Los Angeles homes tend to be older than many people expect. The median year homes were built in the area is 1964, so many houses still run on original or decades-old ductwork that has had years to collect dust, debris and moisture. With roughly 3.9 million people across the area and a housing stock where only about 37% of homes are owner-occupied, demand for air duct cleaning is steady, and homeowners and renters alike are looking for reliable help. This page lists about 73 local pros, and… Read more
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4221 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90010, USA
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1438 N Vista St, Los Angeles, CA 90046, USA
Based in Los Angeles1371 W Exposition Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90018, USA
Based in Los Angeles320 S Rampart Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90057, USA
Based in Los Angeles211 E 87th St, Los Angeles, CA 90003, USA
Serves Los Angeles2725 W 15th St, Los Angeles, CA 90006, USA
Based in Los Angeles9532 S Central Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90002, USA
Serves Los Angeles527 S Wilton Pl
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700 Flower St Ste 411, Los Angeles, CA 90017, USA
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973 E 42nd St, Los Angeles, CA 90011, USA
Based in Los Angeles2235 W 26th Pl, Los Angeles, CA 90018, USA
Based in Los Angeles6808 Stanford Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90001, USA
Serves Los Angeles28 Ducommun St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA
Based in Los Angeles1633 Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026, USA
Based in Los Angeles155 W 45th St, Los Angeles, CA 90037, USA
Based in Los Angeles1933 1/2 Hillhurst Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90027, USA
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1553 Lucretia Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90026, USA
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Based in Los Angeles2825 Folsom St, Los Angeles, CA 90033, USA
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221 E 111th St, Los Angeles, CA 90061, USA
Serves Los Angeles3251 W 6th St, Los Angeles, CA 90020, USA
Based in Los Angeles4008 W Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90019, USA
Based in Los Angeles9801 S Alameda St, Los Angeles, CA 90002, USA
Serves Los AngelesFlorence-Graham E 81st and Compton, Los Angeles, CA 90001, USA
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4619 E Cesar E Chavez Ave, East Los Angeles, CA 90022, USA
Serves Los Angeles1520 W 8th St, Los Angeles, CA 90017, USA
Based in Los Angeles2501 Cincinnati St, Los Angeles, CA 90033, USA
Based in Los Angeles6808 Stanford Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90001, USA
Serves Los Angeles122 E 85th St, Los Angeles, CA 90003, USA
Serves Los Angeles2045 E 74th St, Los Angeles, CA 90001, USA
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1551 Echo Park Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90026, USA
Based in Los Angeles621 E 83rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90001, USA
Serves Los Angeles925 NORTH LA BREA AVENUESTE 500, Los Angeles, CA 90038, USA
Based in Los Angeles4900 S Central Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90011, USA
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1720 Laurel Canyon Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90046, USA
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Typical cost
$300–$500
typical U.S. range
Local pros
36
listed on this page
Cooling demand
1,247
annual degree days
Heating demand
1,083
annual degree days
Good to know: Experts suggest cleaning air ducts every 3–5 years.
Cost is a typical U.S. range, not a quote. Climate = annual degree days (NOAA); population from the U.S. Census.
Los Angeles homes tend to be older than many people expect. The median year homes were built in the area is 1964, so many houses still run on original or decades-old ductwork that has had years to collect dust, debris and moisture. With roughly 3.9 million people across the area and a housing stock where only about 37% of homes are owner-occupied, demand for air duct cleaning is steady, and homeowners and renters alike are looking for reliable help. This page lists about 73 local pros, and about 30 of them have a Google rating of 4.0 or higher from at least five reviews.
Air duct cleaning means having a technician clean the supply and return ducts, and often the registers, grilles and blower area, so that dust, debris and buildup are removed from the airflow path. Typical costs for this service in the U.S. fall between $300 and $500, though the final figure depends on the size of the home, the number of vents and the condition of the system. When comparing local pros in Los Angeles, look for licensing and insurance, read recent reviews for detail about the work, ask whether the price includes registers and equipment cleaning, and confirm what the written estimate covers before any work begins. Pros with manufacturer or industry certifications, such as NATE or EPA-related training, can be useful points of comparison, but always verify credentials directly.
Compare the listed pros side by side, weigh their reviews and experience, and request a quote from more than one before choosing.
Los Angeles has a mixed climate that places real demand on both cooling and heating equipment. The area averages about 1,247 annual cooling degree days and about 1,083 annual heating degree days, according to NOAA. Average summer temperatures near 80°F keep air conditioners running for long stretches, especially during heatwaves, when blowers pull air through ducts for hours at a time. Average winter temperatures around 50°F mean furnaces and heat pumps also work consistently, particularly during cold snaps. Because the system runs through both seasons, dust, pet hair, and debris can build up in the ducts across the year and be pushed into living spaces every time the blower starts.
That mix of seasonal demand has practical effects for duct cleaning. Heavy summer cooling use can strain a system that is already restricted by dirty ducts, which can reduce efficiency and push up energy bills. With residential electricity priced around 32.54 cents per kWh, gains in airflow and system efficiency can be meaningful over time. Homeowners in older Los Angeles housing stock should also consider that ducts installed decades ago may have gaps, leaks or poor insulation, which a professional inspection can identify before or during a cleaning appointment.
