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.
Before
After
Before
After
Before
AfterAir Duct Cleaning in Lakewood, CO
HVAC cleaning in Lakewood typically runs $320-$580 for a full system, with air quality and sanitizing work adding $180-$420 depending on scope. CleanRun crews are dispatched from our Denver office and serve Lakewood homes with the same documented photo record and written upfront pricing we’ve held since 2013. Call (720) 315-7291 for a written estimate before any work starts.
Lakewood’s position at the foothills edge means something specific for ductwork. Chinook winds channel wildfire smoke, pollen, and road dust into homes faster than in Denver’s eastern suburbs. That exposure, layered onto a housing stock built largely between 1950 and 1979 with original galvanized sheet-metal duct runs, creates contamination patterns we see nowhere else in the metro area. We photograph every duct run before and after so you can see the difference between actual extraction and vacuum noise.
Why Lakewood Homes Are Different
At roughly 5,500 feet in a semi-arid climate, Lakewood’s winter humidity drops below 20% regularly. Fine dust stays airborne instead of clumping near registers, migrating deeper into supply runs and coating interior duct surfaces evenly. Partial cleaning fails here; the debris layer is too uniform.
The 1960s-1970s ranch homes clustered around the Alameda corridor present another issue. Return-air trunk lines were never upsized when original oil or floor-furnace systems converted to gas forced-air in the 1980s. High velocity blasts debris deep into supply branches. A standard forward-and-back brush pass isn’t enough, and jobs routinely take longer than flat-rate quotes anticipate. We’ve also identified asbestos-containing duct wrap or flex connections in homes from this era, which we document and flag before any cleaning work begins.
Wildfire seasons have grown severe enough that repeated smoke-infiltration events are now a measurable driver of duct contamination in foothills-adjacent neighborhoods on Lakewood’s west side. This isn’t a one-time maintenance issue; it’s a recurring seasonal problem shaped by terrain.
Our Main Lakewood Services
Three services account for most calls from Lakewood homeowners. Each has its own dedicated page with full pricing and scope details.
Air Duct Cleaning in Lakewood
Full negative-pressure extraction of supply and return duct runs, with before-and-after photography of every line. In Lakewood’s older ranch homes, we regularly find debris packed 3-4 inches deep at the first elbow of undersized return trunks. We size our brush and whip combinations to the actual duct diameter, not a one-size attachment. Air Duct Cleaning in Lakewood
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Lakewood
Lint accumulation in dryer vents is a fire hazard and efficiency drain. Lakewood’s dry climate means lint is brittle and compacts hard. We use rotary brush systems with HEPA containment and photograph the full vent run. Every job includes airflow measurement before and after. Dryer Vent Cleaning in Lakewood
Duct Repair & Sealing in Lakewood
Original sheet-metal ductwork in Lakewood’s post-war homes often leaks 20-30% of conditioned air through failed seams and disconnected flex joints. We seal with mastic and mechanical fasteners, then pressure-test to verify. Repairs are photographed and documented in the written job record. Duct Repair & Sealing in Lakewood
What happens when you call
- 1
A real person answersNo phone trees - you reach a local pro.
- 2
You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched.
- 3
A background-checked tech heads outLicensed & insured, dispatched right away.
- 4
You approve before work beginsNothing starts until you say go.
BeforeAfterHVAC Cleaning in Lakewood
HVAC cleaning in Lakewood addresses the full air-handling system, not just duct runs. The city’s 1960s-1970s ranch homes with original galvanized sheet-metal ductwork and undersized return trunks create unique contamination patterns: fine debris coats evaporator coils and blower assemblies uniformly, while high air velocity embeds particles deep into components. CleanRun’s HVAC Cleaning service includes full-system photography and a written scope before any work begins.
Evaporator Coil Cleaning
Signs you need it
Ice buildup on the coil, weak airflow from registers, or a musty odor when the AC first cycles on.
What it costs in Lakewood
Evaporator coil cleaning in Lakewood typically runs $180-$340.
How we do it
We remove the coil access panel, apply foaming cleaner from Nikro or Abatement Technologies, rinse with low-pressure water, and photograph the before and after condition for the job record.
Blower Cleaning
Signs you need it
Vibration or noise from the air handler, uneven heating or cooling across rooms, or dust puffing from registers at startup.
What it costs in Lakewood
Blower assembly cleaning in Lakewood typically runs $140-$260.
How we do it
We remove the blower wheel and motor assembly, clean each blade with compressed air and solvent, balance the wheel, and reinstall with torque-verified fasteners.
What HVAC Cleaning Costs in Lakewood
| Item | Typical range in Lakewood |
|---|---|
| Evaporator coil cleaning | $180-$340 |
| Blower assembly cleaning | $140-$260 |
| Full HVAC system cleaning (coil, blower, ducts) | $320-$580 |
How often should HVAC cleaning be done in Lakewood?
Every 3-5 years for most Lakewood homes, but foothills-adjacent properties exposed to repeated wildfire smoke may need annual evaporator coil and blower attention. Call (720) 315-7291 and we’ll scope your system in writing before quoting.
Why does my Lakewood home’s HVAC smell musty?
At Lakewood’s low humidity, dust doesn’t clump and rot; instead, organic debris accumulates on the coil and blower, producing a stale odor when the system cycles. Coil cleaning and blower service eliminate the source. We photograph the contamination so you can see it.
Air Quality & Sanitizing in Lakewood
Air quality and sanitizing in Lakewood targets the contaminants that foothills winds and wildfire smoke deposit inside ductwork. The same dry climate that keeps dust fine and airborne also means biological growth is less common than in humid regions, but smoke particulate and pollen require active treatment beyond mechanical cleaning. CleanRun’s Air Quality & Sanitizing service applies EPA-registered products with documented application records.
Mold Treatment
Signs you need it
Visible growth on duct interior surfaces, a persistent earthy odor, or moisture staining near the plenum.
What it costs in Lakewood
Mold treatment in Lakewood typically runs $280-$520.
How we do it
We apply an EPA-registered antimicrobial through a fogging system, allow proper dwell time, then extract residue with negative-pressure equipment and photograph the treated surfaces.
UV Light Installation
Signs you need it
Repeated biological growth despite cleaning, or a household member with respiratory sensitivity to airborne contaminants.
What it costs in Lakewood
UV light installation in Lakewood typically runs $320-$580.
How we do it
We mount a Honeywell or Aprilaire UV-C lamp in the supply plenum, wire to the blower circuit for automatic operation, and verify irradiance with a meter.
What Air Quality & Sanitizing Costs in Lakewood
| Item | Typical range in Lakewood |
|---|---|
| Mold treatment | $280-$520 |
| UV light installation | $320-$580 |
| Full air quality package (treatment + UV) | $480-$860 |
Does wildfire smoke require sanitizing or just cleaning?
Mechanical cleaning removes smoke particulate, but the odor and ultra-fine particles often require activated carbon treatment or UV oxidation for full remediation. We photograph contamination levels and specify the scope in writing before starting.
Are sanitizing products safe for pets and kids?
We use EPA-registered products with specified re-entry times, typically 2-4 hours with ventilation. The written scope includes product names and safety data sheet references.
Brands We Service in Lakewood
CleanRun stocks parts and maintains equipment from Honeywell, Aprilaire, and Abatement Technologies for Lakewood jobs. Most filter and media replacements ship to our Denver office within one business day. See our brands for the full roster.
Pricing for Air Duct Cleaning in Lakewood, CO
| Service | Typical range in Lakewood |
|---|---|
| Evaporator coil cleaning | $180-$340 |
| Blower assembly cleaning | $140-$260 |
| Full HVAC system cleaning | $320-$580 |
| Mold treatment | $280-$520 |
| UV light installation | $320-$580 |
| Full air quality package | $480-$860 |
Price in Lakewood is driven by system accessibility, contamination depth, and whether original ductwork requires additional time for safe handling. Every job starts with a written price under Haven Standard Clause 1; no work begins until you approve the scope and cost in writing.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Lakewood
CleanRun crews serve Lakewood from our Denver office, with scheduling typically available within 3-5 business days. These neighborhoods represent our core service area:
- Belmar
- Green Mountain
- Cloverdale
- Morris Heights
- Eiber
Service Area - Cities Near Lakewood
CleanRun’s service radius extends throughout the Denver metro foothills corridor. We regularly schedule jobs in Littleton, CO, Englewood, CO, Highlands Ranch, CO, and Cherry Hills Village, CO, with the same written pricing and documented photo record on every visit.
Serving Lakewood, CO - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Lakewood area and know this community well. Use the map below to see our service coverage - if you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
FAQs About Air Duct Cleaning in Lakewood
No permit is required for standard residential duct cleaning in Lakewood. If we encounter asbestos-containing duct wrap during the job, we document it and advise on proper abatement protocol before continuing. The photo record includes any flagged materials.
Most Lakewood appointments are available within 3-5 business days. We do not maintain a same-day dispatch model; scheduling accuracy matters more than speed for documented work. Call (720) 315-7291 to confirm current availability.
We work in HOA-managed communities throughout Lakewood, including Belmar and Green Mountain. We carry general liability and workers’ compensation documentation and can provide certificates on request under Haven Standard Clause 3: Verified Crews.
What happens when you call
- 1A real person answersNo phone trees - talk to a local air duct cleaning pro.
- 2You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched. No surprises.
- 3We come out and measureLicensed & insured, at a time that suits you - the visit and the quote are both free.
- 4You get the price in writingLine-itemed, yours to keep, and nothing starts until you say go.
What Lakewood Customers Say
"My allergies genuinely improved. They also told me the ducts did not need sealing, which I had been quoted for elsewhere."
- Petra K."Flat price agreed up front, no per-vent add-ons at the end. That was the whole reason I did not call the coupon company."
- Suzanne B."Thorough job on the ducts and the dryer vent. Left the house clean and the paperwork was clear."
- Rafael I.