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.
Nikro Air Duct Cleaning in Round Rock: What to Know First
CleanRun Duct Repair & Cleaning provides independent Nikro service in Round Rock, with most residential duct systems completed in a single scheduled visit and written pricing delivered before any panel comes off. A typical Nikro system cleaning runs $340-$620 for a standard single-system home, with the exact figure fixed in writing after our camera inspection. We’re not affiliated with or authorized by Nikro - we operate as an independent Nikro service provider - which means our recommendations are based on what your ducts actually need, not on manufacturer protocols alone. Homeowners in Stone Oak Ranch, Teravista, and across Round Rock who want to see the inside of their ductwork before deciding what to pay should call (737) 259-5752.
How Nikro Products Fail - and How We Fix Them
- PD Series portable vacuums with clogged HEPA filtration: The PD 1000 and PD 2000 units use a pleated HEPA cartridge that loads fast in Round Rock’s heavy pollen seasons, especially when cedar counts spike in January through March. We pull the cartridge, photograph the loading pattern, and either deep-clean the media or source the correct Nikro replacement - never a generic substitute that voids the unit’s filtration spec.
- SL 2000 and SL 4000 air scrubber blower motor strain: These negative-air machines draw hard when return plenums are packed with construction dust from Round Rock’s 2015-2023 build boom. The motor runs hot, amperage climbs, and bearings fail early. We scope the plenum first, document the debris depth, then clean before the motor gets touched - fixing the cause, not just the symptom.
- UV400 and UV600 ultraviolet system quartz sleeve fouling: The 16-inch and 24-inch UV lamps Nikro specifies lose output when sleeves coat with biofilm. In Teravista homes with variable-speed HVAC, the reduced airflow doesn’t self-clean the sleeve like older constant-torque systems did. We remove, chemically clean, and meter the output in microwatts per square centimeter - or flag replacement if the sleeve is etched.
- HP 20 and HP 40 HEPA vacuums with compromised gasket seals: The door gasket on these portables hardens in Texas attic heat, breaking the negative-pressure seal that makes HEPA containment work. We stock the correct Buna-N gasket material, cut to Nikro’s original groove pattern, and pressure-test the seal before the unit goes back into your ductwork.
- APS 2000 and APS 4000 portable air scrubber filter bypass: The filter-track alignment on these units shifts if the frame takes a knock during transport - common with crews who stack equipment. Misalignment lets dirty air bypass the HEPA entirely. We check track squareness with a straightedge, shim if needed, and photograph the seated filter before startup.
Our Nikro Air Duct Cleaning Process

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Camera inspection of every main trunk line. The camera goes in first. Then we talk. Tomas Reyes runs the scope personally on complex Nikro setups to map debris patterns and flag access issues before quoting.
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Written price delivered under Haven Standard Clause 1. One flat price per system, agreed before work starts. No per-vent math, no add-ons after the truck is parked.
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Equipment selection from our verified roster. For Nikro jobs we deploy Rotobrush contact cleaning for light residential buildup, or Nikro negative-pressure extraction where the debris layer exceeds 3/8 inch - the threshold where contact methods just push material deeper.
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OEM-spec parts or documented equivalents. Filters, gaskets, and UV sleeves are sourced to Nikro’s stated spec or a cross-referenced aftermarket equivalent we can show you in writing. No guesswork on compatibility.
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Documented Photo Record of every duct run. Before and after images of each supply and return, delivered as part of your job record. Haven Standard Clause 5: Verified Documentation.
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365-Day Done Right Promise activation. The written guarantee goes into your file before we leave. If airflow readings, visual standards, or any covered item isn’t right, we make it right.
Before
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| Service | Typical Range | What Moves the Price |
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| Nikro residential duct cleaning, single system | $340-$620 | System size, debris depth, access difficulty (crawl space vs. attic) |
| Nikro commercial duct cleaning, per air handler | $580-$1,200 | Linear footage, number of drops, containment requirements |
| Nikro UV system service (cleaning + output test) | $180-$290 | Lamp count, sleeve condition, replacement vs. cleaning |
| Nikro HEPA vacuum restoration (motor, seals, filters) | $240-$450 | Parts needed, extent of seal degradation |
Homes in newer Round Rock subdivisions with flex-duct systems from the 2018-2023 build wave often land in the lower half of these ranges - the ductwork is accessible and the debris is typically surface-layer. Older Teravista builds with rigid metal trunks and layered construction dust tend toward the higher end. Every estimate is free, written, and delivered before any commitment.
Why Round Rock Homeowners Call CleanRun Duct Cleaning Round Rock for Nikro Work

We’ve cleaned Nikro equipment in Round Rock since 2013, long enough to know which serial number ranges shipped with the older gasket compound that fails in attic heat. Our crew is background-checked and uniformed under Haven Standard Clause 3: Verified Crews. When a Nikro part is back-ordered, we can cross-reference Lennox, Trane, and Carrier equivalents from direct experience - not from a generic parts database. The 365-Day Done Right Promise is backed in writing on every job, not stated in marketing copy and forgotten. And every customer receives the full photo record, because documented evidence outperforms a verbal assurance every time.
FAQs
No. Routine maintenance and professional cleaning by an independent service provider does not void Nikro’s equipment warranty, provided no components are altered outside factory spec. We document every step with photos to protect your coverage. Call (737) 259-5752 if you need warranty documentation for your records.
Excess noise usually means the motor is working harder against blockage or seal leakage - both conditions that reduce filtration efficiency and can damage the blower. We meter the actual airflow and static pressure, then show you the numbers against Nikro’s published spec. If the unit is out of spec, we’ll quote the fix in writing before touching a tool.
PD 1000 and PD 2000 units with good housings and failed motors are usually worth repairing - the replacement motor cost runs $180-$340, against $800-$1,100 for a comparable new portable. If the housing is cracked or the filter track is worn beyond shimming, we flag replacement and explain why. No upsell, just the math.
Residential systems with standard occupancy and no pets: every 3-5 years. Homes with multiple pets, recent construction, or occupants with respiratory sensitivity: every 2-3 years. The cedar pollen load in Round Rock’s spring season accelerates buildup in return plenums, so we recommend a camera check at the 2-year mark if anyone in the home has allergies. Estimates are free - call (737) 259-5752 to schedule.
The 365-Day Done Right Promise means we return and make it right - no manager approval needed, no re-dispatch fee. The guarantee is in your job file, not a web page promise. If airflow readings or visual standards don’t match what we documented, we fix it. Period.
Written by Tomas Reyes, Owner, CleanRun Air Duct Cleaning Round Rock at CleanRun Air Duct Cleaning Round Rock, serving Round Rock and nearby areas.




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