Dryer vent cleaning
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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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- Whole-home duct cleaning
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AfterHow Much Does Dryer Vent Cleaning Cost in Pomona?
Dryer vent cleaning in Pomona typically costs $120 to $250 for a standard residential vent run, and most jobs land between $150 and $200. A short, straight vent on a single-story home sits at the low end, while a longer run with multiple elbows, a roof termination, or heavy lint buildup pushes toward the top of that range. We give you a written estimate before any work starts, so the price you agree to is the price you pay.
Dryer Vent Cleaning Cost Breakdown (2026)
Here’s what the individual pieces of a dryer vent job run in the Pomona market this year. These are estimated ranges for typical homes; your written estimate sets the final price.
| Service | Typical Estimated Range |
|---|---|
| Standard dryer vent cleaning (single-story, short run) | $120 – $175 |
| Longer run or second-story laundry room | $175 – $250 |
| Roof-terminated vent (extra access and safety setup) | $200 – $300 |
| Heavy lint and debris buildup | $50 – $100 added |
| Bird or rodent nest removal | $75 – $150 added |
| Transition duct or flexible hose replacement | $40 – $90 added |
| Dryer vent repair (crushed or disconnected duct) | $150 – $400 |
| Commercial or multi-unit dryer vent cleaning | Quoted per run |
What pushes a Pomona job up? Access is the big one. A vent that exits through the roof takes longer to reach safely than one that exits through a side wall, and that labor shows up in the price. Long runs with several 90-degree elbows collect more lint and take more passes to clear. Older homes with rigid metal duct in good shape clean faster and cost less than a house where the flexible foil hose has collapsed or come loose behind the dryer. And if we find a nest or a badly crushed section, the repair work adds to the base cleaning price, though we tell you before we do it.
What keeps it down? A short, straight run, a wall termination at ground level, and a dryer that’s been cleaned within the last year or two. If you’re not sure when yours was last done, that alone is a good reason to have it looked at.
What Affects Dryer Vent Cleaning Pricing in Pomona
Every house is different, but in Pomona these are the factors that move the number most:
- Vent length and number of turns. A ten-foot straight run clears in one pass. A twenty-five-foot run with three elbows takes multiple passes and more time, which is the main reason a longer run costs more.
- Where the vent terminates. Wall exits are quick to reach. Roof exits mean ladders, roof access, and a slower, safer setup, and that’s reflected in the price.
- Home age and duct type. Pomona has a lot of older housing stock, and some of those homes still have the original flexible foil or plastic transition hose. Those crush easily, trap lint, and sometimes need replacing rather than just cleaning.
- How long since the last cleaning. A vent that’s gone years without attention builds a dense, packed layer of lint that takes longer to break loose. Annual cleaning keeps a job in the low range.
- Nests and blockages. Birds and rodents find dryer vents appealing, especially on exterior walls. Removing a nest and sanitizing the run adds to the base price.
- Equipment and method. This is where cheap quotes and real ones part ways. Blowing air through a vent loosens lint but doesn’t scrub the walls. We use the Rotobrush contact-cleaning system, whose rotating brushes physically scrub the duct surfaces, and Nikro HEPA negative-air machines to pull the loosened debris out instead of recirculating it into your laundry room.
One more local factor: Pomona’s dry, warm inland climate means lint dries out and stays light and airborne inside the duct. That’s actually good for cleaning, because the debris releases easily under contact brushing. The catch is that light, dry lint is exactly the fuel that makes dryer vent fires spread. We treat dryer vent cleaning as a fire-prevention service first, not an efficiency add-on, and that’s why we clean the full run rather than just the section near the dryer.
How to Save on Dryer Vent Cleaning
A few practical ways to keep the price at the low end:
- Clean it annually. A vent cleaned every year never reaches the heavy-buildup surcharge. Waiting three or four years usually means a longer, more expensive job.
- Move the dryer out before we arrive. If you can slide the dryer away from the wall yourself, we save setup time, which can trim the estimate. If you can’t, no problem, we handle it.
- Bundle it with air duct cleaning. If your ducts are also due, having both done in one visit saves a second trip. We cover duct cleaning in Pomona, so one appointment can handle the whole system.
- Check the outside vent flap. Make sure the exterior hood opens freely and isn’t blocked by landscaping. A clear termination helps the run clean faster.
- Ask for a free estimate first. Call (833) 589-9571. We’ll give you a clear, upfront price based on your vent’s length, access, and condition, with no surprises added later.
We also fix what we find. If the cleaning turns up a crushed duct, a disconnected joint, or a damaged transition hose, we can repair it during the same visit instead of leaving you to schedule a second contractor. We show you what we found, with photos of the duct before and after, so you can see exactly what you paid for. That full arc, cleaning plus repair under one roof, is the reason a single appointment often solves the whole problem.
FAQs – Dryer Vent Cleaning Cost
How much does dryer vent cleaning cost in Pomona?
Dryer vent cleaning in Pomona typically runs $120 to $250, with most homes landing around $150 to $200. Roof terminations, long runs, and heavy buildup push toward the higher end. Call (833) 589-9571 for a free estimate specific to your home.
Is dryer vent cleaning worth the money?
Yes. A $150-ish cleaning removes the lint that’s the leading fuel source in dryer fires, and it also helps the dryer run more efficiently by clearing the airflow restriction. For the cost of one visit a year, you’re addressing a genuine fire risk and an appliance that has to work harder than it should. It’s the cheapest safety measure in the house.
Can you clean my dryer vent the same day I call?
Often, yes. We offer same-day service when the schedule allows. We answer 24/7 on (833) 589-9571. Fast dispatch from 7am to 7pm, Sunday through Friday, so call and we’ll book you into the next available opening.
Why is a roof vent more expensive to clean?
A roof-terminated vent costs more because the technician has to safely access the roof, set up ladders, and work from a different position than a simple wall exit. That extra access and safety prep adds roughly $30 to $80 to the job. It’s not upselling, it’s the labor and safety setup the roof access requires.
Do you also repair dryer vents, or just clean them?
We do both. If cleaning reveals a crushed duct, a disconnected hose, or a damaged transition behind the dryer, we can repair it during the same visit. Dryer vent repair typically runs $150 to $400 depending on what needs replacing. Having one crew clean it and fix it means you’re not left trying to coordinate two separate contractors.
If you’d rather just know the number for your house, we’ll come out and give you a written estimate at no charge. Call (833) 589-9571. We answer 24/7. Fast dispatch from 7am to 7pm, Sunday through Friday. We’re closed Saturday. You’ll get a clear price, a real explanation of what we found, and a vent that’s clean from the dryer all the way to the outside flap. Dryer vent cleaning is one of our three core services alongside dryer vent cleaning and air duct repair, and we treat every run as the fire-safety job it is.
Written by the team at Duct Cleaning Pomona, serving Pomona since 2015.
Pricing reflects the Pomona market as of 2026. Duct Cleaning Pomona offers free estimates – call (833) 589-9571.
What Our Customers Say
"Quoted per system rather than the bait and switch per vent pricing everybody else in town uses. The number I was told on the phone was the number on the invoice."
- Salma Aziz"Fair price and thorough work. They ran about an hour and a half past the estimated finish time, so don't schedule anything tight after."
- Travis Lawson"They photographed every return and supply before starting and sent me the file afterward. No upsell to a sanitizing treatment I didn't need."
- Grace Wong