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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Before
AfterAir Duct Cleaning in Lakewood, CO
Full-system HVAC cleaning in Lakewood typically runs $380-$620 for a single-family home, with air quality and sanitizing treatments adding $180-$340 depending on scope. At CleanRun, every job starts with a written price delivered before work begins - no exceptions, no per-vent math, no surprise line items after the truck arrives. Crews coordinate dispatch from our Denver office and serve Lakewood neighborhoods directly. Call (720) 799-2292 for a written estimate.
Lakewood’s position at the foot of the Jefferson County foothills creates a duct contamination profile we don’t see in eastern suburbs. Downslope winds carry wildfire smoke particulates from mountain communities like Evergreen and Conifer into western neighborhoods, while the city’s 1950s-70s ranch housing stock - especially in Applewood and Green Mountain - contains original ductwork now 50-70 years old that has rarely been professionally cleaned. That combination of aged sheet-metal systems and acute smoke exposure means Lakewood jobs routinely show heavier debris loads and more degraded interior liners than comparable homes in Aurora or Thornton.
Why Lakewood Homes Are Different
At roughly 5,400 feet, Lakewood’s low humidity keeps fine dust and ash particles lighter and airborne longer, cycling them through duct systems more aggressively than in humid lower-altitude cities. The downslope Chinook winds that funnel out of the foothills don’t just bring temperature swings; they drive smoke and particulate from mountain-side fires directly into western Lakewood neighborhoods, creating contamination spikes that coastal or plains-city duct cleaners rarely document.
The housing stock compounds this. Lakewood expanded rapidly westward through the 1950s, 1960s, and 1970s, producing large tracts of ranch and split-level homes in Applewood and Green Mountain whose original sheet-metal and early flex-duct systems have often never been opened. Pre-1980 homes in these neighborhoods sometimes carry duct insulation wrap or mastic tape that may contain asbestos, a discovery that requires our technicians to halt cleaning and refer to abatement before proceeding. In Applewood specifically, we regularly find original galvanized trunk-and-branch ductwork with degraded fiberglass interior liner actively shedding glass fibers into the airstream - a failure mode tied directly to that neighborhood’s 1958-1968 build-out.
Our Main Lakewood Services
Most Lakewood homeowners who call CleanRun are dealing with one of three issues: accumulated debris in aging ductwork, restricted airflow from damaged or leaky runs, or post-wildfire-season contamination. Each service has its own Lakewood page with full pricing and scope details.
Air Duct Cleaning in Lakewood
We clean the full supply and return network with negative-pressure extraction - a vacuum system that pulls debris out while agitation tools loosen it from duct walls. In Lakewood’s 1950s-70s homes, this often reveals degraded fiberglass liner or heavy Rocky Mountain dust loads that newer systems don’t carry. Every run is photographed before and after, and the photo record is delivered with the written invoice. Air Duct Cleaning in Lakewood
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Lakewood
Dryer vent blockages are a leading cause of house fires, and Lakewood’s older homes often have original vent runs that are too long, too convoluted, or terminated in now-code-violation locations. We clean the full run from appliance to termination, photograph the lint load removed, and note any routing or material issues in the written report. Dryer Vent Cleaning in Lakewood
Duct Repair & Sealing in Lakewood
Original sheet-metal ductwork in Lakewood’s ranch-era homes frequently separates at seams, leaks at register boots, or loses insulation wrap to age and rodent activity. We seal with mastic and mechanical fasteners, replace damaged sections with matched materials, and photograph every repair. The written scope specifies what was found and what was corrected. Duct Repair & Sealing in Lakewood
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.
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Full HVAC cleaning in Lakewood addresses the entire forced-air system - not just the ducts, but the components that generate and move conditioned air. In this city’s foothills-proximate climate, evaporator coils and blower assemblies accumulate a distinctive mix of wildfire smoke particulate, Rocky Mountain dust, and pollen that reduces efficiency and recirculates into living space. Our crews use Rotobrush and Nikro equipment for agitation and extraction, and every component is photographed before and after as part of the standard job record. HVAC Cleaning is available as a standalone service or bundled with duct cleaning.
Evaporator Coil Cleaning
Signs you need it
Ice buildup on the coil, reduced airflow from registers, or a musty odor when the AC cycles on in summer.
What it costs in Lakewood
Evaporator coil cleaning typically runs $180-$280 in Lakewood.
How we do it
We access the coil through the plenum - the air distribution box above the furnace - apply foaming cleaner, rinse with low-pressure water, and extract runoff before it reaches the blower compartment.
Blower Cleaning
Signs you need it
Vibration or noise from the air handler, uneven heating or cooling between rooms, or dust puffing from registers when the system starts.
What it costs in Lakewood
Blower assembly cleaning typically runs $140-$220 in Lakewood.
How we do it
We remove the blower motor and wheel, clean each blade and the housing with compressed air and solvent, balance the wheel, and photograph the debris load before reassembly.
What HVAC Cleaning Costs in Lakewood
| Item | Typical range in Lakewood |
|---|---|
| Evaporator coil cleaning | $180-$280 |
| Blower assembly cleaning | $140-$220 |
| Full HVAC system cleaning (coil + blower + air handler) | $380-$620 |
How do I know the HVAC components were actually cleaned?
Every component is photographed before and after, and those images are delivered with your written invoice as part of the standard Documented Photo Record - Haven Standard Clause 2. Call (720) 799-2292 for a written estimate.
Can HVAC cleaning help after wildfire smoke season?
Yes - smoke particulates settle on coils and blower surfaces, then recirculate when the system restarts; cleaning removes the reservoir and restores designed airflow. Call (720) 799-2292 to schedule.
Air Quality & Sanitizing in Lakewood
Air quality and sanitizing in Lakewood targets the contaminants that survive standard cleaning: mold colonies in humid sections of ductwork, bacteria on coil surfaces, and the persistent smoke odor that wildfire seasons deposit in porous duct liner. At roughly 5,400 feet with low humidity, Lakewood’s climate keeps fine particles suspended longer, but micro-climates inside duct runs - especially in shaded exterior walls of 1960s ranch homes - can sustain mold growth that standard agitation won’t address. We apply EPA-registered treatments with documented dwell times and deliver before-and-after photos of treated surfaces. Air Quality & Sanitizing is quoted with a written price before any chemical is introduced.
Mold Treatment
Signs you need it
Visible growth on register boots or inside duct runs, a persistent musty smell when the system runs, or recent water intrusion into the duct system.
What it costs in Lakewood
Spot mold treatment typically runs $220-$380 in Lakewood; full-system treatment runs $450-$780.
How we do it
We apply an EPA-registered antimicrobial with specified dwell time, mechanically remove visible growth, and treat adjacent surfaces to prevent spread; all treated areas are photographed before and after.
UV Light Installation
Signs you need it
Recurring mold or bacterial growth despite cleaning, or a household member with compromised immunity who needs sustained air-stream sterilization.
What it costs in Lakewood
UV-C light installation typically runs $340-$580 in Lakewood, including the lamp and mounting hardware.
How we do it
We mount a Honeywell or Aprilaire UV-C lamp in the supply plenum, wire it to the blower circuit for automatic operation, and show the customer the installation point in the photo record.
What Air Quality & Sanitizing Costs in Lakewood
| Item | Typical range in Lakewood |
|---|---|
| Spot mold treatment | $220-$380 |
| Full-system antimicrobial treatment | $450-$780 |
| UV-C light installation (lamp + hardware) | $340-$580 |
Is the sanitizing chemical safe for pets and kids?
We use EPA-registered products with specified re-entry times, typically 2-4 hours after application; the written scope includes the product name and safety data sheet reference. Call (720) 799-2292 for specifics.
How long does UV light last before replacement?
UV-C lamps lose effective output after roughly 9,000 hours of operation, typically 12-14 months in a cycling HVAC system; we note installation date in your written record and call to schedule replacement. Call (720) 799-2292 to book installation.
Brands We Service in Lakewood
Our crews carry parts and service equipment from Honeywell, Aprilaire, Rotobrush, and Nikro, with most common filters, UV lamps, and sealing materials stocked for same-visit completion. Our brands page lists full compatibility. Turnaround on ordered parts is typically 24-48 hours through our Denver supply chain.
Pricing for Air Duct Cleaning in Lakewood, CO
| Service | Typical range in Lakewood |
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| Full air duct cleaning (single system) | $380-$620 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $140-$220 |
| Evaporator coil cleaning | $180-$280 |
| Blower assembly cleaning | $140-$220 |
| Full HVAC system cleaning | $380-$620 |
| Spot mold treatment | $220-$380 |
| Full-system antimicrobial treatment | $450-$780 |
| UV-C light installation | $340-$580 |
| Duct repair & sealing (per system) | $280-$520 |
Prices in Lakewood push toward the higher end when homes have original 1950s-70s ductwork with degraded liner requiring careful handling, or when wildfire season deposits heavy particulate loads that demand extended agitation time. Every price is written and agreed before work starts - Haven Standard Clause 1 - with no per-vent calculations or post-arrival add-ons.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Lakewood
Our crews work across Lakewood’s full footprint, with scheduling coordinated from our Denver office to keep response times consistent throughout the city. These are the neighborhoods we most commonly document in our job records:
- Applewood
- Green Mountain
- Bear Creek
- Belmar
- Casa Bonita / 6th Avenue corridor
Most appointments are scheduled within 2-4 business days, with emergency response available for post-fire contamination events.
Service Area - Cities Near Lakewood
CleanRun serves the full Denver metro from our dispatch office, with regular appointments in Denver, CO, Englewood, CO, Greenwood Village, CO, and Thornton, CO. Crews carry the same equipment roster, the same written-price protocol, and the same Documented Photo Record standard to every job regardless of city.
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 or HVAC component cleaning in Lakewood; permits apply only to duct replacement or structural modifications, which we handle through Jefferson County if needed. Call (720) 799-2292 to confirm scope before scheduling.
We prioritize existing customers and new calls from affected foothills-proximate neighborhoods within 24-48 hours of air quality returning to safe levels for crew work; scheduling is coordinated from our Denver office to match crew availability with contamination severity.
Most Lakewood HOAs require 24-48 hour notice for service vehicle parking but do not restrict the work itself; we carry proof of insurance and background-check documentation for any HOA office that requests it, per 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
"On time, professional, and explained what the readings meant without talking down to me."
- Warren E."Thorough job on the ducts and the dryer vent. Left the house clean and the paperwork was clear."
- Rafael I."They found a disconnected duct in the crawl space that had been dumping conditioned air under the house for years. Photographed it, quoted the repair, fixed it."
- Devon A.