Whole-home duct cleaning
Dryer vent cleaning
Camera inspection
Sanitizing & deodorizingWhole-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.
Air Duct Cleaning Company in Katy, TX
Air duct cleaning in Katy runs between $350 and $650 for most single-family homes, with larger two-story properties in Cinco Ranch or Firethorne occasionally reaching $800 or more depending on duct count and access. Katy’s explosive growth over the past three decades created a patchwork of HVAC systems: original units in 1990s neighborhoods, newer high-efficiency systems in master-planned communities, and a mix of flex and metal ductwork that ages differently from house to house. That’s why we never quote over the phone without seeing the system. Call (254) 347-2738 and we’ll walk you through what your home actually needs. Every job starts with a written price, before any work begins.
Why Katy Homes Are Different
Katy’s humid subtropical climate does things to ductwork that drier cities never see. Long, hot summers push air conditioners to run for months at a stretch, and the humidity that makes Katy summers feel heavy also collects inside flex ducts where condensation builds. Homes in neighborhoods south of I-10 often have attic-installed air handlers with flex duct runs that sag between supports. When flex duct sags, condensation pools in the low spots, and that’s where mold and mildew take hold. Homeowners sometimes describe a musty smell coming through the vents and assume the ducts are dirty. Half the time in Katy, the real issue is duct slope and insulation, not debris. Our technicians check both before recommending cleaning.
Katy’s housing stock compounds the problem. Original neighborhoods built in the 1970s and 1980s often still have metal ductwork, which corrodes internally over decades of humidity. Newer master-planned communities like Cinco Ranch and the areas around Katy Mills were built with flex duct in attics, which collects dust differently and is far more vulnerable to heat degradation and pest damage. Spring oak and pine pollen, plus fall ragweed, add a steady load of particulate that settles in both systems. No two Katy homes age the same way, which is why a real inspection matters more here than a generic package price.
Styles & brands we work with
Our Main Katy Services
Most Katy homeowners call us for one of two things: cleaning the air ducts that move conditioned air through the house, or clearing the dryer vent that exhausts heat and lint outside. Both jobs protect the home and the people in it, and each has its own dedicated page with full pricing and process details.
Air Duct Cleaning in Katy
Our team cleans the full duct system in Katy homes using negative-air extraction: a Nikro unit seals to the ductwork and pulls the entire system under vacuum while Rotobrush rotary agitation loosens debris at the duct walls. The vacuum keeps loosened dust from drifting back into your living space. In Katy’s humid climate, we pay particular attention to flex duct in attics, where condensation and sagging create the conditions for mold growth. Full details on pricing, process, and what to expect are on the Air Duct Cleaning in Katy page.
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Katy
A clogged dryer vent is a fire hazard, and Katy’s humidity makes lint stick to vent walls more stubbornly than in dry climates. We clean the full vent run from the dryer to the exterior termination point, including the lint trap bypass where the most dangerous buildup hides. Our technicians use professional brushes and negative-air tools to pull lint out rather than pushing it further down the line. Full details on pricing and process are on the Dryer Vent Cleaning in Katy page.
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.
Brands We Service in Katy
We service and maintain systems connected to Honeywell and Aprilaire filtration units, and our crews are trained on Rotobrush and Nikro cleaning equipment. If your system uses a specific filter housing or media cabinet, we’ll confirm compatibility before the job starts. Visit our brands to see the full range of equipment and filtration products we work with in Katy homes.
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AfterPricing for Air Duct Cleaning Company in Katy, TX
| Service | Typical range in Katy |
|---|---|
| Whole-home air duct cleaning (single system, up to 10 vents) | $350 – $500 |
| Whole-home air duct cleaning (two-story or up to 16 vents) | $450 – $650 |
| Larger homes (17+ vents, multiple air handlers) | $600 – $800+ |
| Dryer vent cleaning (standard single-story run) | $89 – $150 |
| Dryer vent cleaning (longer runs, rooftop terminations, two-story) | $150 – $250 |
| Duct sanitizing / antimicrobial fogging (add-on) | $150 – $300 |
| Flex duct repair or replacement (per affected area) | $200 – $600 |
| Air handler coil cleaning | $150 – $350 |
| Filter replacement (standard media filter) | $25 – $75 |
What pushes the price up in Katy is access: attic-installed air handlers with difficult entry, sagging flex duct that needs resecuring before cleaning can start, and homes with more vents than the original floor plan suggests. Whatever the system requires, you’ll have a written price in hand before a single vent is touched, and that price does not change when the crew arrives.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Katy
We work throughout Katy, from the original neighborhoods north of I-10 to the master-planned communities that have grown south and west over the past two decades. Most Katy jobs are scheduled within a few business days, and we coordinate arrival windows that respect your day.
- Cinco Ranch
- Katy Mills area
- Firethorne
- Old Katy
- Nottingham Country
Service Area – Cities Near Katy
Kestrel Air Duct Houston coordinates scheduling and dispatch from our Houston office, and our crews serve Katy and the surrounding communities. If you’re in Stafford, TX, Bellaire, TX, Rosenberg, TX, or Missouri City, TX, we cover those areas as well, with the same written price and 365-Day Done Right Promise on every job.
Serving Katy, TX - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Katy 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 Company in Katy
No. Air duct cleaning and dryer vent cleaning are interior maintenance work, and no Katy HOA requires approval for either service. If your home’s dryer vent terminates on the roof or through an exterior wall, the work is still considered routine maintenance. We handle the full job without involving your HOA.
Most Katy appointments are scheduled within two to four business days. We’ll give you a defined arrival window when you book, and our dispatcher is a live person who can answer questions any time of day. Call (254) 347-2738 and we’ll find a time that works for your schedule.
That’s more common in Katy than most owners expect, and it usually means the previous cleaning didn’t address the underlying cause: sagging flex duct, poor attic insulation, or a filter that’s letting fine particulate through. Our technicians inspect first and clean second. If the work falls short within the guarantee period, we return and make it right at no charge, in writing.
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 Katy Customers Say
"We just moved into a house that sat empty for a while and the vents were nasty. Kestrel showed me before and after shots at every register. The dust in the house dropped noticeably within a couple days."
- Sandra Voss"My wife's allergies were awful every morning. Had the ducts done and it's made a real difference. Tech was on time and wore booties in the house without me asking."
- Rob Pendergast"Our dryer was taking two cycles to dry a load. They cleaned the vent and pulled out a frightening amount of lint. Dries in one cycle now and honestly I feel better about the fire risk."
- Marcus Lee