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Aprilaire HVAC Cleaning in Round Rock: What to Know First
CleanRun provides independent Aprilaire HVAC cleaning in Round Rock for homeowners who want the work documented, not just done. Most Aprilaire air handler and coil cleanings are completed in a single scheduled visit, with a written price delivered before we touch a single panel. We charge $280-$520 for a standard Aprilaire evaporator coil and blower cleaning, depending on access configuration and whether the plenum requires removal.
This page is for Round Rock homeowners with Aprilaire whole-home air cleaners, humidifiers, or air handlers who’ve noticed weak airflow, musty output, or a spike in energy bills. If your Aprilaire unit sits in an attic truss over a Teravista two-story or a Stone Oak Ranch single-level, the access path alone changes how we quote the job. Call (737) 259-5752 for a written estimate.
How Aprilaire Products Fail - and How We Fix Them
- Model 5000/5010 Electronic Air Cleaner: The ionizing wires collect a baked-on layer of fine particulate that reduces collection efficiency by 40% or more. In Round Rock, cedar pollen season accelerates this. We remove the cells and clean them with a dedicated solution that won’t etch the tungsten wires, then test voltage output with a calibrated meter before reassembly.
- Model 600/700 Humidifier - Water Panel Housing: Scale buildup from Round Rock’s moderately hard municipal water blocks the distribution tray, causing overflow into the ductwork below. We’ve found 3-inch debris deposits at the first elbow of the supply plenum on multiple Stone Oak Ranch jobs. We descale the tray, replace the water panel with an OEM-spec unit, and photograph the downstream duct condition.
- Model 8100/8200 ERV/HRV Core: The enthalpy core develops a film of construction dust and pollen that restricts airflow and strains the blower motor. Newer Round Rock builds (2015-2022) are especially prone due to residual drywall dust. We remove the core for gentle washing, inspect the blower wheel for imbalance, and verify cfm recovery with a manometer.
- Model 1310/2310/3310 Media Air Cleaner: The MERV 13 media collapses or bypasses when homeowners run it too long between changes, especially during Texas wildfire smoke events. We inspect the track rails for deformation, replace the media with Aprilaire-specified dimensions, and check for bypass gaps with a smoke pencil.
- Model 1820/1830/1850 Dehumidifier - Coil Frosting: The evaporator coil ices when airflow drops from a clogged return or failing blower. In Round Rock’s humid shoulder seasons, this cycles the compressor on frost control and never reaches setpoint. We clean the coil with foaming cleaner, check the blower amp draw, and verify the defrost sensor calibration.
Our Aprilaire HVAC Cleaning Process

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Camera inspection first. Tomas Reyes runs a borescope through the main trunk line and into the air handler cabinet before quoting. The camera goes in first. Then we talk.
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Written price delivered. Haven Standard Clause 1: we hand you a written scope and price before any panel comes off. No exceptions.
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OEM or verified aftermarket parts decision. For Aprilaire media and water panels, we stock OEM. For some blower components, we use quality aftermarket equivalents that meet manufacturer torque and amp specs. We state which we’re using and why.
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Negative-pressure extraction cleaning. We seal the supply and return, apply agitation with Rotobrush contact cleaning or compressed air whips depending on duct material, and extract under continuous negative pressure with Nikro or Abatement Technologies HEPA collection.
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Post-clean test and photo record. We measure static pressure before and after, run the system through a full cycle, and deliver before-and-after photos of every duct run and the Aprilaire component interior as a standard job record.
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365-Day Done Right Promise in writing. If the airflow, odor, or efficiency issue returns, we make it right. The guarantee is printed, not implied.
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| Service | Typical Range | What Moves the Price |
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| Model 5000/5010 electronic cell cleaning + test | $180-$280 | Cell count, wire condition, voltage board test needed |
| Model 600/700 humidifier service + water panel | $220-$340 | Plenum access, downstream duct cleaning required |
| Evaporator coil cleaning (any Aprilaire air handler) | $280-$420 | A-coil vs. slab coil, refrigerant recovery needed |
| Blower wheel + housing cleaning | $240-$380 | Wheel removal difficulty, motor amp test |
| Full air handler cleaning (coil, blower, cabinet) | $420-$520 | Dual-fuel configuration, electric heat strip access |
Attic installations in Round Rock’s newer subdivisions often add 45-90 minutes of access work. We state this in the written price, not after arrival. Every estimate includes the Documented Photo Record at no additional charge. Call (737) 259-5752 for a written quote - estimates are free, and we provide a Free Second Opinion on any competitor’s written estimate under the Haven Standard.
Why Round Rock Homeowners Call CleanRun Air Duct Cleaning Round Rock for Aprilaire Work

We’ve cleaned Aprilaire units in Round Rock since 2013, including jobs where the homeowner had already paid for a “cleaning” that produced no photo evidence and no change in static pressure. Our difference is documentation: every duct run photographed, every pressure reading logged, every price written before work starts.
Our technicians are background-checked and uniformed under Haven Standard Clause 3: Verified Crews. They carry Rotobrush, Nikro, and Abatement Technologies equipment, plus Aprilaire OEM media and water panels on the truck. When your system also includes Lennox, Trane, or Carrier components, we service those without a second dispatch. The 365-Day Done Right Promise applies to the integrated system, not just the Aprilaire part.
Tomas Reyes grew up in Queens, NY, where ancient apartment ductwork taught him what textbooks skip: you can’t quote what you haven’t seen. In Round Rock, that means running a camera through Teravista returns clogged with construction dust, or Stone Oak Ranch plenums packed with cedar pollen. The photo record is how we prove the work happened. It’s also how we prove it was necessary.
FAQs
No, professional cleaning by an independent service provider does not void the Aprilaire warranty, provided no components are altered or replaced with incompatible parts. We use OEM-specified media dimensions and document our work so any future warranty claim has a service record to reference. As an independent Aprilaire service provider, we are not affiliated with or authorized by Aprilaire, and we do not file warranty claims on their behalf. Call (737) 259-5752 if you need help determining whether your issue is maintenance or a warranty matter.
You receive a Documented Photo Record of every duct run and the interior of your Aprilaire component, plus before-and-after static pressure readings. If a company won’t show you what they found and what changed, you’re paying for a promise, not a result. Our photo record is included on every visit, standard, since 2013.
Most Aprilaire media air cleaners (1310/2310/3310 series) last 15-20 years with proper maintenance; electronic models (5000 series) often need cell replacement around year 10-12. We assess cabinet integrity, track rail condition, and blower compatibility before recommending replacement. If the cabinet is sound and your furnace or air handler has years left, cleaning and OEM media replacement is usually the better value. We put both options in writing.
The $79-$129 “whole system” specials typically cover a shop vac at the register and a quick filter swap. They do not include air handler access, coil cleaning, or photo documentation. Our written price covers the full scope: negative-pressure extraction, component cleaning, testing, and the photo record. Compare written scopes, not headline numbers.
Media should be replaced every 6-12 months depending on runtime and local conditions; Round Rock’s cedar pollen and periodic wildfire smoke push toward the shorter end. Full air handler and duct cleaning is typically needed every 3-5 years for most homes, sooner if you’ve done renovation, have pets, or notice reduced airflow. We inspect with a camera and tell you what we find, not what our calendar says.
Call (737) 259-5752 for a written estimate on your Aprilaire HVAC cleaning in Round Rock. Estimates are free. Bring a competitor’s written quote and we’ll put our number next to it under our Free Second Opinion policy.
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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