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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AfterAir Duct Cleaning in Des Plaines, IL
HVAC cleaning in Des Plaines typically runs $380-$620 for a full system, with most jobs scheduled within a week. We’re CleanRun, and we dispatch crews to Des Plaines from our Chicago office to clean evaporator coils, blowers, and complete duct systems in the post-war ranch homes that dominate this city. Call (708) 683-3974 and we’ll put a written price in your hand before any work starts.
Why Des Plaines Homes Are Different
Des Plaines sits directly under O’Hare International Airport flight paths, and the jet exhaust deposits a fine gray-black particulate film on return-air grilles that our crews pull off almost weekly. Homeowners are usually shocked when we show them the buildup. Layer that onto housing stock built almost entirely between 1950 and 1975 - ranch homes and Cape Cods with original sheet-metal ductwork now 50 to 70 years old - and many systems still contain degrading fibrous internal duct liner that sheds particles into the airstream.
The Des Plaines River cuts through the city and floods with regularity. Basements take on water, and when forced-air mechanical systems sit below grade, mold establishes in ductwork and circulates through every room. Post-flood duct cleaning is a recurring call here, not an edge case. Add the ongoing O’Hare modernization construction kicking up additional dust, and Des Plaines return systems load with debris measurably faster than in Park Ridge or Elk Grove Village.
Our Main Des Plaines Services
Des Plaines homeowners call us most often for these three services, each with its own dedicated page.
Air Duct Cleaning in Des Plaines
We clean supply and return duct runs in the original sheet-metal systems common in Des Plaines ranches, using negative-pressure extraction to pull out decades of accumulated debris. The O’Hare particulate signature we find here - that gray-black film - requires agitation tools that can dislodge fine, oily buildup without damaging 60-year-old duct seams. Every run is photographed before and after. Air Duct Cleaning in Des Plaines
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Des Plaines
Dryer vents in Des Plaines’ older homes often run through long basement routes or exterior walls with multiple elbows, creating lint traps that standard brushes miss. We use Rotobrush flexible whip systems to navigate these convoluted runs and verify airflow restoration with anemometer readings. Blocked vents are a documented fire hazard, and we photograph the full duct length. Dryer Vent Cleaning in Des Plaines
Duct Repair & Sealing in Des Plaines
Original Des Plaines ductwork suffers seam separation, corroded collars, and failed fiberglass liner that sheds into occupied spaces. We repair metal seams, replace deteriorated sections, and seal with mastic rated for HVAC application. Every repair is photographed and the written scope specifies what was replaced versus what was sealed. Duct Repair & Sealing in Des Plaines
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.
BeforeAfterHVAC Cleaning in Des Plaines
Full HVAC cleaning in Des Plaines addresses the accumulated load in systems that have often run continuously since the Johnson administration. The combination of original equipment, O’Hare particulate exposure, and periodic basement flooding means coils, blowers, and air handlers here carry more biological and mechanical burden than systems in inland suburbs. We clean the full path - from return grille through the air handler to supply register - and deliver a HVAC Cleaning photo record of every component.
Evaporator Coil Cleaning
Signs you need it
Ice buildup on refrigerant lines, weak airflow from vents, or musty odor when the AC cycles on in summer.
What it costs in Des Plaines
Evaporator coil cleaning typically runs $180-$340 depending on accessibility and contamination level.
How we do it
We access the coil through the plenum - the sheet-metal box above the furnace - apply foaming cleaner, rinse with low-pressure water, and photograph the fin surface before and after.
Blower Cleaning
Signs you need it
Vibration or noise from the air handler, uneven heating between rooms, or dust puffing from vents at startup.
What it costs in Des Plaines
Blower assembly cleaning typically runs $140-$260 for removal, cleaning, and rebalancing.
How we do it
We remove the blower wheel and motor assembly, clean blades and housing with compressed air and solvent, check amp draw on reassembly, and photograph the assembly at each stage.
What HVAC Cleaning Costs in Des Plaines
| Item | Typical range in Des Plaines |
|---|---|
| Evaporator coil cleaning | $180-$340 |
| Blower assembly cleaning | $140-$260 |
| Full system HVAC cleaning | $380-$620 |
How do I know my HVAC system needs cleaning versus just a filter change?
Pull a supply register and shine a flashlight into the duct - if you see debris buildup beyond the first few feet, or if the blower compartment shows dust accumulation on the wheel blades, the system needs component-level cleaning, not just a filter swap. Call (708) 683-3974 and we’ll show you exactly what the camera sees during a free inspection.
Can HVAC cleaning help with the musty smell after my basement flooded?
Yes - flood moisture in basement ductwork breeds mold that circulates through the entire home; we treat affected runs with antimicrobial application and HEPA vacuuming, then document the before and after with photos. The 365-Day Done Right Promise applies if odor returns.
Air Quality & Sanitizing in Des Plaines
Air quality work in Des Plaines targets the specific contamination profile this city produces: jet-exhaust particulates, flood-related mold, and decades of accumulated organic debris in original ductwork. We don’t mask odors or apply generic treatments - we identify the source, treat it with application-specific products, and verify results. Our Air Quality & Sanitizing service includes full documentation.
Mold Treatment
Signs you need it
Visible mold around registers, musty odor that intensifies when the system runs, or recent basement flooding with forced-air components below grade.
What it costs in Des Plaines
Mold treatment for duct systems typically runs $450-$850 depending on linear footage affected and accessibility.
How we do it
We apply EPA-registered antimicrobial through the duct system using fogging equipment, treat the source moisture issue, and deliver lab-verifiable photo documentation of treated areas.
UV Light Installation
Signs you need it
Recurring mold despite cleaning, chronic allergy symptoms that spike when the HVAC runs, or a home with persistent humidity issues near the river.
What it costs in Des Plaines
UV-C light installation at the coil or air handler typically runs $280-$520 including hardware and mounting.
How we do it
We mount a Honeywell or Aprilaire UV lamp at the coil surface where condensation creates optimal conditions for microbial growth, wire to the blower circuit for automatic operation, and show you the bulb replacement schedule.
What Air Quality & Sanitizing Costs in Des Plaines
| Item | Typical range in Des Plaines |
|---|---|
| Mold treatment (duct system) | $450-$850 |
| UV-C light installation | $280-$520 |
| Whole-home air purifier install | $680-$1,400 |
Is mold in my ducts common in Des Plaines?
More common than inland suburbs - the Des Plaines River floodplain puts basement mechanical systems at repeated moisture exposure, and we’ve treated mold in runs that homeowners didn’t know were wet. The camera doesn’t lie, and we show you what we find before quoting any work.
Will UV lights eliminate the O’Hare soot buildup?
No - UV targets biological growth at the coil surface, not particulate filtration; for the jet-exhaust film Des Plaines homes collect, we pair UV with upgraded media filtration sized to your system’s airflow capacity. Call (708) 683-3974 and we’ll specify the right combination.
Brands We Service in Des Plaines
We stock parts and service equipment from Honeywell, Aprilaire, Rotobrush, and Nikro - brands our technicians train on and that homeowners can verify independently. Most replacement components for Des Plaines’ older systems are available without extended ordering delays. See our brands for the full equipment roster.
Pricing for Air Duct Cleaning in Des Plaines, IL
| Service | Typical range in Des Plaines |
|---|---|
| Evaporator coil cleaning | $180-$340 |
| Blower assembly cleaning | $140-$260 |
| Full system HVAC cleaning | $380-$620 |
| Mold treatment (duct system) | $450-$850 |
| UV-C light installation | $280-$520 |
| Whole-home air purifier install | $680-$1,400 |
| Standard air duct cleaning (whole home) | $320-$580 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $120-$220 |
Prices in Des Plaines trend toward the higher end when homes have original 1950s-1970s ductwork with limited access panels, or when flood damage requires additional antimicrobial treatment. Haven Standard Clause 1 requires a written price before any work starts - no exceptions, no surprises.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Des Plaines
Our crews work across Des Plaines from the riverfront floodplain neighborhoods to the O’Hare corridor. Scheduling is coordinated from our Chicago office with route density that keeps most appointments within a week’s request.
- Big Oaks
- Des Plaines Manor
- Orchard Place
- Algonquin Acres
- River Road corridor
Service Area - Cities Near Des Plaines
We serve homeowners throughout the northwest suburbs from our Chicago dispatch office. Crews are regularly in Mount Prospect, IL, Glenview, IL, Northbrook, IL, and Elk Grove Village, IL on the same routes that cover Des Plaines.
Serving Des Plaines, IL - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Des Plaines 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 Des Plaines
No permit is required for standard cleaning or sealing work; only structural duct modification or new installation triggers Des Plaines permitting. We handle any required documentation when repair work crosses that threshold, and we note permit status on your written scope.
Most Des Plaines appointments are available within 5-7 business days; post-flood emergency calls get prioritized scheduling given the mold risk in flooded basement systems. Call (708) 683-3974 for current availability.
Yes - we work in multi-unit buildings throughout the O’Hare corridor, coordinating with building management for mechanical room access and photographing only the individual unit’s duct runs per Haven Standard Clause 2.
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 Des Plaines 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."The dryer vent was almost completely blocked with lint. They showed me the photograph and I understood immediately why the dryer had been running twice."
- Lucia M.