Dryer vent cleaning businesses are usually solo operators or small crews who clean lint from dryer exhaust ducts in homes, apartments, and small commercial laundries. Invoices typically cover a standard vent cleaning, roof or wall termination work, repairs such as replacing a vent hood or flex duct, and inspection or airflow findings.
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Most residential work is a flat fee per vent, based on run length, number of elbows, and whether the exit is at ground level, on the second story, or on the roof. Many companies set a base price that covers a run up to about 15 to 20 feet, then add charges for longer runs, roof access, or heavy blockage. Repairs and parts such as new hood caps, rigid duct, clamps, and bird guards are billed as separate line items with a materials markup. Multi-unit properties and laundromats are often priced per unit or per machine, with a volume discount and a service agreement. Annual maintenance plans and add-ons like lint trap deep cleaning or a video inspection are common ways to raise the average ticket.
| 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.
| Description | Qty | Rate | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dryer vent cleaning, second-story exit, approx. 22 ft run with 2 elbows | 1 flat fee | $175.00 | $175.00 |
| Replace damaged vent hood with louvered cap and install bird guard | 1 each | $95.00 | $95.00 |
| Replace crushed 4 in. foil flex duct behind dryer with semi-rigid duct | 6 feet | $12.00 | $72.00 |
| Remove bird nest from exterior termination | 1 job | $60.00 | $60.00 |
| Post-cleaning airflow check and written report | 1 per vent | $40.00 | $40.00 |
| Total | $442.00 | ||
Notes: Vent was about 70 percent blocked on arrival; airflow at the exterior hood tested normal after cleaning. Payment due on completion by card, check, or cash. Parts carry a 90-day warranty. Recommend cleaning every 12 months.
Clients often own multiple properties, and landlords need to know which unit or vent was serviced.
These details justify the price and explain any surcharge for long runs or roof access.
A note such as partial blockage or crushed duct documents the need for service and protects you if the dryer has problems later.
Hoods, clamps, duct, and screens should be listed separately so clients can see what repairs cost and so you can track materials.
Before and after readings or photos give clients proof of the work and support recommended follow-up service.
Many property managers and insurers ask for proof of coverage, and some cities require a business license on paperwork.
It sets expectations for repeat visits and makes it easier to book annual cleanings.
Residential customers usually pay on completion by card, check, cash, or a digital payment link, since the job is short and the ticket is small. Deposits are rare for single-vent jobs but reasonable for large multi-unit or commercial contracts. Property managers and commercial accounts typically pay on net 15 or net 30 terms, and a late fee of 1.5 percent per month is common if stated in advance. For recurring maintenance plans, bill annually or per visit and keep a written service schedule on file.
Ask for the exit location, approximate duct length, and photos before booking. A roof exit or a 30-foot run takes far longer than a short ground-level vent, and a flat price that ignores it cuts your margin.
Photos of the lint buildup, damaged duct, and the clean exit document your work. Attach them to the invoice so clients understand any repair charges and are less likely to dispute them.
Keep the cleaning price clean and put hoods, duct, and nest removal on their own lines. Clients accept add-ons more easily when each cost is visible, and you can track what parts earn.
Note the next recommended cleaning date on the invoice and offer a reminder or a discounted yearly rate. Repeat customers cost far less to serve than new ones.
Travel and setup time cost the same whether you clean three units or thirty. A minimum trip fee for small batches keeps property jobs profitable.
Most companies charge a flat fee based on run length and exit type because customers want a clear price up front. Hourly rates are more common for repair-heavy jobs or unusual commercial work where the scope is unclear.
Finish the cleaning, tell the customer what you found, and get approval before doing repairs. Then add the hood, duct, or other parts as separate line items on the invoice with a short description of the problem.
It depends on your state. Some states tax services, some tax only the parts you sell, and some tax neither. Check with your state revenue department or a tax professional, and show tax separately on the invoice if you charge it.
Per-unit pricing from about $60 to $120 is typical, with lower rates for larger batches. Put the unit numbers on the invoice so the property manager can match them to the work schedule.
Yes. State what is covered, such as parts for 90 days, and what is not, such as new blockages from damaged ducts you advised replacing. It sets clear limits if the customer calls back.
Send a Dryer Vent Cleaning estimate for approval, then turn it into an invoice when the work is done.
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