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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Before
AfterAir Duct Cleaning in Universal City, TX
HVAC cleaning in Universal City typically runs $380-$620 for a full system, while air quality treatments range from $240-$550 depending on scope. We’re CleanRun, and we dispatch crews to Universal City from our San Antonio office to handle the deferred ductwork maintenance that comes standard with military-rental housing stock near JBSA-Randolph. Call (830) 549-6847 and we’ll put a written price in your hand before any panel comes off.
Why Universal City Homes Are Different
Universal City sits almost entirely in the flight path of Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, and its neighborhoods are filled with tract homes built from the 1950s through the 1980s to house base personnel. These slab-on-grade ranch styles have cycled through dozens of military families on two-to-three-year PCS rotations, which means ductwork maintenance is routinely deferred or simply unknown to incoming residents.
The original sheet-metal trunk lines in older pockets off FM 78 and Pat Booker Road now share space with flex-duct add-ons from the 1990s and 2000s, creating mixed systems with 40-60 years of accumulated debris. San Antonio’s mountain cedar season, December through February, dumps some of the highest pollen counts in North America into running HVAC systems. Summer humidity past 70% combined with 100°F-plus heat turns debris-restricted ductwork into a mold risk. Local techs learn to ask the occupancy question first: many customers moved in six to eighteen months ago and have no record of prior duct service.
Our Main Universal City Services
Universal City homeowners call us most often for these three services:
Air Duct Cleaning in Universal City
We clean the full duct network, trunk to register, using negative-pressure extraction (suction that pulls debris toward the vacuum source rather than blowing it loose). In Universal City, we regularly find systems that haven’t been opened since the Reagan administration, especially in rental properties off Pat Booker Road. Every run is photographed before and after. Air Duct Cleaning in Universal City.
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Universal City
Lint accumulation in dryer vents is a genuine fire hazard, and military-rental turnover means many Universal City residents inherit a vent with years of buildup. We run a rotary brush through the full line to the exterior termination and verify airflow with a meter. Dryer Vent Cleaning in Universal City.
Duct Repair & Sealing in Universal City
Flex-duct add-ons in older Universal City homes separate at joints or sag where supports have failed, dumping conditioned air into attics or crawl spaces. We seal with mastic or replace damaged sections, then pressure-test the repair. Duct Repair & Sealing in Universal City.
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.
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Universal City’s climate and housing stock create a specific maintenance gap: mountain cedar pollen loads filters and coils through winter, while summer humidity turns dirty evaporator coils into mold incubators. HVAC cleaning addresses the components the ductwork connects to, not the ducts themselves. We photograph every component before and after, and every job starts with a written price under Haven Standard Clause 1. HVAC Cleaning covers the full component scope.
Evaporator Coil Cleaning
Signs you need it
Ice forming on the coil, weak airflow from registers, or a musty smell when the AC cycles on.
What it costs in Universal City
Evaporator coil cleaning in Universal City typically runs $180-$320.
How we do it
We access the coil through the plenum (the air distribution box), apply foaming cleaner, rinse with low-pressure water, and photograph the result.
Blower Cleaning
Signs you need it
Vibration noise from the air handler, uneven airflow room to room, or dust puffing from registers at startup.
What it costs in Universal City
Blower cleaning in Universal City typically runs $140-$260.
How we do it
We remove the blower assembly, clean the wheel and housing with compressed air and solvent, balance the rotation, and reinstall.
What HVAC Cleaning Costs in Universal City
| Item | Typical range in Universal City |
|---|---|
| Evaporator coil cleaning | $180-$320 |
| Blower cleaning | $140-$260 |
| Full HVAC cleaning (coil + blower + condenser) | $380-$620 |
How do I know if my coil is dirty or my ducts are?
Dirty coils cause ice buildup and musty smells at the air handler; dirty ducts blow visible dust from registers and aggravate allergies. We inspect both and quote only what needs work.
Can HVAC cleaning reduce my summer electric bill?
A clean coil and blower move air more efficiently, which can lower runtime; we document before-and-after airflow in CFM (cubic feet per minute) so you can see the difference.
Air Quality & Sanitizing in Universal City
Universal City’s combination of old ductwork, high military-rental turnover, and mountain cedar pollen creates conditions where biological growth and persistent odors take hold. Summer humidity above 70% with restricted airflow turns debris-laden plenums into mold habitats. We treat the source, not the symptom, and deliver a documented photo record of every treated surface. Air Quality & Sanitizing covers the full treatment scope.
Mold Treatment
Signs you need it
Visible black or green growth inside registers or the plenum, or a wet-cardboard smell when the system runs.
What it costs in Universal City
Mold treatment in Universal City typically runs $280-$480.
How we do it
We apply an EPA-registered antimicrobial to affected surfaces, run negative-pressure extraction during treatment, and photograph every treated run.
UV Light Installation
Signs you need it
Recurring mold despite cleaning, or a household member with immunocompromise who needs continuous air sterilization.
What it costs in Universal City
UV light installation in Universal City typically runs $340-$550.
How we do it
We mount a UV-C lamp in the supply plenum, wire to the blower circuit for automatic operation, and verify irradiance with a meter.
What Air Quality & Sanitizing Costs in Universal City
| Item | Typical range in Universal City |
|---|---|
| Mold treatment | $280-$480 |
| UV light installation | $340-$550 |
| Full air quality package (treatment + UV) | $520-$850 |
Does UV light kill mold already in the ducts?
UV-C prevents new growth on irradiated surfaces but does not remove existing debris; we clean first, then install the lamp to maintain the result.
Is the antimicrobial treatment safe for pets and kids?
We use EPA-registered products rated for HVAC application, ventilate thoroughly after treatment, and document the product label for your records.
Brands We Service in Universal City
We stock parts and service equipment from Honeywell, Aprilaire, and Abatement Technologies, with most common filters, UV lamps, and media available same-day. our brands
Pricing for Air Duct Cleaning in Universal City, TX
| Service | Typical range in Universal City |
|---|---|
| Full air duct cleaning (whole system) | $320-$580 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $120-$220 |
| Evaporator coil cleaning | $180-$320 |
| Blower cleaning | $140-$260 |
| Full HVAC cleaning | $380-$620 |
| Mold treatment | $280-$480 |
| UV light installation | $340-$550 |
| Duct repair & sealing (per section) | $160-$340 |
In Universal City, prices move up for systems with original sheet-metal trunk lines that require hand-cleaning, or for flex-duct add-ons with multiple separation points. Every quote is written and agreed before work starts, Haven Standard Clause 1, with no per-vent pricing and no add-on pressure.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Universal City
Crews reach all Universal City neighborhoods from our San Antonio office, typically scheduling within a few business days. We regularly work in:
- Pat Booker Road corridor
- FM 78 area
- Randolph Village
- Universal City Terrace
- Windcrest adjacents
Service Area - Cities Near Universal City
We serve the full I-35 northeast corridor, including Schertz, TX, Converse, TX, Cibolo, TX, and the broader San Antonio, TX metro. Dispatch and scheduling are coordinated from our San Antonio office; crews serve Universal City locally.
Serving Universal City, TX - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Universal City 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 in Universal City
Military renters in Universal City should check their lease; we provide a written scope and photo record that satisfies most property management companies, and we can bill the owner directly if requested.
We typically book within two to four business days; we do not claim same-day dispatch because duct cleaning is a scheduled job that requires proper setup and documentation time.
We serve off-base Universal City properties; on-base housing has its own maintenance contractors, though we can provide second opinions for privately owned homes in the Randolph area.
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 Universal City Customers Say
"Thorough job on the ducts and the dryer vent. Left the house clean and the paperwork was clear."
- Rafael I."They found a disconnected duct in the crawl space that had been dumping conditioned air under the house for years. Photographed it, quoted the repair, fixed it."
- Devon A."On time, professional, and explained what the readings meant without talking down to me."
- Warren E.