Dryer vent cleaning is usually quoted by phone or online form with photos, and a firm price is given before the visit. Clients mainly compare the flat price, whether roof access or repairs are included, and whether you carry insurance and use proper brushes and a vacuum rather than only a leaf blower.
When to use estimates: Use estimates to provide project quotes and get client approval before starting work. Once approved, convert your estimate to an invoice with one click to collect payment.
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These set the base price and justify surcharges for roof or second-story exits.
State whether you clean the full duct, the lint trap housing, and the exterior hood so clients know what they are paying for.
Dryers behind cabinets, tight laundry closets, or ceiling ducts add time and may need extra labor.
Say that damaged hoods, crushed flex duct, or rodent screens are quoted separately if found on site.
Gas dryers and long ducts carry higher fire and carbon monoxide risks, and you may need to recommend a technician if you find issues beyond your scope.
Multi-unit jobs need per-unit pricing, a minimum fee, and a written schedule.
Prices on parts and fuel change, and a stated window limits disputes over missed appointments.
| Service | Priced | Typical range |
|---|---|---|
| Standard residential dryer vent cleaning (ground-level exit, up to 20 ft) | flat fee | $100-180 |
| Second-story or roof-exit vent cleaning | flat fee | $150-300 |
| Long or complex run surcharge (over 25 ft or multiple elbows) | per job | $30-100 |
| Vent hood or termination cap replacement | each (parts and labor) | $75-200 |
| Flex duct replacement with rigid or semi-rigid duct | per foot | $8-20 |
| Bird or rodent nest removal and screen install | per job | $75-200 |
| Video inspection or airflow test report | per vent | $40-100 |
| Apartment or multi-unit cleaning | per unit | $60-120 |
Typical US ranges. Rates vary by region, experience, and job size.
Publish a base price for ground-level exits and a higher one for second-story or roof exits. Customers see why prices differ and you avoid undercharging for harder jobs.
Include a price list for common fixes such as hood replacement and rigid duct per foot. Customers can approve them on site and you avoid return trips.
Pair dryer vent cleaning with a video inspection or an annual plan at a small discount. It raises the ticket and brings the client back each year.
Pictures of the dryer, wall, and exterior vent often reveal roof access, long runs, or damage and prevent price changes when you arrive.
Give a fixed price for standard jobs where you have run length and exit type, and a range when you have not seen the vent. State that the price is confirmed on arrival if conditions differ.
For standard residential jobs, most quote free over the phone or by photo. For large commercial or multi-building properties, a site visit fee that is credited toward the work is reasonable.
Stop, show the customer the issue with photos, and give a written price for the added work. Do not proceed with repairs until they approve.
Thirty days is common for residential work. Commercial bids with parts or labor changes may be valid for 14 to 30 days.
Use the Dryer Vent Cleaning invoice template to bill the client, or convert this estimate once it's approved.
Dryer Vent Cleaning invoice template