a company in Arlington quotes you $99, ask what’s actually included. The answer is usually one trunk line and a shop vac.
Air Duct Cleaning Cost Breakdown (2026)
Here’s how the numbers shake out for Arlington homes in 2026. These ranges reflect what we see on jobs across Tarrant County, from older pier-and-beam homes in central Arlington to newer builds out near Viridian and the south Cooper Street corridor.
| Service | Typical Range | What It Covers |
|---|---|---|
| Standard single-system home (up to 12 vents) | $350 – $500 | Supply and return ducts, registers, main trunk, blower compartment |
| Larger home (13-20 vents, one system) | $475 – $750 | Same scope, more duct runs and longer trunk lines |
| Multi-zone or two-system home | $700 – $1,100 | Two air handlers, both trunk systems, all registers |
| Return duct deep clean (heavy buildup) | $100 – $250 add-on | Extra passes on the return side, common in homes with shedding pets |
| Dryer vent cleaning (standalone) | $125 – $200 | Full lint removal from dryer to exterior termination |
| Dryer vent add-on with duct cleaning | $100 – $150 | Bundled rate when done same visit |
| Sanitizing fog (optional) | $75 – $175 | EPA-registered product applied after mechanical cleaning, only if requested |
| Before/after photo documentation | Included | Standard on every Morton’s job, not an upgrade |
What pushes a job toward the top of that range? Vent count is the biggest lever. A 2,400-square-foot home in the Arlington Highlands area might have 22 vents and two systems; an 1,800-square-foot ranch near UTA might have 11 vents and one. That difference alone can double the price. Accessibility matters too. If your air handler is in a tight attic with a steep pull-down stair, that’s more setup time than a closet unit in a newer build off Green Oaks Boulevard.
Condition of the system is the third factor. A home that’s been cleaned every three years stays in the lower band. A home with 15 years of Texas dust, pet dander from two golden retrievers, and a return plenum that’s never been touched is a bigger job. We price it honestly instead of quoting low and figuring it out later.
What Affects Air Duct Cleaning Pricing in Arlington
- Number of vents and systems. This is the single biggest driver. A single-system home with 10 to 12 vents sits comfortably in the $350 to $500 band. Add a second system or push past 18 vents and you’re looking at $700 and up. We count vents during the free estimate so the number you hear is the number you pay.
- Duct material and layout. Flexible duct (common in Arlington homes built after 1990) cleans differently than rigid metal duct found in older homes near downtown. Long, winding runs with multiple turns take longer to clean properly with a Rotobrush system than short, straight trunk lines.
- Access to the air handler. Attic-mounted air handlers in Arlington’s older neighborhoods often sit behind insulation or in tight eaves. Closet-mounted units in newer builds are simpler. We don’t charge extra for normal attic access, but truly difficult setups get quoted accordingly up front.
- Pets in the home. Arlington has a lot of shedding dogs and cats, and pet dander binds to duct walls in a way plain dust doesn’t. Homes with two or more indoor pets usually need an extra pass on the return side, which we factor into the quote before we start.
- Years since last cleaning. Three to five years is typical and keeps pricing in the standard range. Fifteen years of buildup means more labor, more debris bags, and sometimes a return-duct deep clean.
- Add-ons you actually want. Dryer vent cleaning, sanitizing fog, and return duct work are optional. We quote them separately so you can decide what’s worth it for your home instead of bundling everything into one inflated number.
Why Arlington Homes Need Duct Cleaning on a Schedule
Arlington sits in a stretch of North Texas where the air carries a lot. Spring pollen from the cedar and oak that line streets in Interlochen and Dalworthington Gardens settles into return ducts every March and April. Summer construction dust from the steady build-out along Highway 287 and south Arlington drifts indoors. Add the fine, powdery clay soil that blows around during dry spells, and your duct system becomes a slow collector whether you notice it or not.
Then there’s the humidity swing. Arlington summers run hot and sticky, which means your AC runs hard from May through September. A system pulling air through dust-loaded ducts works harder than it should, and that shows up on your electric bill. We’re not going to tell you dirty ducts are a health emergency; that’s not how we talk. What we will tell you is that a clean system moves air more freely, and families usually notice the difference in how the house feels and smells within a day.
If your ducts haven’t been cleaned since you moved in, or if you’ve never had it done, read our guide to air duct cleaning to see what the process actually involves before you commit to a price.
How to Save on Air Duct Cleaning
There’s no secret coupon code. The way to keep your cost down is to make the job simpler and to avoid paying twice for the same thing.
- Bundle the dryer vent. Adding dryer vent cleaning to a duct cleaning visit typically saves you $25 to $50 compared to booking them separately, and it’s the same trip for us.
- Get the free estimate in writing. Every Morton’s quote is written before work starts. If another company gives you a verbal number and then “finds something,” you’ve lost your leverage. The written price is your protection.
- Clean on a three-to-five-year cycle. Homes that stay on schedule never need the deep-clean pricing tier. Waiting 15 years costs more than cleaning three times.
- Skip the sanitizing fog unless you have a reason. Mechanical cleaning is what removes debris. Fog is a nice-to-have, and if you don’t need it, don’t pay for it.
- Ask about the 365-Day Done Right Promise. If dust settles back into your vents within a year because something was missed, we come back and make it right at no charge. That’s stamped on every job, not offered only when you ask.
Call (323) 918-4345 for a free estimate. A live person answers, day or night. We’ll ask a few questions about your home and give you a real number before anyone schedules a visit.
What’s Included at Every Price
Whatever tier your home lands in, the same standards apply. We protect your floors before we open a single register. Shoe covers and drop cloths go down on every visit, included in the price. Our technicians are background-checked and arrive in uniform, and we work to the Cedarwell C.A.R.E. values, which means we treat your home like someone lives there. Because someone does.
We use professional equipment, not rental-grade gear. Rotobrush and Nikro are the workhorses for duct cleaning, paired with Honeywell and Aprilaire filtration components and Abatement Technologies and Guardsman products where they fit the job. When we’re done, we take a photo of the clean-up before the crew leaves, so you have proof the house was left better than we found it. If your toddler is napping, we’ll run the quieter tools and save the loud ones for later. If your dog is nervous, we’ll work around him.
Morton’s has been part of the Cedarwell family since 2005, and we’re independently owned and operated right here in the area. You can read more on our home page about how we work.
Repair or Replace: When Duct Cleaning Isn’t the Answer
Sometimes the honest answer is that cleaning won’t fix the problem. If your ducts are crushed, disconnected at a joint, or badly leaking, cleaning them just means you’ll be cleaning them again soon. A disconnected duct in an Arlington attic is common after 15-plus years of Texas heat cycling, and it wastes cooling dollars every month.
If we find a problem like that during the estimate, we’ll tell you. We don’t do duct replacement ourselves, but we’ll point out what we see and let you decide how to handle it. What we won’t do is clean a system that needs repair just to take your money. That’s not how the Cedarwell Care Promise works.
FAQs – Air Duct Cleaning Cost
How much does air duct cleaning cost in Arlington, TX?
Most Arlington homes pay between $350 and $700, with the typical job landing near $450. Homes with two systems or more than 18 vents usually run $700 to $1,100. The exact number depends on vent count, system layout, and how long it’s been since the last cleaning. Call (323) 918-4345 for a free written estimate before you commit.
Is $99 air duct cleaning in Arlington a real price?
No, not for a whole-house job. A $99 quote usually covers one trunk line or a single vent and is designed to get a technician into your home, where the real price gets added on. At that point you’re negotiating from the driveway. Our price is written before work starts and stays the same on the invoice. Call (323) 918-4345 and we’ll quote the whole system up front.
How often should ducts be cleaned in Arlington?
Every three to five years for most homes. If you have two or more indoor pets, or if anyone in the house has allergies, every two to three years is smart. Newer homes in south Arlington with flex duct can often stretch to five years. Homes near active construction should clean closer to the three-year mark. Call (323) 918-4345 and we’ll help you figure out where your home falls.
Does duct cleaning really help with allergies in Arlington?
It can reduce the dust, pollen, and pet dander that circulate through your system, and many families notice less dust settling on surfaces within a few days. It’s not a medical treatment, and we won’t pretend it is. What it does is remove the debris your filter can’t catch. If you’re considering it for allergy reasons, call (323) 918-4345 and we’ll give you an honest read on what cleaning can and can’t do for your home.
Can you clean my ducts and dryer vent in the same visit?
Yes, and it saves you money. Bundling dryer vent cleaning with a duct cleaning visit usually runs $100 to $150 instead of the $125 to $200 standalone rate. It’s the same trip, the same technician, and one written price covering both. Call (323) 918-4345 to schedule both together.
Pricing reflects the Arlington 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 Arlington since 2005.
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