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.
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AfterTrusted HVAC Cleaning for Round Rock Homeowners
HVAC cleaning in Round Rock typically runs $280-$650 for a complete system service, and every job starts with a written price delivered before any work begins. See our guide to how much HVAC Cleaning costs for what drives pricing. CleanRun Duct Repair & Cleaning has served this market since 2013, with every one of our 52,000+ jobs documented with before-and-after photos of every duct run and component cleaned. Call (737) 259-5752 for a written estimate with no obligation.
We’re based right here in Round Rock, not dispatched from Austin with a surcharge for crossing the Williamson County line. We also offer HVAC Cleaning - Pflugerville and nearby communities with the same local crew model. Our crews know the specific equipment installed in homes built during the 2015-2025 boom in neighborhoods like Forest Creek, Behrens Ranch, and Paloma Lake, where tight construction envelopes and high-efficiency systems create particular maintenance needs. The pollen load from the Blackland Prairie hits these systems hard, and we’ve documented the difference it makes.
Our owner, Tomas Reyes, established the Haven Standard in 2013 because the duct cleaning industry in Central Texas was selling vacuum noise and mystery invoices. Every CleanRun technician is background-checked, uniformed, and identified by name before arrival under Haven Standard Clause 3: Verified Crews. The equipment on every truck includes Rotobrush, Nikro, and Abatement Technologies systems, not hardware-store attachments.
What Our HVAC Cleaning Service Includes
Most Round Rock homeowners who call us have already had their air ducts cleaned elsewhere, or suspect their HVAC system is the source of persistent dust, uneven temperatures, or rising energy bills. Our Round Rock HVAC Cleaning service addresses the mechanical components that move and condition air, not just the ducts that transport it. HVAC cleaning addresses the mechanical components that move and condition air, not just the ducts that transport it. Here’s what we clean, when each service is necessary, and what our crew documents on every visit.
Evaporator Coil Cleaning
The evaporator coil sits inside your air handler or furnace, and it’s where refrigerant absorbs heat from your home’s air to create cooling. In Round Rock’s humid subtropical climate, this coil runs wet for months at a stretch, making it a magnet for dust, pollen, and microbial growth that insulates the metal and forces your compressor to run longer. CleanRun removes the coil assembly when accessible, applies foaming cleaner formulated for aluminum fins, and documents the before-and-after with photos delivered as part of your job record. A dirty coil can raise your electric bill 20-40% during peak summer months.
Blower Cleaning
The blower motor and wheel push conditioned air through your ductwork, and when the wheel blades collect dust, the imbalance reduces airflow to every room. We see this frequently in Round Rock homes with pets or recent construction, where fine particulate bypasses the filter and adheres to the blower assembly. Our crew removes the blower housing, cleans the wheel and motor housing with negative-pressure extraction, and rebalances the assembly before reinstallation. The photo record shows the blade-by-blade difference.
Condenser Cleaning
Your outdoor condenser unit rejects the heat removed from your home, and the aluminum fins on its coils are exposed to every element: cottonwood fluff in spring, limestone dust from area construction, and grass clippings from routine mowing. When fins clog, head pressure rises and the compressor works harder, shortening its lifespan. CleanRun straightens bent fins with a specialized comb, applies foaming cleaner, and rinses with low-pressure water to avoid fin damage. We document fin density and any corrosion pitting, particularly on units within a mile of the Chisholm Trail or other high-traffic corridors where road particulate concentrates.
Air Handler Cleaning
The air handler is the enclosure that houses your blower, evaporator coil, and often your heat strips or secondary heat exchanger. It’s the central junction of your HVAC system, and debris accumulation here distributes to every room. Our service includes cleaning the internal cabinet, drain pan, and primary drain line, plus inspection of the secondary drain and float switch. In Round Rock’s hard-water environment, drain pans develop mineral scale that traps organic material and creates odors; we remove this mechanically and document the pan condition. A clogged primary drain in August, when attic temperatures exceed 130°F, can overflow and cause ceiling damage within hours.
Heat Exchanger Cleaning
The heat exchanger separates combustion gases from your breathing air during heating season, and any soot buildup indicates incomplete combustion that wastes fuel and risks carbon monoxide intrusion. CleanRun inspects heat exchangers with a borescope camera, documents any cracks or deterioration, and cleans accessible surfaces without disassembling sealed combustion chambers. We flag any finding that requires a licensed HVAC contractor’s repair before cleaning continues. This is not a step every duct cleaner performs; it’s part of our scope because the component affects both efficiency and safety.
Coil Treatment
After mechanical cleaning, we apply a non-rinse antimicrobial treatment to evaporator coils and drain pans where biological growth is present. This is not a substitute for physical cleaning, but a follow-up that addresses residual organic film in the porous aluminum oxide layer. The treatment we use is EPA-registered for HVAC applications and does not coat the coil with an insulating film. We note in your written job record whether treatment was applied, which product, and why the technician recommended it.
What happens when you call
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A real person answersNo phone trees - you reach a local pro.
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You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched.
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A background-checked tech heads outLicensed & insured, dispatched right away.
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You approve before work beginsNothing starts until you say go.
Brands We Service for HVAC Cleaning
We’ve cleaned and serviced hundreds of Honeywell air handlers and electronic air cleaners in Round Rock homes, particularly the F100 and F200 media air cleaner series installed as original equipment in many 2018-2022 builds in Teravista and Stone Oak. We stock replacement media for common Honeywell configurations and document filter pressure drop during each service to verify the system is not overloading the blower.
Aprilaire whole-home dehumidifiers and ventilation controllers appear frequently in the higher-efficiency homes of Forest Creek and La Frontera, where tight envelopes require mechanical ventilation. Our crews are familiar with the Model 1820 and 1830 dehumidifier coils, which require specialized cleaning to preserve the refrigerant charge and drain pump function. We also service Nikro and Abatement Technologies equipment on the commercial side, and our residential crews cross-train on these systems for the occasional installation in large custom homes. Whether you have Honeywell, Aprilaire, Carrier, Trane, Lennox, or any other make, we can clean it and document the work.
BeforeAfterSigns You Need HVAC Cleaning Right Now
- Uneven temperatures room to room. When your blower wheel is caked with dust, it can’t push design airflow through distant duct runs. We measure this with a digital anemometer at each register and compare to manufacturer specifications. The photo record shows why the master bedroom in your Round Rock home stays 6 degrees warmer than the thermostat setting.
- Energy bills climbing without rate changes. A dirty evaporator coil or condenser raises the system’s workload measurably. We’ve documented 30% efficiency recovery after cleaning coils that hadn’t been serviced in three years, common in homes purchased from builders who offered no maintenance guidance.
- Musty or chemical odors when the system cycles on. Microbial growth in the evaporator cabinet or drain pan produces distinct smells that air fresheners won’t reach. The camera shows what’s living in there; the written scope tells you what we’re removing and how.
- Visible dust puffing from registers when the blower starts. This indicates debris accumulation in the supply plenum, the main trunk that distributes air to your duct runs. It’s often accompanied by dirty blower conditions and requires cleaning both components to stop the recirculation.
- System short-cycling or running continuously without reaching setpoint. Restricted airflow from dirty components triggers safety limits and comfort failures. We see this call frequently in August from Round Rock homeowners whose systems were “working fine” in April but can’t keep up when the heat index exceeds 105°F.
Our HVAC Cleaning Process - Step by Step
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Written price delivered before work starts. Haven Standard Clause 1 requires a fixed, itemized price in writing before any panel is removed. Our technician inspects accessible components, identifies what requires cleaning, and presents the scope and price. You approve it, or we leave with no charge for the visit. There is no “call for a quote” at CleanRun.
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Component access and initial photo documentation. The technician photographs each component in its pre-service condition: evaporator coil, blower assembly, condenser fins, drain pan, and heat exchanger if applicable. These images are time-stamped and become part of your permanent job record.
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Mechanical cleaning with professional-grade equipment. We use Rotobrush contact cleaning for blower wheels, Nikro negative-pressure extraction for cabinet debris, and Abatement Technologies HEPA-filtered vacuums for fine particulate. Condenser coils receive foaming cleaner and fin combing. The specific tools are noted in your written scope.
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Post-cleaning verification and second photo set. Every cleaned component is photographed again, with the technician’s work notes describing what was found and what was removed. We measure airflow at registers before and after when blower cleaning is performed, and record the difference.
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Written job record delivery and 365-Day Done Right Promise activation. You receive the complete photo record, the itemized scope, and the written warranty. If any aspect of the work is not right, we make it right within one year. This is not a policy subject to manager approval; it’s Haven Standard Clause 5, printed on every invoice.
How Much Does HVAC Cleaning Cost in Round Rock?
A typical evaporator coil cleaning in Round Rock runs $180-$320, depending on accessibility and whether the coil requires removal from the plenum. Blower cleaning ranges $150-$260. Full system HVAC cleaning, including coil, blower, condenser, air handler cabinet, and heat exchanger inspection, typically falls between $480-$720 for residential systems up to 5 tons. Condenser-only service runs $120-$200, and coil treatment adds $45-$85 when recommended.
Several factors move the price within these ranges. Attic-mounted air handlers in Round Rock’s newer neighborhoods often require additional access time and safety setup. Systems with multiple zones or variable-speed blowers have more complex assemblies. Heavy biological contamination requiring extended contact time with cleaning agents adds labor. We price these conditions specifically, not with a flat rate that hides surprises in the fine print.
The estimate is free, delivered in writing, and valid for 30 days. We also offer a Free Second Opinion on any competitor’s written estimate; bring it to us and we’ll put our number next to it, item by item, so you can compare actual scope rather than headline prices. The $79 coupon special that becomes a $600 invoice once the truck arrives is the standard we were founded to replace. Call (737) 259-5752 for your written estimate.
HVAC Cleaning Near Round Rock - Our Service Area
CleanRun crews operate from our Round Rock base, with typical drive times under 25 minutes to HVAC Cleaning in Brushy Creek, HVAC Cleaning in Wells Branch, and throughout the northern Austin metro. We regularly service Pflugerville, Hutto, Cedar Park, Georgetown, Leander, and Manor, with occasional scheduling to Jollyville, Taylor, and inner Austin neighborhoods. Our home territory is the corridor along I-35 and the Toll 1 corridor where Round Rock’s residential growth has concentrated since 2015. We do not charge travel fees within this service radius; the written price covers the complete scope, including our time on the road.
Serving Round Rock, TX - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Round Rock area and know this community well. Use the map below to see our service coverage - if you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
Frequently Asked Questions - HVAC Cleaning in Round Rock
HVAC cleaning addresses the mechanical components that heat, cool, and move air: evaporator coils, blower motors, condensers, and air handlers. Air duct cleaning removes debris from the sheet metal or flex ducts that distribute conditioned air. Many Round Rock homeowners need both, but they are distinct services with different pricing and documentation. CleanRun provides either or both, with separate line items on every written estimate.
A single-component service like blower or condenser cleaning typically takes 90-120 minutes. Full system cleaning, including coil, blower, condenser, and air handler, requires 3-4 hours for thorough documentation and verification. We schedule adequate time; the crew does not rush to meet an artificial quota. Call (737) 259-5752 to discuss your system’s specific requirements.
Complete HVAC cleaning for a standard residential system in Round Rock typically costs $480-$720, with individual components ranging $120-$320 depending on accessibility and condition. Every estimate is written, itemized, and delivered before work begins under Haven Standard Clause 1. We do not quote per-vent or teaser prices that change on arrival. Call (737) 259-5752 for your specific written estimate.
Yes. CleanRun technicians clean and service Honeywell, Aprilaire, Carrier, Trane, Lennox, and all other major residential HVAC brands. We stock common replacement media and document compatibility with your specific model in the written job record. If your system uses less common equipment, we verify specifications before arrival.
All calls are answered by a live person, 24 hours a day, and we schedule urgent service for conditions that affect system safety or habitability, such as suspected heat exchanger damage or complete airflow failure in extreme heat. We do not, however, manufacture urgency for routine maintenance; the industry’s “emergency” pricing is often a surcharge for standard service. Your written price reflects actual scope, not the day of the week.
Every job is backed by the 365-Day Done Right Promise: if the work is not right, we make it right, in writing on every invoice under Haven Standard Clause 5. This covers workmanship and documentation accuracy, not manufacturer defects in equipment we did not install. The promise is activated automatically; no registration or manager approval is required.
Clear a 3-foot workspace around your indoor unit and ensure the circuit breaker is accessible. If your system is in the attic, verify pull-down stair access is unobstructed. We do not require you to move furniture covering registers; we work around your home as found. The technician will call 30 minutes before arrival and identify themselves by name under Haven Standard Clause 3: Verified Crews.
Schedule Your HVAC Cleaning Service in Round Rock Today
Call (737) 259-5752 to speak with a live person and schedule your free, written estimate. Every CleanRun job in Round Rock includes a written price before work starts, a Documented Photo Record of every component cleaned, and the 365-Day Done Right Promise backed in writing. No coupons, no surprises, no vacuum noise sold as professional service. Tomas Reyes and the CleanRun team have documented 52,000+ homes since 2013; yours is next.
Written by Tomas Reyes, Owner at CleanRun Duct Repair & Cleaning, serving Round Rock since 2013.