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 Long Beach?
Air duct cleaning in Long Beach typically costs between $350 and $750 for a standard single-family home, with most two- to three-bedroom houses landing around $450 to $600. Larger homes, homes with multiple HVAC zones, or systems that haven’t been cleaned in many years run higher, often $800 to $1,200. A dryer vent cleaning, when bundled with duct work, usually adds $100 to $175. Morton’s Air Duct Cleaning gives you a written price before any work starts, so the number you’re quoted is the number you pay.
We’ve been cleaning ducts in and around Long Beach since 2005, so we know what a 1920s bungalow in Belmont Heights hides in its walls versus what a newer build off Pacific Coast Highway has. The age of the house, the layout of the duct system, and how accessible the runs are all change the real price. What doesn’t change is this: you’ll know your price in writing before we open a single vent.
Air Duct Cleaning Cost Breakdown (2026)
Here’s what Long Beach homeowners are actually paying this year, item by item. These ranges reflect the Long Beach market specifically – a coastal city with a lot of older housing stock. As part of the Cedarwell family of independently owned companies, we hold to a written price before any work begins on every one of these line items.
| Service | Typical Range (Long Beach, 2026) |
|---|---|
| Standard air duct cleaning (single system, up to 10 vents) | $350 – $600 |
| Larger home or multiple HVAC zones | $650 – $1,200 |
| Dryer vent cleaning (standalone) | $125 – $225 |
| Dryer vent cleaning (added to duct service) | $100 – $175 |
| Additional vent or register beyond standard count | $15 – $30 each |
| Return air duct or plenum cleaning | $60 – $150 |
| Before/after interior inspection (camera) | Often included |
What pushes a job from the low end to the high end? Access is the biggest one. A crawlspace system with long horizontal runs takes longer than a compact attic setup. So does a house with 15 or 20 vents instead of 8. If a previous contractor left debris or disconnected flex runs, we factor in the time to set it right. And Long Beach specifically has a lot of homes built before 1950, where original ductwork may have been added later and runs are less predictable. If you want a real number for your house rather than a range, that’s exactly what the free estimate is for. Call (323) 918-4345.
What Affects Air Duct Cleaning Pricing in Long Beach
- Number of vents and system size. A 900-square-foot condo in downtown Long Beach might have six vents. A 2,400-square-foot house in Los Altos could have 18 plus two returns. More vents mean more time, and time drives price.
- House age and duct layout. In neighborhoods like Belmont Shore and Bluff Heights, a lot of the housing went up in the 1920s through the 1940s. Duct systems there are often retrofits – added later, routed around original framing – which makes access slower than a clean new build in North Long Beach.
- Accessibility of the furnace and attic or crawlspace. If your air handler sits in a tight closet or the crawlspace entrance is blocked, the crew needs more setup time. We tell you upfront if accessibility changes your quote.
- Level of buildup. A home cleaned three years ago is a different job than one that’s never been touched. Coastal humidity near the water can also leave more residue in the runs than in drier inland homes.
- Pets and heavy use. Homes with dogs and cats tend to pull more dander and hair into returns. That’s normal, and it’s part of why we use pet-safe product choices where available and Rotobrush and Nikro equipment that pulls material out rather than pushing it around.
- Whether you bundle the dryer vent. Adding dryer vent cleaning to your duct service costs less than booking it separately, and it’s the single most common add-on Long Beach families ask for.
How to Save on Air Duct Cleaning
You don’t have to overpay to get a real clean. A few things that actually move the number in your favor:
- Bundle duct and dryer vent. Combining them usually saves $50 to $100 over two separate visits.
- Get the free estimate in writing first. A written price before work starts is the only way to compare two quotes honestly. If a company won’t put it in writing, that’s your answer.
- Clean on a schedule, not in a panic. Maintenance cleaning every few years costs less per visit than a deep clean of a system that’s been neglected for a decade.
- Ask what’s included. At Morton’s, shoe covers and drop cloths are included – floors are protected from the moment the crew walks in – and every completed job includes a photo of the clean-up before the crew leaves. Make sure any quote you compare covers the same things.
- Skip the upsell pressure. You shouldn’t have to decide on the spot. Take the written price, think it over, call back when you’re ready.
Free estimates are free – no catch. Call (323) 918-4345 and a live person will answer, any hour.
FAQs – Air Duct Cleaning Cost
How much does air duct cleaning cost in Long Beach?
Expect $350 to $750 for a typical single-family home in Long Beach, with most houses in the $450 to $600 range. Larger homes or multi-zone systems run $650 to $1,200. You’ll get a written price before any work starts, so there are no surprises on the invoice. Call (323) 918-4345 for an exact quote – estimates are free.
Is it cheaper to clean my ducts or replace them?
Cleaning is almost always the cheaper answer when the ductwork is intact. A professional clean in Long Beach runs $350 to $750, while replacing ductwork can run several thousand dollars. If runs are crushed, disconnected, or heavily damaged, replacement may be the right call – and we’ll tell you honestly if that’s the case rather than sell you a clean that won’t help. Call (323) 918-4345 and we’ll look at it with you.
How much does dryer vent cleaning cost in Long Beach?
A standalone dryer vent cleaning in Long Beach runs $125 to $225. Bundled with air duct cleaning, it’s usually $100 to $175. It’s the most common add-on we do, and for good reason – a clogged dryer vent is a genuine fire risk, not just a lint problem. Call (323) 918-4345 to add it to your appointment.
Why do quotes vary so much between companies?
Because some quotes cover less than they appear to. A $199 special often means one pass with rental-grade equipment, no return cleaning, and no written scope. A real clean with professional Rotobrush or Nikro equipment, return ducts included, and a written price upfront typically lands in the $350 to $750 range in Long Beach. Compare what’s included, not just the bottom line. Call (323) 918-4345 and we’ll walk you through exactly what’s in ours.
Can I get a same-day air duct cleaning in Long Beach?
Often yes – same-day and next-day appointments are frequently available in Long Beach, and a live person answers our phone 24/7 to schedule. Dryer vent cleanings are typically the fastest to fit in. Pricing doesn’t change for same-day service; it’s the same written estimate either way. Call (323) 918-4345 to check today’s availability.
Why Families in Long Beach Choose Morton’s
We know what it feels like to hand your house over to a crew you’re not sure about. That’s why every Morton’s visit works the same way: a written price before anyone touches anything, background-checked technicians in uniform, shoe covers and drop cloths the moment we walk in, and quieter tools when there’s a nap happening down the hall. We use professional-grade equipment from Rotobrush, Nikro, Honeywell, Aprilaire, Abatement Technologies, and Guardsman – not entry-level rental gear.
Every job is backed by our 365-Day Done Right Promise. If it isn’t done right, we make it right – stamped on every job, not something you have to ask for. That promise sits alongside the Cedarwell Care Promise, and it’s the standard we hold to as an independently owned member of the Cedarwell family. You can read more about how we work and what the Care Promise means on every visit.
Before your estimate, it helps to know a little about what a real clean involves and what air duct cleaning actually covers. If your dryer vent is on your list too – and for most Long Beach families it should be – you can bundle dryer vent cleaning into the same appointment and save. We also serve nearby communities, so if you’re just outside the city, take a look at our work in Signal Hill, Lakewood, Cerritos, Torrance, and dryer vent services in Long Beach. Renters and homeowners in apartments along Ocean Boulevard ask us about Carson and Compton coverage as well, plus Downey and Whittier if you’re further inland. Wherever you are, the estimate is free and the price is written.
Pricing reflects the Long Beach 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 Long Beach since 2005.
What Our Customers Say
"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"Spotless work. They laid drop cloths everywhere and I was honestly impressed there was zero mess at the end. Showed me the dirt they pulled out so I could see it was worth it."
- Shelby Dunham