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 Fontana, CA
Most Fontana homes we open up have the same story: a 1960s tract house in 92335 with original rigid ducts packed with decades of desert dust, or a 1990s stucco home in 92336 where sagging flex-duct runs have pulled loose at the joints and are pulling attic air into the living space. Duct Cleaning Rialto has served Fontana since 2015 with the equipment to fix both problems, not just clean around them. Our primary service here is Air Duct Repair, because cleaning a duct system with disconnected or crushed runs is a waste of your money. Call (833) 630-3666 and we’ll diagnose what your system actually needs.
Why Fontana Homes Are Different
Fontana sits where the Cajon Pass funnels Santa Ana winds down into the Inland Empire, and those winds carry fine tan grit from the high desert straight into residential return-air systems. Add the freight rail corridor and the 10/210/15 interchange traffic, and you get a particulate load that coastal cities simply don’t see. Winter inversions trap smog against the base of the pass for days at a time, which means your HVAC system is recirculating that air through dirty ducts continuously. Fontana isn’t a city where duct cleaning is optional maintenance. It’s a city where the air outside is actively working against your indoor air quality, and your duct system is the first line of defense.
The housing stock makes it worse. The flatland neighborhoods south of Foothill Boulevard in 92335 and 92337 are full of post-WWII tract homes built with rigid sheet-metal ducts, often undersized for the AC loads these houses carry. Those ducts were never designed for 100-degree summer days with continuous runtime, and they collect dust at bends and joints fast. North Fontana in 92336 has newer stucco homes, but the flex-duct runs common there sag between supports, catch debris in the low spots, and develop leaks at connections. A Fontana duct job requires knowing which type of system you’re working in, because the approach is different.
Styles & brands we work with
- Whole-home duct cleaning
- Dryer vent cleaning
- Camera inspection
- Sanitizing & deodorizing
Our Main Fontana Services
Fontana homeowners call us most often about two things: getting the dust out of their duct system, and clearing dryer vents that the dry desert lint loads up faster than people expect. Both are handled by the same three-service operation, which means we can clean and also repair what cleaning exposes.
Air Duct Cleaning in Fontana
We clean Fontana duct systems with Rotobrush rotary-brush agitation and Nikro HEPA vacuum equipment working together. The brush breaks loose the caked-on dust and grit that Santa Ana events push into return plenums, and the HEPA vacuum captures it at the source before it can enter your living space. In older 92335 homes, we’re often the first crew to touch ducts that have been collecting dust since before the homeowner was born. The result is measurable: less dust settling on furniture within days, better airflow through the system, and filters that stay cleaner longer. Air Duct Cleaning in Fontana is the full breakdown of what we do, what it costs, and how long it takes in Fontana’s housing stock.
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Fontana
Fontana’s dry air makes lint dry and friable, and it builds up inside dryer vent runs faster than in humid climates. That lint is a genuine fire hazard when the vent is long, kinked, or exits through a roof in a two-story 92336 home. Our dryer vent cleaning is a dedicated service with the same professional equipment standard we apply to air ducts, not a quick brush-out. We pull the dryer, clear the full run from appliance to termination, and verify airflow after the job. Dryer Vent Cleaning in Fontana explains the full process and why the city’s lint loads are different from any coastal city.
Air Duct Repair in Fontana
In Fontana, duct repair usually happens for one of three reasons: rigid metal ducts in 1950s-60s homes have rusted through or separated at the seams, flex-duct runs in 1980s-2000s north-side homes have sagged and collapsed or pulled loose at the plenum, or someone’s HVAC system was installed with undersized or poorly routed ductwork from day one. Duct Cleaning Rialto has served Fontana since 2015, and we’ve seen all three patterns repeat across every ZIP code from 92334 to 92337. The point of our service is this: clean air ducts mean nothing if the duct itself is disconnected, crushed, or leaking conditioned air into an attic. Our Air Duct Repair service is the reason we can tell a homeowner their system is actually fixed, not just temporarily cleaner.
HVAC Duct Installation
Signs you need it
Rooms that never reach the thermostat setting, airflow so weak at registers you can’t feel it at arm’s length, or ducts that were never properly sized for a replacement HVAC system are all indicators that new duct installation is the real fix.
What it costs in Fontana
HVAC duct installation in Fontana typically runs $1,800 to $4,200 depending on the number of runs, the layout of the home, and whether we’re working in a tight 1960s attic or a newer two-story build.
How we do it
We assess the full run layout, remove the old ductwork, install correctly sized and sealed runs, and balance airflow at each register to match the HVAC system’s spec rather than just connecting what was there before.
Air Duct Replacement
Signs you need it
Visible rust on rigid metal duct surfaces, collapsed or kinked flex runs you can see in the attic, or ductwork that has been through a rodent infestation are the most common reasons for replacement rather than repair in Fontana homes.
What it costs in Fontana
Air duct replacement in Fontana typically costs between $2,100 and $5,600 for a full system, with partial replacements falling in the $800 to $1,800 range depending on which runs are affected.
How we do it
We remove the compromised sections or the full system, install new ductwork matched to the home’s airflow requirements, seal every joint with mastic and not tape, and verify pressure and airflow before the job is done.
Ductwork Repair
Signs you need it
Hot or cold spots in specific rooms, a musty smell that comes and goes with the AC, or higher utility bills without a change in usage all point to duct leaks or disconnections that repair can fix.
What it costs in Fontana
Ductwork repair in Fontana generally runs $275 to $650 for localized fixes like resealing a disconnected joint or patching a punctured run, with more extensive sealing work running higher.
How we do it
We locate the leak with airflow testing, reseal or reconnect the affected section using materials matched to the duct type, and confirm the fix with a pressure test before we leave.
Duct Replacement
Signs you need it
Ductwork that is beyond patching due to age, corrosion from decades of Fontana temperature swings, or damage from pests or past renovations is a candidate for replacement, especially in the older 92335 housing stock.
What it costs in Fontana
Full duct replacement in Fontana runs $2,100 to $5,600, and partial duct replacement typically falls between $800 and $1,800 depending on the number of runs and the accessibility of the attic or crawlspace.
How we do it
We take out the failed ductwork, put in new runs that are sized and routed properly for the home, seal everything with mastic, and run airflow verification at every register.
Ductwork Installation
Signs you need it
Additions or remodels that extended the home without extending the duct system, or ductless additions where a contractor ran flex in ways that sag and trap debris, are the main reasons Fontana homeowners need new ductwork installed.
What it costs in Fontana
Ductwork installation in Fontana typically runs $1,800 to $4,200, with the final figure driven by the number of new runs, the distance from the main trunk, and whether the work is in a finished or unfinished space.
How we do it
We route new duct runs from the existing system, size them to the room’s load, support them properly so they don’t sag, seal every connection, and balance the system so the new space gets the airflow it needs.
What Air Duct Repair Costs in Fontana
| Item | Typical range in Fontana |
|---|---|
| Ductwork repair (localized fixes) | $275 – $650 |
| Partial duct replacement | $800 – $1,800 |
| Full HVAC duct installation or replacement | $1,800 – $5,600 |
What pushes the price up in Fontana is attic height and accessibility: older 92335 homes have low, tight attics that add labor time, and newer 92336 two-story homes often have the system split across two levels, which adds access difficulty. We give you one flat price per system before work starts, with no per-vent pricing and no surprise charges once we’re in your attic.
Can you repair a duct without replacing the whole system?
Yes. Most duct problems in Fontana homes are localized: a disconnected joint, a crushed flex run, or a rust-through in one section of rigid duct. We repair what’s failed and leave the rest of the system alone when it’s in good condition. Call (833) 630-3666 if you want an assessment rather than an automatic replacement quote.
How long do duct repairs last in Fontana’s climate?
Sealed joints and properly supported runs last the life of the duct system in Fontana’s dry climate, because the main threats here are mechanical (wind-driven debris, attic heat cycles, past contractor work) rather than moisture. The exception is undersized original 1950s ductwork, which will always struggle under modern AC loads. If that’s what you have, we’ll tell you honestly.
Brands We Service in Fontana
We work with Honeywell and Aprilaire IAQ product lines for filtration upgrades that pair with freshly cleaned or repaired duct systems. When a Fontana home needs a media cabinet or a whole-home filter upgrade after a duct job, we recommend and install these brands because their performance data holds up in the Inland Empire’s dust conditions. See our brands for more on the equipment we service and install.
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| Service | Typical range in Fontana |
|---|---|
| Air duct cleaning (whole-home) | $450 – $850 |
| Air duct cleaning (condo/small home) | $300 – $500 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $90 – $150 |
| Ductwork repair (localized fixes) | $275 – $650 |
| Partial duct replacement | $800 – $1,800 |
| Full HVAC duct installation | $1,800 – $4,200 |
| Full air duct replacement | $2,100 – $5,600 |
| Rodent/biohazard remediation of ducts | $1,200 – $2,400 |
Fontana prices run slightly higher than coastal cities on installation-heavy work because of attic conditions in the older 92335 and 92337 tracts, where low clearances and 60-year-old framing slow the work down. Whatever the job costs, you get one flat price per system agreed before we start, and we don’t add per-vent fees or surprise line items once the work begins.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Fontana
Our crews work across the full width of Fontana, from the older flatland tracts south of Foothill through the north-side subdivisions up against the foothills. We know which neighborhoods have rigid metal ducting from the 1950s and 1960s, and which have flex-duct runs that sag and collect debris in 1980s-2000s builds.
- Southridge
- Downtown Fontana
- Walnut Village
- Northgate
- Sierra Lakes
We schedule Fontana jobs on a real timeline, not a fast-and-rushed one. Expect a work window, not a vague promise, and a phone call before we arrive.
Service Area – Cities Near Fontana
Duct Cleaning Rialto provides air duct cleaning, dryer vent cleaning, and air duct repair across the Fontana area and the neighboring Inland Empire cities. We regularly serve Bloomington, CA, Rialto, CA, Glen Avon, CA, and Pedley, CA, so if you’re just outside Fontana proper, we likely cover your street. Call us and we’ll confirm your address.
Serving Fontana, CA – Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Fontana 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 Fontana
We schedule Fontana jobs within the same week in most cases, and we run routes through the city multiple days per week. Older 92335 homes with tight attic access sometimes require a slightly longer visit, which we’ll tell you about when you schedule. Call (833) 630-3666 to get on the calendar.
For interior duct cleaning and most repairs, no HOA approval is needed because the work is inside the home’s conditioned space. For dryer vents that exit through a roof or exterior wall in master-planned communities like Sierra Lakes, your HOA may have rules about visible exterior hardware, but cleaning the run is never a problem. We’ll flag any concerns specific to your neighborhood when we quote the job.
Yes. We serve 92334, 92335, 92336, and 92337, which covers everything from the downtown flatlands to the north-side subdivisions to the foothill-adjacent streets. If you’re in a Fontana-adjacent community rather than the city proper, call (833) 630-3666 and let us check your address against our route coverage.
Call (833) 630-3666 for a free estimate on air duct cleaning, dryer vent cleaning, or air duct repair in Fontana. We’ll quote one flat price per system before any work starts, and we’ll show you before-and-after photos of what was actually in your ducts.
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 Fontana Customers Say
"Fast, fair, done right. No notes."
- Tracy Miller"Did the dryer vent while they were here for a small add on price. The dryer now finishes a load in one cycle instead of two."
- Paul Hoffman"Ran a negative air machine on the whole system rather than the shop vac on a stick that the cheap outfit down the road uses. Showed me the before and after photos from inside the trunk line and it was genuinely disgusting."
- Eduardo Flores