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 Palms, CA
Duct repair in Palms usually means fixing original flex-duct runs and shared wall-chase returns in 1940s – 1960s courtyard apartment buildings, not swapping out suburban trunk lines. Decades of tenant turnover, tight mechanical closets, and patched ducts mean Palms jobs start with finding what’s actually failing before cleaning or replacement makes sense. That’s exactly how we approach every visit here. If your unit smells like the neighbor’s cooking or dust returns days after cleaning, call (833) 631-4988 and we’ll trace the ductwork properly.
Why Palms Homes Are Different
Palms is a dense, renter-heavy neighborhood of two- and three-story stucco low-rises and courtyard apartment buildings just inland from Santa Monica. Most of the housing stock dates to the 1940s through 1960s, and that means small per-unit HVAC systems, flexible ducting that has been patched more than once, and shared or stacked duct runs between units. In one Palms courtyard complex, a tech cleaning a ground-floor unit regularly finds wall-chase returns pulling air from the unit above, which explains why tenants complain about odors that seem to come from nowhere in their own apartment.
The local climate shapes this work too. Palms sits close enough to the coast to get cool marine-layer evenings, but warm and dry enough inland that heating and cooling use stays moderate all year. HVAC systems here don’t cycle hard enough for seasonal debris to be the main issue. Instead, dust, lint, and tenant turnover drive buildup. A unit that sat vacant for months before a new lease, or one that cycled through four tenants in three years, typically has far more settled debris in its ducts than weather would ever explain. That pattern is what makes Palms duct work different from single-family suburban jobs.
Styles & brands we work with
- Whole-home duct cleaning
- Dryer vent cleaning
- Camera inspection
- Sanitizing & deodorizing
Our Main Palms Services
Palms property owners call us most about two things: cleaning ducts in aging apartment units and clearing dryer vents in stacked laundry closets. Both jobs have their own full pages here, but this is the quick picture.
Air Duct Cleaning in Palms
Cleaning ducts in Palms is not a quick vacuum pass. The original flexible duct runs in these 1940s – 1960s buildings collapse, tear, and collect debris in ways that require a contractor-grade system to reach. We run Rotobrush and Nikro equipment through every accessible run, which gets the dust and lint that ordinary vacuums leave behind. In stacked and shared systems, we also check where returns pull from neighboring units, because that’s often the real source of a tenant’s dust complaint. See the full breakdown at Air Duct Cleaning in Palms.
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Palms
Palms apartment buildings often share dryer stacks, with multiple units feeding into one vertical vent run. Lint builds up quickly in those shared runs, and because many of these buildings have decades of deferred maintenance, the clogs are worse than what you’d see in a single-family laundry room. Built-up lint is a leading cause of dryer fires, and that risk concentrates fast in older multi-unit buildings. We clean the full vent path, not just the visible section behind the dryer. Details are at Dryer Vent Cleaning in Palms.
Air Duct Repair in Palms
Air duct repair in Palms is different from repair in most of Los Angeles. The 1940s and 1960s courtyard buildings here run original flexible ducting through tight mechanical closets, and after decades of tenant turnover and patch jobs, those runs develop tears, kinks, and disconnected joints. In mild Palms weather the HVAC system does not cycle hard enough to expose every problem at once, so a small tear can go unnoticed for months while it pulls dust and neighboring-unit air into a tenant’s space. We repair what we find, not just clean around it. Our full process is described on the Air Duct Repair hub page.
HVAC Duct Installation
Signs you need it
Missing duct sections, collapsed flex runs, or a system so far deteriorated that cleaning would not restore airflow are the main indicators for new duct installation in Palms.
What it costs in Palms
HVAC duct installation in Palms typically runs $1,800 – $3,200 for a small apartment system, depending on access and how much of the original run can be reused.
How we do it
We remove the failed sections, fabricate replacements to fit the existing chase or closet footprint, and seal every joint before testing airflow at each register.
Air Duct Replacement
Signs you need it
When original flex ducting has multiple tears, mold staining, or airflow loss that patch repair cannot resolve, replacement is the honest fix in Palms’s older buildings.
What it costs in Palms
Air duct replacement in Palms generally lands between $900 and $2,400 per unit for a typical apartment’s main trunk and branch runs.
How we do it
We pull the failed flex runs, install new insulated duct sized for the existing HVAC unit, and rebalance airflow so every room gets its intended share.
Ductwork Repair
Signs you need it
Visible sagging, disconnected joints, or a room that never reaches the set temperature while others do points to repairable damage rather than full replacement.
What it costs in Palms
Ductwork repair in Palms usually costs $275 – $700 for localized tears, disconnected joints, and crushed sections in accessible runs.
How we do it
We locate the damaged section, cut out the failed material, and seal in new flex or sheet-metal patches with mastic and metal-backed tape rated for HVAC use.
Duct Replacement
Signs you need it
When a single trunk line is too deteriorated to patch and airflow to half the unit is gone, partial duct replacement is the practical scope in Palms.
What it costs in Palms
Partial duct replacement in Palms typically runs $700 – $1,800 per run, depending on length, access, and whether the chase needs opening.
How we do it
We replace the failed run with new insulated flex or sheet metal, reconnect it at both ends, and seal the entire path before testing static pressure.
Ductwork Installation
Signs you need it
A Palms building with no functional duct system after a remodel or HVAC replacement needs new ductwork designed and installed, not just patched.
What it costs in Palms
Ductwork installation in Palms spans $1,500 – $3,000 for a typical one-bedroom unit with moderate access, before any drywall repair.
How we do it
We lay out the shortest practical duct path from the HVAC closet to each register, install the runs, and seal the entire system before commissioning.
What Air Duct Repair Costs in Palms
| Item | Typical range in Palms |
|---|---|
| Localized ductwork repair | $275 – $700 |
| Partial duct replacement | $700 – $1,800 per run |
| Full HVAC duct installation | $1,800 – $3,200 |
Access is the biggest price variable in Palms. Tight mechanical closets and chases behind original plaster can add labor hours to what would otherwise be a straightforward repair.
How long does duct repair take in Palms apartment buildings?
Most localized repairs finish in three to five hours. Partial replacement in a 1960s courtyard unit can run a full day because of closet access and chase work. Call (833) 631-4988 for a realistic timeframe.
Can you repair shared duct stacks in Palms courtyard buildings?
Yes. We regularly work on shared and stacked duct runs in Palms. Repairs to a shared return require coordinating access across units, so scheduling takes a little longer. Call (833) 631-4988 to walk through your building’s layout.
Brands We Service in Palms
We work on and stock parts for Honeywell and Aprilaire components alongside our core duct work, and we use Rotobrush, Nikro, and Abatement Technologies equipment on Palms jobs. Turnaround on Honeywell and Aprilaire parts is typically same-week in the 90034 ZIP code. See our brands for the full picture.
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| Service | Typical range in Palms |
|---|---|
| Air duct cleaning, small apartment unit | $350 – $600 |
| Air duct cleaning, 2 – 3 bedroom apartment | $500 – $900 |
| Air duct cleaning, multi-unit building (per floor) | $800 – $1,600 |
| Dryer vent cleaning, single run | $120 – $250 |
| Dryer vent cleaning, shared stacked run | $250 – $500 |
| Localized ductwork repair | $275 – $700 |
| Partial duct replacement | $700 – $1,800 per run |
| Full HVAC duct installation | $1,800 – $3,200 |
| Air duct replacement | $900 – $2,400 per unit |
| Ductwork installation | $1,500 – $3,000 |
In Palms, access drives price upward faster than square footage. Tight 1940s mechanical closets, wall-chase returns behind original plaster, and multi-unit scheduling can all add labor. You get one flat price per system agreed before work starts, no per-vent pricing and no surprise add-ons once the van is there.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Palms
We cover all of Palms’s 90034 ZIP code, including the densest stretches of courtyard apartments near Motor Avenue and the older post-war bungalow pockets south of Palms Boulevard. Our scheduling for Palms is built around multi-unit building access, so response time for a first visit is usually within two to three business days depending on tenant coordination.
- Palms Boulevard corridor
- Motor Avenue apartment district
- Veteran Avenue courtyard blocks
- National Boulevard edge
- Exposition-adjacent units
Service Area – Cities Near Palms
Duct Cleaning Brentwood serves Palms and the surrounding Westside neighborhoods. We work regularly in Cheviot Hills, CA, Beverlywood, CA, Pico-Robertson, CA, and Mar Vista, CA. The same crews and equipment cover all of these areas, so the pricing and approach stay consistent.
Serving Palms, CA – Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Palms 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 Palms
For tenant-occupied units, yes, you’ll need landlord or management approval before we start. For owner-occupied units in Palms HOAs, duct work inside your unit is typically your responsibility, but shared runs may require board coordination. We can provide a scope-of-work summary to help with approvals. Call (833) 631-4988.
First visits in Palms are usually scheduled within two to three business days. Multi-unit buildings with shared chases may take longer because we coordinate access across tenants. Call (833) 631-4988 and we’ll confirm a window for your specific building.
Yes. We serve the entire 90034 ZIP code in Palms, from the courtyard complexes near the Expo Line to the post-war bungalows south of Palms Boulevard. There is no travel surcharge within Palms itself. Call (833) 631-4988 for a free estimate.
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 Palms Customers Say
"My wife's allergies had been bad in this house since we moved in. It's been two months since they did the ducts and it's noticeably better. Not a miracle, but real."
- Kevin Tran"Older house, weird setup, previous owner did some creative things. He didn't sigh or roll his eyes, he just figured it out. Took him a while but he got there."
- Doug Ackerman"Found a disconnected run in the crawlspace while they were in there and told me about it rather than cleaning around it."
- Nisha Reddy