How Much Does Air Duct Cleaning Cost?
Updated for 2026 — national average costs with state-by-state breakdowns
What Does Air Duct Cleaning Include?
Professional air duct cleaning removes dust, allergens, mold, and debris from your HVAC ductwork using specialized vacuum and brush systems to improve indoor air quality.
The national average cost for air duct cleaning is $475 per home. Most homeowners pay between $250 and $1,000, though costs can vary significantly based on your location, the scope of work, and other factors outlined below.
What Affects the Price?
Home size
Under 2,000 sq ft: $250-$400. 2,000-3,500 sq ft: $350-$600. Over 3,500 sq ft: $500-$1,000
Add-ons
Dryer vent cleaning: $75-$150. Sanitizing/deodorizing: $75-$200. Mold treatment: $200-$500
Key Cost Factors
- ✓Home size
- ✓Number of vents
- ✓Duct accessibility
- ✓Level of contamination
- ✓Add-on services
💡 Tips to Save Money
- 1.Only clean every 3-5 years unless you have allergies or pets
- 2.Avoid $99 whole-house specials — they often upsell aggressively
- 3.Change HVAC filters every 1-3 months to reduce duct buildup
- 4.Ask about dryer vent cleaning bundle discounts
📈 Air Duct Cleaning Cost Trends (2020–2024)
Prices have increased +17.9% over the last 5 years
| Year | National Avg | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $403 | — |
| 2021 | $420 | +4.2% |
| 2022 | $447 | +6.4% |
| 2023 | $460 | +2.9% |
| 2024 | $475 | +3.3% |
Based on national averages adjusted for annual inflation. Actual costs vary by location and project scope.
Air Duct Cleaning Cost by State
Costs vary significantly by state due to labor rates, cost of living, and local market conditions. Click any state for a detailed breakdown.
| State | Low | Average | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $205 | $390 | $820 |
| Alaska | $320 | $608 | $1,280 |
| Arizona | $238 | $451 | $950 |
| Arkansas | $200 | $380 | $800 |
| California | $338 | $641 | $1,350 |
| Colorado | $270 | $513 | $1,080 |
| Connecticut | $305 | $580 | $1,220 |
| Delaware | $263 | $499 | $1,050 |
| Florida | $245 | $466 | $980 |
| Georgia | $225 | $428 | $900 |
| Hawaii | $355 | $675 | $1,420 |
| Idaho | $230 | $437 | $920 |
| Illinois | $263 | $499 | $1,050 |
| Indiana | $220 | $418 | $880 |
| Iowa | $215 | $409 | $860 |
| Kansas | $213 | $404 | $850 |
| Kentucky | $210 | $399 | $840 |
| Louisiana | $218 | $413 | $870 |
| Maine | $255 | $485 | $1,020 |
| Maryland | $288 | $546 | $1,150 |
| Massachusetts | $325 | $618 | $1,300 |
| Michigan | $230 | $437 | $920 |
| Minnesota | $255 | $485 | $1,020 |
| Mississippi | $195 | $371 | $780 |
| Missouri | $218 | $413 | $870 |
| Montana | $238 | $451 | $950 |
| Nebraska | $220 | $418 | $880 |
| Nevada | $255 | $485 | $1,020 |
| New Hampshire | $280 | $532 | $1,120 |
| New Jersey | $313 | $594 | $1,250 |
| New Mexico | $225 | $428 | $900 |
| New York | $330 | $627 | $1,320 |
| North Carolina | $225 | $428 | $900 |
| North Dakota | $225 | $428 | $900 |
| Ohio | $225 | $428 | $900 |
| Oklahoma | $208 | $394 | $830 |
| Oregon | $275 | $523 | $1,100 |
| Pennsylvania | $255 | $485 | $1,020 |
| Rhode Island | $288 | $546 | $1,150 |
| South Carolina | $218 | $413 | $870 |
| South Dakota | $213 | $404 | $850 |
| Tennessee | $215 | $409 | $860 |
| Texas | $233 | $442 | $930 |
| Utah | $238 | $451 | $950 |
| Vermont | $270 | $513 | $1,080 |
| Virginia | $263 | $499 | $1,050 |
| Washington | $288 | $546 | $1,150 |
| West Virginia | $200 | $380 | $800 |
| Wisconsin | $235 | $447 | $940 |
| Wyoming | $230 | $437 | $920 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often should air ducts be cleaned?
Every 3-5 years for most homes. More frequently if you have pets, smokers, recent renovations, or family members with allergies or asthma.
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