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 Lost Creek, TX
HVAC cleaning in Lost Creek typically runs $320-$580 for a full system, with most jobs scheduled within a week during cedar fever season. The ranch-style and two-story homes built here from the late 1970s through the 1990s carry long flex-duct runs that trap mountain cedar pollen and limestone dust in ways newer construction doesn’t. We dispatch crews to Lost Creek from our Dallas-Fort Worth scheduling office, and every job starts with a written price before any panel comes off. Call (737) 243-9544 for a free estimate.
Why Lost Creek Homes Are Different
Lost Creek sits where the Hill Country’s cedar belt meets west Travis County, and that geography changes what we find inside the ductwork. Every December through February, Ashe juniper releases pollen loads so intense locals call it “cedar fever season.” The pollen is extraordinarily fine and waxy, and once it pulls into a forced-air system, it coats duct interiors in a yellow-tan residue technicians recognize immediately. We’ve found this layer packed 2-3 inches deep at elbow joints in homes off Lost Creek Boulevard and Capital of Texas Highway.
The housing stock reinforces the problem. Most homes here went up during the 1970s-1990s suburban expansion, with flex-duct systems featuring long horizontal runs and tight turns that trap debris. The creek valley location at the Balcones Escarpment edge also creates humidity pockets higher than surrounding uplands. With AC running April through October, that moisture differential raises mold risk in ductwork. Limestone construction dust from nearby lot clearing adds a gritty third layer. The combination clogs filters faster and coats evaporator coils in a pattern we rarely see east of Mopac.
Our Main Lost Creek Services
Lost Creek homeowners call us most often for these three services, each with its own dedicated page and pricing.
Air Duct Cleaning in Lost Creek
We clean the full duct network, registers to plenum, using negative-pressure extraction with Rotobrush and Nikro equipment. In Lost Creek, this means dislodging compacted cedar pollen and limestone dust from 1970s-1990s flex-duct runs that newer tools can’t navigate. Every run is photographed before and after. Air Duct Cleaning in Lost Creek covers full pricing and what the photo record includes.
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Lost Creek
Lint accumulation accelerates in homes with longer vent runs through exterior Hill Country stone or stucco. We clean the full vent path from dryer to termination, verify airflow with a manometer, and photograph the interior condition. Dryer Vent Cleaning in Lost Creek has full details on fire-risk signs and written pricing.
Duct Repair & Sealing in Lost Creek
Age and pollen abrasion split flex-duct seams in Lost Creek’s older systems. We seal leaks with mastic and metal tape, replace collapsed sections, and pressure-test the repaired system. Duct Repair & Sealing in Lost Creek explains how we document before-and-after leakage rates.
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 Lost Creek
Lost Creek’s cooling season runs April through October, and the cedar pollen plus limestone dust combination coats HVAC components in a way that reduces efficiency and circulates debris back into living spaces. The 1970s-1990s systems common here were not designed for the filtration load modern air quality demands. We provide HVAC Cleaning that addresses each component specifically, with a written price before work starts and a photo record of every stage.
Evaporator Coil Cleaning
Signs you need it
Ice buildup on the coil, weak airflow from registers, or cooling bills rising without thermostat changes.
What it costs in Lost Creek
Evaporator coil cleaning in Lost Creek typically ranges $180-$340.
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
Vibration or noise from the air handler, uneven airflow room to room, or dust puffing from registers at startup.
What it costs in Lost Creek
Blower cleaning in Lost Creek typically ranges $140-$260.
How we do it
We remove the blower assembly, clean blades and housing with compressed air and solvent, balance the wheel, and reinstall with torque-checked hardware.
What HVAC Cleaning Costs in Lost Creek
| Item | Typical range in Lost Creek |
|---|---|
| Evaporator coil cleaning | $180-$340 |
| Blower cleaning | $140-$260 |
| Full HVAC system cleaning | $320-$580 |
How do I know my HVAC needs cleaning versus just the ducts?
If cooling bills rise, airflow weakens, or ice forms on the coil, the HVAC components themselves are dirty. Duct-only cleaning won’t fix these symptoms. Call (737) 243-9544 and we’ll inspect the full system, write a price for exactly what’s needed, and photograph everything we find.
Can HVAC cleaning reduce my cooling bills in Lost Creek?
Yes, a clean coil and blower restore designed airflow, so the system reaches set temperature faster and cycles less. In Lost Creek’s seven-month cooling season, that efficiency difference compounds. We’ll measure and photograph your current component condition so you can see the restriction yourself.
Air Quality & Sanitizing in Lost Creek
Lost Creek’s humidity pockets and cedar pollen create conditions where mold and bacteria colonize duct interiors, then distribute through the home every time the system cycles. The 1970s-1990s flex-duct systems here provide organic debris and surface area that newer metal ductwork doesn’t. We provide Air Quality & Sanitizing with EPA-registered treatments, written pricing before application, and photo documentation of contamination found.
Mold Treatment
Signs you need it
Musty odor at registers, visible dark spotting on duct walls in the photo record, or allergy symptoms that worsen when the AC runs.
What it costs in Lost Creek
Mold treatment in Lost Creek typically ranges $280-$520 depending on affected duct length.
How we do it
We apply an EPA-registered fungistatic treatment to all interior duct surfaces using Abatement Technologies fogging equipment, with before-and-after photo verification of coverage.
UV Light Installation
Signs you need it
Recurring mold despite cleaning, chronic respiratory irritation in household members, or a system located in a humid crawlspace or attic.
What it costs in Lost Creek
UV light installation in Lost Creek typically ranges $380-$650 including the lamp and electrical connection.
How we do it
We mount a Honeywell or Aprilaire UV-C lamp in the supply plenum, wire to the blower circuit for automatic operation, and show you the installation point in your photo record.
What Air Quality & Sanitizing Costs in Lost Creek
| Item | Typical range in Lost Creek |
|---|---|
| Mold treatment | $280-$520 |
| UV light installation | $380-$650 |
| Bacteria sanitizing | $220-$400 |
Is mold in ducts common in Lost Creek specifically?
Yes, the creek valley humidity plus long cooling season creates moisture pockets in older flex-duct systems that we don’t see in drier, newer suburbs. We inspect for it on every job and photograph what we find.
Are UV lights worth the cost for Lost Creek homes?
For homes with recurring mold or located in the humid valley pockets near the creek, yes, continuous UV-C suppression prevents re-colonization between cleanings. We’ll show you your duct conditions and write a price for both treatment and prevention options.
Brands We Service in Lost Creek
We stock parts and service equipment from Honeywell, Aprilaire, Abatement Technologies, and Guardsman, with most replacement components available for next-scheduled visit in the Lost Creek area. See our brands for full equipment compatibility.
Pricing for Air Duct Cleaning in Lost Creek, TX
| Service | Typical range in Lost Creek |
|---|---|
| Full air duct cleaning (whole system) | $280-$480 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $120-$220 |
| Duct repair & sealing (per system) | $240-$520 |
| Evaporator coil cleaning | $180-$340 |
| Blower cleaning | $140-$260 |
| Full HVAC system cleaning | $320-$580 |
| Mold treatment | $280-$520 |
| Bacteria sanitizing | $220-$400 |
| UV light installation | $380-$650 |
| Odor removal treatment | $180-$320 |
Prices push higher in Lost Creek when systems haven’t been cleaned in 5+ years, when flex-duct runs require extra access points, or when cedar pollen has compacted into solid mats requiring extended agitation. Every price is written and agreed before work starts, Haven Standard Clause 1, with no per-vent add-ons or post-arrival surprises.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Lost Creek
We schedule Lost Creek appointments with route density in mind, typically offering next-available slots within 4-7 days, sooner during post-cedar-season rushes.
- Lost Creek Estates
- Lost Creek West
- The Hills of Lost Creek
- Lost Creek Country Club area
- Capital of Texas Highway corridor
Service Area - Cities Near Lost Creek
CleanRun crews work the full west Travis County corridor and surrounding communities. We also serve Austin, TX, Jollyville, TX, Wells Branch, TX, and Pflugerville, TX from the same scheduling office, with routing optimized for prompt arrival times.
Serving Lost Creek, TX - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Lost Creek 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 Lost Creek
No permit is required for standard residential duct cleaning in Lost Creek. If our inspection finds duct repair or HVAC modification is needed, we’ll note any applicable requirements in your written scope before work begins.
Most Lost Creek appointments are available within 4-7 days. Post-cedar-season months of January through March book faster; call (737) 243-9544 to reserve a slot.
We cover the full Lost Creek area including all neighborhoods listed above and surrounding west Travis County addresses. If your home is near the Hill Country edge or in a gated section, mention it when calling so we route the appropriate equipment.
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 Lost Creek Customers Say
"Thorough job on the ducts and the dryer vent. Left the house clean and the paperwork was clear."
- Rafael I."Flat price agreed up front, no per-vent add-ons at the end. That was the whole reason I did not call the coupon company."
- Suzanne B."My allergies genuinely improved. They also told me the ducts did not need sealing, which I had been quoted for elsewhere."
- Petra K.