NADCA-standard cleaning from $249. Truck-mounted equipment, before/after photo documentation, written completion report. Same-day service throughout the San Fernando Valley.
Residential air duct cleaning in North Hollywood starts at $249 for homes up to 10 vents. Every job includes before/after photos at each vent, a written completion report, and air handler cleaning — all at no extra charge. NADCA-standard negative pressure cleaning using truck-mounted equipment. Same-day service available throughout the San Fernando Valley. Call (818) 536-7759.
NADCA (National Air Duct Cleaners Association) sets the only nationally recognized standard for residential and commercial duct cleaning. The core requirement is truck-mounted negative pressure at a minimum of 500 CFM applied at the main trunk line while each branch duct is agitated with rotating brush tools — the only method proven to physically dislodge and extract accumulated debris.
The From $49 and From $69 "specials" advertised throughout North Hollywood and the San Fernando Valley use portable shop-vac style equipment that generates a fraction of the required airflow. These machines cannot create true negative pressure across the full duct system. The actual cleaning effect is minimal — and the quoted price almost universally inflates to From $300 once the technician is inside your home.
Dans Hollywood Chimney & Air Duct Cleaning uses the same truck-mounted equipment and rotating brush process that NADCA requires. Every job is documented with before and after photos at each vent, along with a written completion report you can keep for your records.
Visible dust clouds or debris on vent covers when the HVAC system runs
Burning or musty smell when the system first starts up
Allergy or respiratory symptoms that improve when you're outside
More than 3–5 years since your last professional cleaning
Recent renovation, construction, or remodeling project in the home
New home purchase with unknown duct cleaning history
Pets — especially shedding dogs or cats that spend time indoors
Uneven heating or cooling — some rooms hot or cold when others are comfortable
North Hollywood and the surrounding San Fernando Valley sit in a natural geographic basin that traps particulate matter from the 101, the 170, and the 405. The Valley's warm, dry climate means fine particles settle into ductwork faster than in coastal cities. Homes in NoHo Arts District, Valley Village, and Toluca Lake see measurably higher indoor dust loads than comparable homes in cooler, more temperate climates.
The Valley's older housing stock is a major factor. Most homes in North Hollywood, Burbank, and Glendale were built between the 1950s and 1980s. Original ductwork in these homes has often never been professionally cleaned, and aging flex duct insulation contributes to elevated indoor air particle levels over time.
Dans Hollywood Chimney & Air Duct Cleaning is based in North Hollywood at 6330 Camellia Ave — we serve our own neighborhood and surrounding communities. When you call, you're talking to people who live and work in the Valley.
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Air Duct Cleaning — up to 10 vents | From $249 |
| Air Duct Cleaning — 11–15 vents | From $349 |
| Air Duct Cleaning — 16–20 vents | From $449 |
| Air Duct + Dryer Vent Bundle | From $299 |
| Air Duct Sanitization (add-on) | From $49 |
Written quote provided before any work begins. No travel fees throughout the San Fernando Valley.
Starting at $249 for homes up to 10 vents. 11–15 vents: From $349. 16–20 vents: From $449. Written quote before any work begins. No travel fees throughout the San Fernando Valley.
2–4 hours for most residential homes. Larger homes may take 3–5 hours. We document every step with before/after photos — we don't rush.
NADCA recommends every 3–5 years for most homes. Sooner if you have pets, allergies, recent renovations, or have experienced smoke exposure. Valley homes with older ductwork benefit from more frequent service.
NADCA-standard uses truck-mounted negative pressure (minimum 500 CFM) and mechanical agitation with rotating brush tools. Discount services use portable vacuums that lack the power — and the quoted price almost always inflates to From $300 once inside your home.
We clean the full system: supply ducts, return ducts, air handler cabinet, blower wheel, evaporator coil accessible surfaces, and condensate drain pan — all included in our standard pricing.
Yes. Every job includes before/after photos at each vent and a written completion report provided at job completion.
Yes. We're based in North Hollywood and serve the surrounding San Fernando Valley with same-day scheduling available most days. Call (818) 536-7759 to check availability.
Yes. The EPA identifies indoor air quality as one of the top five environmental health risks. Ducts accumulate dust mites, pet dander, mold spores, pollen, and bacteria that recirculate through your home when the system runs. In North Hollywood, Santa Ana wind events introduce elevated particulates that load duct systems between cleanings. Allergy and asthma sufferers commonly report improvement after professional cleaning and MERV 11+ filter upgrades.
Yes. Bundle air duct cleaning with dryer vent cleaning from $299 (up to 10 vents + dryer vent) — saving cost and scheduling time. Full HVAC cleaning including blower and evaporator coil is also available as an add-on. Most North Hollywood homeowners combine services in a single visit.
Signs of mold in ducts: musty smell when HVAC runs, dark staining at vent grilles, respiratory symptoms that improve when away from home, or condensation around registers. Older North Hollywood homes with uninsulated duct sections near the Tujunga Wash area are at higher risk. We inspect for mold during cleaning and apply EPA-registered antimicrobial treatment where needed.
Same-day service available. Written report included. No travel fees.
Mon–Sat 7AM–7PM · Sun 8AM–5PM · (818) 536-7759
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