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Air Duct & Dryer Vent Cleaning in Portland, OR

Compare 3 local air duct & dryer vent cleaning pros. Typical service: $321–$749.

Top Air Duct & Dryer Vent Cleaning Companies in Portland

  1. 1.NW Breeze

    5.0★ (280 reviews)

    5.0★ from 280 reviews

    +15039357881Website

  2. 2.PNW Duct Cleaning

    5.0★ (264 reviews)

    5.0★ from 264 reviews

    +15033744969Website

  3. 3.Air Duct Cleaning Portland

    5.0★ (136 reviews)

    5.0★ from 136 reviews

    +15032126697Website

Air Duct & Dryer Vent Cleaning Cost in Portland

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

ServiceTypical range in Portland
Whole-house air duct cleaning$321–$749/job
Dryer vent cleaning$107–$214/job

Air Duct & Dryer Vent Cleaning prices in Portland run about 7% 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 3 companies serving Portland, rated 5.0★ on average across 680 customer reviews.

Portland Climate & Seasonal Timing

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

Last spring frost
February 26
First fall frost
November 30
Annual precipitation
42.85"
Heating degree days
4,235
Cooling degree days
413
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan37.5°46.9°6.14"
Feb38.4°50.8°4.63"
Mar41°56°4.5"
Apr44°60.8°3.4"
May48.9°67.4°2.55"
Jun53.3°72.9°1.69"
Jul57.4°79.6°0.59"
Aug58°80.1°0.71"
Sep54.2°74.6°1.54"
Oct47.6°62.9°3.42"
Nov41.4°52°6.74"
Dec36.5°45.1°6.94"

NOAA station data 2.31 miles from Portland.

Permits & Regulations in OR

No permit typically required

  • Oregon 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.oregon.gov, www.epa.gov

Air Duct & Dryer Vent Cleaning FAQs for Portland

How much does air duct cleaning cost in Portland?

Air duct cleaning for a typical Portland home runs $321-$749, depending on the number of vents and returns.

How many air duct cleaning companies serve Portland?

We track 3 air duct and dryer vent cleaning companies serving Portland.

Is duct cleaning in Portland more expensive than average?

HVAC service labor in Portland runs about +7% versus the national average.

How often should ducts be cleaned in Portland?

Every three to five years is typical; Portland runs its HVAC through about 413 cooling and 4,235 heating degree days a year, and heavy use moves more dust through the ducts.

Do duct cleaners in OR need a license?

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

Should I clean my dryer vent too in Portland?

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

How many quotes should I get for duct cleaning in Portland?

Two or three; with 3 companies serving Portland, be wary of very low flat prices that turn into upsells on site.

When is the best time for duct cleaning in Portland?

Before the heavy cooling season, when Portland highs climb toward 80F, so the system starts the summer clean.