Whole-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.
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AfterAprilaire Air Duct Cleaning in New Braunfels: What to Know First
CleanRun Duct Repair & Cleaning provides independent Aprilaire air duct cleaning in New Braunfels, with most residential systems completed in one scheduled visit and a written price delivered before any panel comes off. We charge $380-$620 for a standard whole-home Aprilaire system cleaning, depending on duct run count and accessibility. Every job includes a Documented Photo Record of every duct run, delivered as part of the standard job record.
This page is for Aprilaire owners in New Braunfels who want to know what they’re paying for, what their specific system needs, and whether the work will be documented. If you’re researching before calling, you’re the customer we built this for. Call (830) 549-6847 for a free estimate with a written price.
How Aprilaire Products Fail - and How We Fix Them
- Model 5000 Electronic Air Cleaner: The ionizing wires collect a conductive glaze from Central Texas pollen and limestone dust that reduces collection efficiency by 40% or more. We remove the cells, clean with manufacturer-approved solution, and photograph the contact points before reassembly. A shop-vac alone won’t touch the baked-on film.
- Model 600/600M Humidifier: The water panel housing develops scale from New Braunfels’ hard water (18-22 grains per gallon in most neighborhoods), which restricts airflow through the bypass duct. We descale the housing, inspect the bypass damper for free operation, and document the pressure differential before and after.
- Model 800 Steam Humidifier: Electrode chambers cake with mineral deposits faster here than in softer-water markets, causing the unit to throw false “service needed” codes. We pull the chamber, assess electrode wear against OEM spec, and clean or replace - never descale electrodes, which voids the warranty.
- Model 1210/2210/3210 Media Air Cleaners: The MERV 13 media loads unevenly when return ducts have debris dams near plenum connections, common in Gruene-area homes with flex duct from the late eighties. We clean the return trunk, replace the media, and note the pressure drop on the work order.
- Model 1820/1830/1850 Dehumidifiers: The dedicated return ductwork on whole-house units traps condensate debris at low points, restricting airflow and causing coil freeze-ups. We clean the dedicated duct run with negative-pressure extraction, check the condensate drain pitch, and photograph the coil face.
Our Aprilaire Air Duct Cleaning Process
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Inspection and photo documentation. We feed a camera through every duct run and show you the debris pattern before quoting. Haven Standard Clause 1: written price before any work starts.
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System-specific diagnosis. We identify whether your Aprilaire component needs cleaning, part replacement, or both. For Model 5000 units, we test ionizer voltage; for steam humidifiers, we check electrode conductivity.
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Parts decision with documentation. OEM Aprilaire parts when warranty applies; quality aftermarket from Guardsman or Honeywell when the unit is out of warranty and the part meets spec. We note the source on your work order.
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Negative-pressure extraction and component cleaning. Rotobrush and Nikro equipment on the ductwork; manufacturer-prescribed methods on electronic cells and humidifier housings. Every step is photographed.
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Post-cleaning verification. We re-run the camera, measure static pressure where accessible, and deliver the before-and-after photo record as a standard deliverable.
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Written guarantee. The 365-Day Done Right Promise goes on your invoice, not just our website.
BeforeAfterWhat Aprilaire Air Duct Cleaning Costs in New Braunfels
| Service | Typical Range |
|---|---|
| Standard whole-home duct cleaning (Aprilaire system, 8-14 runs) | $380-$620 |
| Model 5000 electronic cell cleaning and ductwork | $420-$680 |
| Model 800 steam humidifier service with duct cleaning | $520-$780 |
| Return-only or supply-only cleaning (partial system) | $220-$340 |
| Video inspection with written report, no cleaning | $150-$220 |
What moves the price: duct run count, attic or crawlspace access difficulty, presence of rodent debris requiring sanitizing, and whether the Aprilaire component needs part replacement beyond cleaning. We do not quote per-vent. One flat price per system, agreed in writing before work starts. Call (830) 549-6847 for your exact number.
Why New Braunfels Homeowners Call CleanRun Duct Repair & Cleaning for Aprilaire Work
Tomas Reyes, who leads our crews, learned to read ductwork at BOCES Westchester and has spent well over a decade in New Braunfels attics, including the older flex-duct systems near Gruene where debris collects silently. He shows the photo first. Explains what you’re looking at. Then talks about what happens next.
Our technicians are background-checked and uniformed under Haven Standard Clause 3: Verified Crews. We also service Lennox, Trane, and Carrier systems, so we understand how Aprilaire components integrate with other brands rather than treating them in isolation. The 365-Day Done Right Promise is backed in writing on every job. The photo record is not an upsell; it’s included.
FAQs
No, if the work follows manufacturer procedures and uses approved cleaning methods on electronic components. We document our process and note any parts sourced from Aprilaire OEM versus quality aftermarket on your work order, so the paper trail is clear if a warranty question arises later. Call (830) 549-6847 if you need clarification on your specific unit’s warranty status.
We deliver a Documented Photo Record of every duct run, before and after, as a standard deliverable on every visit. You see the debris that was there and the state of the metal after extraction. If a company won’t show you the inside of your own ducts, you’re paying for vacuum noise.
Replace if the unit is over 12 years old and needs a chamber or transformer; repair if it’s under 10 years and the issue is scale buildup or a clogged drain. We write both scenarios with prices when applicable, under Haven Standard Clause 1, so you decide from documented options rather than a verbal recommendation.
Most residential jobs run 3-5 hours, including setup, camera inspection, cleaning, component service, and photo documentation. Larger homes in the Hill Country fringe with extended duct runs may run longer; we quote the time block in writing so you’re not watching a clock.
The $79 coupon model typically covers a brief vacuum at the register, not full-system negative-pressure extraction with documented results. We charge one flat price per system, agreed before work starts, with no per-vent add-ons. Bring any competitor’s written estimate; we’ll provide a Free Second Opinion with our number next to it.
Written by Tomas Reyes, Owner, CleanRun Air Duct Cleaning New Braunfels at CleanRun Air Duct Cleaning New Braunfels, serving New Braunfels and nearby areas.