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.
Guardsman Air Duct Cleaning in Irving: What to Know First
CleanRun Duct Repair & Cleaning provides independent Guardsman air duct cleaning in Irving, TX, with written pricing delivered before any work starts and a documented photo record of every duct run completed. Most Guardsman residential systems in Irving, including those in the Las Colinas corridor and Valley Ranch, are assessed and scheduled within two business days; the cleaning itself typically takes three to five hours for a full system. We charge one flat price per system, agreed in writing under Haven Standard Clause 1, with no per-vent add-ons or post-arrival surprises. Call (682) 297-4068 for a free estimate.
This page is for Irving homeowners who have a Guardsman air handler, duct system, or air quality component and want to know what professional cleaning involves, what it costs, and whether their equipment warranty stays intact.
How Guardsman Products Fail - and How We Fix Them
- Guardsman G-Series air handlers with integrated UV-C modules: The UV lamp housing sits directly upstream of the evaporator coil in many G-Series installations we’ve seen in Irving. When the lamp burns out after its 9,000-hour rated life, homeowners often don’t notice until mold-like growth appears on the coil and begins shedding into supply duct runs. We photograph the coil condition before touching anything, replace the lamp with a Guardsman-specified bulb or verified equivalent, and clean the coil and downstream plenum with negative-pressure extraction so nothing loosens and spreads.
- Guardsman R-90 return air platforms with flex-duct connections: The R-90’s return plenum uses a pressed-fiberboard construction that softens in high attic heat, which is common in Irving from June through September. We’ve found collapsed flex sections at the R-90 inlet in more than a dozen Irving homes, particularly in older Valley Ranch builds where attic ventilation was undersized. Our fix: we document the collapse with the camera, rebuild the connection with galvanized collar and proper support strap, then clean the entire return side so the rebuilt section doesn’t pull new debris from a compromised seal.
- Guardsman Pro-Seal duct sealing adhesive in retrofit applications: Pro-Seal is an aerosolized sealant product some Irving contractors applied in the 2018-2022 window. When oversprayed, it can build a brittle film on duct liner that flakes during subsequent cleanings. We identify Pro-Seal residue before agitation, adjust our brush speed and vacuum pull to avoid breaking the film loose, and note its presence in the written job record for future technicians.
- Guardsman Merv-13 media filters in tight-fit return grilles: The Merv-13’s deeper pleat structure creates higher static pressure in systems where the return grille was sized for a 1-inch panel filter. In Irving’s clay-heavy soil zones, like parts of Hackberry Creek, that extra static load pulls more fine particulate through gasket gaps. We measure static pressure before and after filter service, clean the return boot where bypass debris collects, and recommend a properly sized filter housing if the numbers don’t come back into range.
- Guardsman whole-home dehumidifier drain lines tied into primary condensate: Several Irving homes we’ve serviced tie the Guardsman dehumidifier drain into the main HVAC condensate line with a simple wye fitting. When the primary line clogs, water backs into the dehumidifier cabinet and wicks into surrounding ductwork. We scope the condensate path with the camera, clear the obstruction, clean affected duct sections, and install a separate trap and overflow switch where the original design allows it.
Our Guardsman Air Duct Cleaning Process

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Written price delivered first. We inspect the Guardsman system, identify the model series, and deliver a flat price in writing before any panel comes off. Haven Standard Clause 1. No exceptions.
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Photo documentation of every duct run. Our technician, identified by name before arrival, inserts the camera and captures the before condition of each supply and return run. The photo doesn’t lie - let’s look at it together before we talk about next steps.
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Equipment-matched cleaning method. We select brush type and vacuum pull based on what the Guardsman system is built from: sheet metal, fiberboard, or lined flex. Rotobrush and Nikro equipment are configured per manufacturer spec for the duct material found.
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OEM or verified-equivalent parts only. If we find a failed UV lamp, collapsed connection, or damaged access panel, we source Guardsman-specified parts or cross-referenced equivalents with published compatibility data. We show you the part number before installation.
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Post-clean test and photo record. We run the system, verify airflow at each register, and photograph every run again. The complete photo record, written scope, and 365-Day Done Right Promise are delivered as standard.
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CleanRun charges one flat price per Guardsman system, agreed in writing before work begins. These are the ranges we see for typical Irving homes:
| Service | Typical Range | What Affects It |
|---|---|---|
| Guardsman residential full system cleaning (single HVAC) | $380 - $620 | System size, number of duct runs, attic vs. crawlspace access |
| Guardsman system with UV-C module service | $480 - $740 | Lamp replacement, coil condition, plenum accessibility |
| Guardsman + whole-home dehumidifier integration | $560 - $890 | Drain line scope, duct sections affected by moisture |
| Guardsman commercial air handler (up to 5 tons) | $720 - $1,200 | Ductwork complexity, after-hours scheduling if needed |
Factors that move the price: multiple HVAC zones, Pro-Seal or other sealant residue requiring adjusted technique, collapsed sections needing rebuild before cleaning, and accessibility (Irving’s older Las Colinas townhomes with finished basements sometimes need creative access). We do not charge per vent. The price we write is the price you pay. Call (682) 297-4068 for a free estimate - we’ll put the number in writing while we’re there.
Why Irving Homeowners Call CleanRun Duct Repair & Cleaning for Guardsman Work

We’ve been running service calls throughout Irving since establishing our DFW operation, including repeat visits in the Las Colinas corridor where Guardsman equipment was specified in several 2016-2020 builds. Our technicians carry cross-training on Lennox, Trane, and Carrier systems too, so when a Guardsman air handler ties into mixed-brand ductwork, we don’t stop at the nameplate.
Every job carries the 365-Day Done Right Promise in writing, not as a verbal courtesy. Every crew is background-checked and uniformed under Haven Standard Clause 3: Verified Crews. And every customer gets the photo record, because documentation is the only way to tell real work from vacuum noise. Tomas Reyes keeps a Spanish-language explanation ready for any customer who prefers it - the same detail, the same photos, no shortcuts either way.
FAQs
No, professional cleaning does not void a Guardsman warranty, provided the work is performed by qualified technicians using methods appropriate for the equipment. As an independent Guardsman service provider, we document our process and equipment settings so any warranty claim you file later has a clear service record attached. If you have a specific concern, call (682) 297-4068 and we’ll review your warranty terms before scheduling.
We source Guardsman-specified OEM parts when available and lead times are reasonable; when OEM is back-ordered, we use cross-referenced equivalents with published compatibility data that we show you before installation. We do not install unverified generic parts on Guardsman systems.
You receive a documented photo record of the inside of every duct run, before and after, as a standard deliverable on every CleanRun job. The photo record is dated, labeled by register location, and delivered with your written invoice and warranty. If a company won’t show you the inside of your own ducts, you’re paying for a sound, not a service.
Age alone doesn’t determine need; condition does. In Irving’s climate, with pollen seasons that run from February through November and dust intrusion from construction in growing areas like the SH 114 corridor, we’ve found significant debris buildup in Guardsman systems as young as four years old. The camera tells the story - we don’t recommend cleaning unless the photo record shows it’s warranted.
Repair is typically the better value when the issue is isolated - a collapsed flex section, failed seal, or contaminated liner in one run. Replacement becomes worth considering when the duct system is original to a pre-2000 home with galvanized steel in poor condition, or when multiple runs show structural failure. We give you the photo evidence and a written price for each option; the decision is yours.
Ready to see what’s actually inside your Guardsman system? Call CleanRun Duct Repair & Cleaning at (682) 297-4068 for a free estimate in Irving. We’ll deliver a written price before any work starts, and you’ll get the full photo record when the job is done.
Written by Tomas Reyes, Owner, CleanRun Air Duct Cleaning Irving at CleanRun Air Duct Cleaning Irving, serving Irving and nearby areas.




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