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Air Duct & Dryer Vent Cleaning in Birmingham, AL

Compare 4 local air duct & dryer vent cleaning pros. Typical service: $240–$559.

Top Air Duct & Dryer Vent Cleaning Companies in Birmingham

  1. 1.Standard Heating, Cooling & Plumbing

    4.9★ (1,994 reviews)

    4.9★ from 1994 reviews

    +12053222679Website

  2. 2.Aire Serv of Birmingham

    4.9★ (1,132 reviews)

    4.9★ from 1132 reviews

    +12052039366Website

  3. 3.Ethridge Heating and Air

    4.9★ (1,118 reviews)

    4.9★ from 1118 reviews

    +12054286935Website

  4. 4.Dryer Vent Superheroes of Birmingham

    5.0★ (167 reviews)

    5.0★ from 167 reviews

    +12057198754Website

Air Duct & Dryer Vent Cleaning Cost in Birmingham

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

ServiceTypical range in Birmingham
Whole-house air duct cleaning$240–$559/job
Dryer vent cleaning$80–$160/job

Air Duct & Dryer Vent Cleaning prices in Birmingham run about 20% below 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 4 companies serving Birmingham, rated 4.9★ on average across 4,411 customer reviews.

Birmingham Climate & Seasonal Timing

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

Last spring frost
March 26
First fall frost
November 11
Annual precipitation
53.72"
Heating degree days
2,678
Cooling degree days
2,058
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan33.8°53.8°4.84"
Feb37.1°58.4°4.53"
Mar43.7°66.7°5.23"
Apr50.5°74.4°4.38"
May59.7°81.5°4.99"
Jun67.7°87.7°4.38"
Jul71.4°90.8°4.8"
Aug70.8°90.6°3.93"
Sep64.3°85.1°3.9"
Oct52.9°75.3°3.44"
Nov43.5°65.4°4.85"
Dec36.3°55.9°4.45"

NOAA station data 4 miles from Birmingham.

Permits & Regulations in AL

No permit typically required

  • Alabama 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: hblb.alabama.gov, www.epa.gov

Air Duct & Dryer Vent Cleaning FAQs for Birmingham

How much does air duct cleaning cost in Birmingham?

Air duct cleaning for a typical Birmingham home runs $240-$559, depending on the number of vents and returns.

How many air duct cleaning companies serve Birmingham?

We track 4 air duct and dryer vent cleaning companies serving Birmingham.

Is duct cleaning in Birmingham more expensive than average?

HVAC service labor in Birmingham runs about -20.1% versus the national average.

How often should ducts be cleaned in Birmingham?

Every three to five years is typical; Birmingham runs its HVAC through about 2,058 cooling and 2,678 heating degree days a year, and heavy use moves more dust through the ducts.

Do duct cleaners in AL need a license?

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

Should I clean my dryer vent too in Birmingham?

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

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

Two or three; with 4 companies serving Birmingham, be wary of very low flat prices that turn into upsells on site.

When is the best time for duct cleaning in Birmingham?

Before the heavy cooling season, when Birmingham highs climb toward 91F, so the system starts the summer clean.