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 Lakeway, TX
Whole-system HVAC cleaning in Lakeway typically runs $450-$850 for homes between 3,000 and 5,500 square feet, with most jobs completed in a single visit. The combination of oversized custom homes, multi-zone systems, and cedar pollen loads that exceed anything recorded in Austin proper means Lakeway ductwork accumulates debris faster and in greater volume than flatter, less-wooded suburbs to the north. We dispatch crews from our Austin office and coordinate scheduling locally; call (737) 252-1285 for a written estimate delivered before any work begins.
Why Lakeway Homes Are Different
Lakeway sits inside the densest concentration of Ashe juniper in the United States. From December through February, cedar release events push pollen counts past 10,000 grains per cubic meter, and peaks above 20,000 are common. This ultra-fine pollen infiltrates return-air intakes and coats duct interiors far more aggressively than in Austin or Cedar Park, making post-cedar-season cleaning a functional necessity rather than a routine upsell.
The housing stock compounds the problem. Most Lakeway homes were built between the mid-1990s and 2010s at 3,000-5,500 square feet with multi-zone systems and long flex-duct runs prone to sag and debris pooling. In the original planned-resort core along Lakeway Drive, technicians regularly find 1970s-era flexible duct sections that have partially collapsed or kinked over 40-plus years, trapping decades of cedar pollen, limestone construction dust, and organic debris that upstream owners never disclosed. Standard filter checks miss these conditions entirely.
Near-continuous AC operation from May through September, driven by 100°F-plus summers, means systems run without meaningful off-seasons. Debris accumulates year-round instead of settling during winter downtime.
Our Main Lakeway Services
Homeowners in Lakeway call us most often for these three services:
Air Duct Cleaning in Lakeway
We clean every duct run with negative-pressure extraction, photographing the interior before and after each section. In Lakeway’s large custom homes, this means addressing 20-40 individual runs across multiple zones, with particular attention to flex-duct sag points where cedar pollen and limestone dust collect. Every job concludes with a Documented Photo Record delivered to the customer. Air Duct Cleaning in Lakeway covers full-scope pricing and what the photo record includes.
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Lakeway
Lint accumulation in dryer vents is a fire hazard that builds faster in homes running multiple loads weekly. We inspect the full vent path from appliance to termination, remove blockages with professional-grade tools, and verify airflow with a meter reading documented in the job record. Dryer Vent Cleaning in Lakeway details our process for homes with roof terminations or extended horizontal runs common in the area’s larger floor plans.
Duct Repair & Sealing in Lakeway
Collapsed flex duct, disconnected joints, and deteriorated sealing tape cost Lakeway homeowners hundreds in wasted cooling each summer. We locate leaks with pressure testing, repair or replace damaged sections, and seal the system to spec. Duct Repair & Sealing in Lakeway explains how we address the kinked and sagging runs typical of homes built in the 1990s-2000s.
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 Lakeway
HVAC cleaning in Lakeway addresses the evaporator coils, blowers, condensers, and air handlers that cedar pollen and fine organic particulates overwhelm during the Hill Country’s extended cooling season. Multi-zone systems in 3,000-5,500 square foot homes run harder and longer than standard suburban setups, and components that would last a decade elsewhere often need attention in six to eight years. Our HVAC Cleaning service hub details equipment and methods; below is what Lakeway homeowners specifically encounter.
Evaporator Coil Cleaning
Signs you need it
Ice formation on the coil, reduced airflow from registers, or a system that runs continuously without reaching set temperature.
What it costs in Lakeway
Evaporator coil cleaning in Lakeway typically ranges from $280 to $450, with accessibility through tight attic spaces in larger homes pushing toward the higher end.
How we do it
We access the coil through the plenum, apply foaming cleaner, rinse with low-pressure water, and photograph the before and after condition for the job record.
Blower Cleaning
Signs you need it
Unbalanced airflow between rooms, vibration or noise from the air handler, or dust visible at registers immediately after filter changes.
What it costs in Lakeway
Blower cleaning and balancing in Lakeway generally runs $220 to $380 depending on whether the blower assembly requires removal from a confined attic space.
How we do it
We remove the blower assembly, clean the wheel and housing with compressed air and solvent, balance the wheel, and reinstall with torque verification.
What HVAC Cleaning Costs in Lakeway
| Item | Typical range in Lakeway |
|---|---|
| Evaporator coil cleaning | $280 - $450 |
| Blower cleaning and balancing | $220 - $380 |
| Full HVAC system cleaning (coil, blower, condenser) | $650 - $950 |
How do I know my HVAC system needs cleaning and not just a filter change?
Restricted airflow after installing a new filter, ice on the coil, or temperature stratification between rooms indicates component-level contamination a filter cannot address. Call (737) 252-1285 and we’ll inspect the coil and blower with a written scope before any work.
Can HVAC cleaning reduce my summer electric bills in Lakeway?
Clean coils and balanced blowers restore designed airflow, reducing runtime; Lakeway homeowners with 1990s-2000s systems often see measurable load reduction during peak summer months. We document pre- and post-cleaning amp draw when accessible.
Air Quality & Sanitizing in Lakeway
Air quality and sanitizing in Lakeway targets the microbial load that cedar pollen, live oak debris, and extended humidity inside ductwork create. Homes with 40-year-old original duct sections or water intrusion from corroded condensate lines harbor conditions that standard cleaning alone cannot resolve. Our Air Quality & Sanitizing service hub covers equipment specifications; below are the treatments Lakeway conditions most often require.
Mold Treatment
Signs you need it
Musty odor at registers, visible growth on duct interior surfaces in the photo record, or occupants with unexplained respiratory symptoms during AC season.
What it costs in Lakeway
Whole-system mold treatment in Lakeway ranges from $450 to $750, with severity and duct accessibility as the main variables.
How we do it
We apply EPA-registered fungicide through the duct system with controlled fogging equipment, verify contact time, and follow with HEPA vacuuming of treated surfaces.
UV Light Installation
Signs you need it
Recurring microbial growth after cleaning, chronic mustiness in the return plenum, or a home with known water damage history.
What it costs in Lakeway
UV-C light installation at the coil or return plenum in Lakeway typically costs $380 to $620 including the lamp, ballast, and electrical connection.
How we do it
We mount a Honeywell or Aprilaire UV-C fixture at the coil surface, wire to the air handler’s 24V circuit, and verify irradiance with a meter reading recorded in the job file.
What Air Quality & Sanitizing Costs in Lakeway
| Item | Typical range in Lakeway |
|---|---|
| Whole-system mold treatment | $450 - $750 |
| UV-C light installation | $380 - $620 |
| Combined sanitizing package (mold treatment + UV) | $750 - $1,150 |
Is UV light installation worth it in Lakeway’s climate?
Extended AC season and high organic particulate load create ideal conditions for coil microbial growth; UV-C at the coil surface prevents regrowth between cleanings. We install Honeywell and Aprilaire units with verified output specs.
How do I verify mold treatment was actually performed?
Our Documented Photo Record shows pre-treatment contamination and post-treatment condition of the same duct sections, and we provide the fungicide product label and contact-time log with the invoice. Haven Standard Clause 1 requires written documentation of every applied treatment.
Brands We Service in Lakeway
We stock parts and service equipment from Honeywell, Aprilaire, Nikro, and Abatement Technologies, with common filters, UV lamps, and coil cleaners carried on every Lakeway truck. Most replacement components are available same-day; specialized Aprilaire media and Honeywell UV lamps ordered from our Austin office typically arrive within 24 hours. See our brands for full equipment specifications.
Pricing for Air Duct Cleaning in Lakeway, TX
| Service | Typical range in Lakeway |
|---|---|
| Whole-system air duct cleaning (3,000-4,000 sq ft) | $450 - $650 |
| Whole-system air duct cleaning (4,000-5,500 sq ft) | $650 - $850 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $150 - $280 |
| Duct repair and sealing (per zone) | $320 - $580 |
| Evaporator coil cleaning | $280 - $450 |
| Blower cleaning and balancing | $220 - $380 |
| Full HVAC system cleaning | $650 - $950 |
| Mold treatment | $450 - $750 |
| UV-C light installation | $380 - $620 |
| Combined sanitizing package | $750 - $1,150 |
Price in Lakeway is driven primarily by system size, duct accessibility in attic spaces, and whether original 1970s flex duct requires repair before cleaning can proceed. Every job starts with a written price under Haven Standard Clause 1; the figure on the invoice matches the figure on the estimate, with no per-vent add-ons or post-arrival upsells.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Lakeway
We work across the full Lakeway city limits, from the original Lakeway Drive corridor through the hills west of RM 620. Crews dispatch from our Austin office and typically schedule Lakeway jobs with morning arrival windows to accommodate the area’s road network.
- Lakeway Highlands
- Serene Hills
- Flintrock Falls
- The Hills of Lakeway
- Original Lakeway (Lakeway Drive corridor)
Service Area - Cities Near Lakeway
CleanRun serves homeowners throughout the Austin metro’s western and northern corridors. We regularly schedule alongside Lakeway jobs in Leander, TX, Cedar Park, TX, Brushy Creek, TX, and Jollyville, TX. Dispatch and routing are coordinated from our Austin office to minimize drive time and keep arrival windows reliable.
Serving Lakeway, TX - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Lakeway 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 Lakeway
Standard air duct cleaning and HVAC maintenance do not require permits in Lakeway; duct replacement or modification affecting structural elements may need review through the city’s building division. We identify permit triggers during our initial inspection and include any required filings in the written scope.
We typically book Lakeway appointments within three to five business days, with flexibility for post-cedar-season rushes in January and February. All scheduling is handled by live operators, not automated systems, and we confirm arrival windows by text the evening before.
We accommodate gate codes, designated parking, and vendor insurance documentation common to Lakeway’s master-planned communities. Technicians are background-checked and uniformed under Haven Standard Clause 3, and we provide certificate of insurance on request before the scheduled date.
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 Lakeway Customers Say
"My allergies genuinely improved. They also told me the ducts did not need sealing, which I had been quoted for elsewhere."
- Petra K."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."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.