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Air Duct & Dryer Vent Cleaning in San Jose, CA

Compare 6 local air duct & dryer vent cleaning pros. Typical service: $404–$942.

Top Air Duct & Dryer Vent Cleaning Companies in San Jose

  1. 1.Donald's Air Ducts

    4.8★ (86 reviews)

    4.8★ from 86 reviews

    +14086000767Website

  2. 2.MFJ Air Duct Cleaning

    4.8★ (62 reviews)

    4.8★ from 62 reviews

    +16696006004Website

  3. 3.RooJet Air Duct Cleaning Service

    5.0★ (14 reviews)

    5.0★ from 14 reviews

    +14088545585Website

  4. 4.Air Duct Watch Crew

    5.0★ (11 reviews)

    5.0★ from 11 reviews

    +14088268147Website

  5. 5.Clear Air Duct Force

    5.0★ (7 reviews)

    5.0★ from 7 reviews

    +14082394991Website

  6. 6.Air Pulse Ultimate Ducts

    5.0★ (2 reviews)

    5.0★ from 2 reviews

    +14085130015Website

Air Duct & Dryer Vent Cleaning Cost in San Jose

Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.

ServiceTypical range in San Jose
Whole-house air duct cleaning$404–$942/job
Dryer vent cleaning$135–$269/job

Air Duct & Dryer Vent Cleaning prices in San Jose run about 35% above the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.

Quotes on this page come from 6 companies serving San Jose, rated 4.9★ on average across 182 customer reviews.

San Jose Climate & Seasonal Timing

What San Jose's weather means for scheduling air duct & dryer vent cleaning.

Last spring frost
January 13
First fall frost
December 18
Annual precipitation
15.82"
Heating degree days
2,257
Cooling degree days
636
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan42°58.1°3.07"
Feb44.7°61.9°3.11"
Mar46.6°65.7°2.54"
Apr48.6°69.3°1.18"
May52.4°74.3°0.51"
Jun56°79.1°0.1"
Jul58.1°81.9°0.02"
Aug58.3°81.9°0.02"
Sep56.8°80.1°0.18"
Oct52.5°74°0.8"
Nov46°64.3°1.68"
Dec41.9°58°2.61"

NOAA station data 6.13 miles from San Jose.

Permits & Regulations in CA

No permit typically required

  • California does not require a state occupational license for house cleaning, carpet cleaning or pressure washing
  • Cleaning businesses still need any local business license, plus state business registration if operating as a company
  • Pressure-washing runoff carrying detergents, paint chips or grease must not be discharged to storm drains under the Clean Water Act and local stormwater rules

License required: No state occupational license for residential cleaning

Sources: www.cslb.ca.gov, www.epa.gov

Air Duct & Dryer Vent Cleaning FAQs for San Jose

How much does air duct cleaning cost in San Jose?

Air duct cleaning for a typical San Jose home runs $404-$942, depending on the number of vents and returns.

How many air duct cleaning companies serve San Jose?

We track 6 air duct and dryer vent cleaning companies serving San Jose.

Is duct cleaning in San Jose more expensive than average?

HVAC service labor in San Jose runs about +34.5% versus the national average.

How often should ducts be cleaned in San Jose?

Every three to five years is typical; San Jose runs its HVAC through about 636 cooling and 2,257 heating degree days a year, and heavy use moves more dust through the ducts.

Do duct cleaners in CA need a license?

In CA, California does not require a state occupational license for house cleaning, carpet cleaning or pressure washing. Duct cleaning in San Jose needs no permit; any repair to the HVAC equipment itself needs a licensed HVAC contractor.

Should I clean my dryer vent too in San Jose?

Yes -- a clogged dryer vent is a fire risk, and most San Jose duct cleaners add it for far less than a separate visit.

How many quotes should I get for duct cleaning in San Jose?

Two or three; with 6 companies serving San Jose, be wary of very low flat prices that turn into upsells on site.

When is the best time for duct cleaning in San Jose?

Before the heavy cooling season, when San Jose highs climb toward 82F, so the system starts the summer clean.