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 HVAC Cleaning in Irving: What to Know First
We provide independent Guardsman HVAC cleaning in Irving for evaporator coils, blower assemblies, condensers, air handlers, and heat exchangers. Most Guardsman systems in Irving homes are completed in a single scheduled visit, with a written price delivered before any panel comes off. Typical whole-system HVAC cleaning runs $340-$620 depending on access, contamination level, and whether the coil requires chemical treatment.
This page is for Irving homeowners with Guardsman equipment installed between 2015 and 2022, especially those in the Las Colinas corridor and Valley Ranch subdivisions where we’ve found these units paired with flex-duct systems that complicate access. If your Guardsman air handler is showing reduced airflow, ice formation, or musty odors at the registers, the issue is often in the coil or blower, not the ductwork itself. Call (682) 297-4068 for a free written estimate.
How Guardsman Products Fail - and How We Fix Them
- Guardsman G-Series evaporator coils develop fin corrosion near the drain pan. The aluminum fins in G-Series units react with condensation in Irving’s hard water conditions, particularly in homes without whole-house filtration. We remove the coil assembly, photograph the fin deterioration, and apply a foaming cleaner followed by low-pressure rinse - never high-pressure, which folds the compromised fins flat. If corrosion has penetrated to the copper tubing, we document it and quote replacement before proceeding.
- Guardsman ProAir blowers collect debris at the squirrel-wheel hub. The ProAir’s forward-curved wheel design creates a dead zone at the hub where pet hair and construction dust pack solid. This imbalance causes bearing wear and motor strain. We extract the blower assembly, remove the wheel for hub-access cleaning, and run a vibration test before reassembly. A wobbling wheel after cleaning means the bearings are shot - we flag it in writing rather than reinstall a failing part.
- Guardsman Shield condensers clog between the coil face and the fan guard. Irving’s cottonwood season in late spring fills the narrow gap with seed floss that traps dust and restricts airflow. The Shield’s tight fin spacing makes back-flushing ineffective; we remove the fan guard and top, then use a coil comb and foaming agent from the inside out. We photograph the blockage depth because Shield units with more than 40% face restriction typically show compressor amp draw outside spec.
- Guardsman G-Series heat exchangers develop rust scale at the flue collar. The rolled-steel collar joint in pre-2020 G-Series furnaces traps condensation when Irving’s temperature swings force short-cycling. We inspect with a borescope, document scale thickness, and clean with a soft rotary brush - never wire brushes that score the metal. If the scale has penetrated to bare metal thinning, we stop and recommend replacement; Haven Standard Clause 2 requires us to photograph and report, not clean past safety limits.
- Guardsman ProAir air handlers grow mold-like staining on the duct liner. The ProAir’s internal insulation liner is porous, and Irving’s humidity peaks in May and September keep it damp. We treat accessible liner with an EPA-registered cleaner, but we do not promise sterilization of porous material - we photograph the affected area, measure square footage, and quote liner replacement when staining exceeds 10 square feet or shows active growth. This is where the photo record matters; “clean” and “safe” are different standards.
Our Guardsman HVAC Cleaning Process

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System shutdown and photo baseline. We power down the unit, lock out the disconnect, and photograph the exterior condition, filter state, and any visible corrosion. Tomas Reyes started this practice after finding a filter dated 2016 in a Las Colinas home - the photo doesn’t lie, let’s look at it together before we talk about next steps.
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Component access and diagnostic inspection. We remove panels per Guardsman’s access specifications, noting screw types and torque settings for proper reassembly. The blower, coil, and heat exchanger get borescope documentation. We find what we find - settled dust, rust scale, fin corrosion, collapsed flex nearby - and show the customer before quoting.
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Written scope and price delivery. Haven Standard Clause 1: we deliver a written price for the exact work needed before any cleaning starts. If the coil requires chemical treatment beyond standard foaming, that’s itemized. If the blower wheel needs removal, that’s itemized. No per-vent add-ons, no trip-charge surprises.
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Cleaning with equipment-matched tools. We use Rotobrush contact cleaning for blower assemblies, Nikro HEPA-negative-pressure extraction for debris removal, and Abatement Technologies foaming agents rated for aluminum fin compatibility. Guardsman-specific clearances are respected - we don’t force tools into spaces the manufacturer didn’t design for service access.
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Reassembly, test run, and photo record delivery. We torque fasteners to spec, restore power, and run the system through a full cycle while recording amp draw and temperature split. Before-and-after photos of every cleaned component are delivered as part of the standard job record, with a written summary of what was found and what was done.
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365-Day Done Right Promise activation. The written guarantee goes into effect when we leave. If airflow, noise, or odor issues return related to our work, we return and make it right - no manager approval required, no “policy review.”
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These are the whole-system ranges we quote in writing for Guardsman HVAC cleaning in Irving homes. Every price is flat per system, agreed before work starts.
| Service | Typical Range | What Moves the Price |
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| Evaporator coil cleaning (foaming rinse) | $280-$420 | Coil depth (A-coil vs. slab), fin corrosion requiring comb-out, chemical treatment for biological growth |
| Blower assembly cleaning (wheel + housing) | $240-$380 | Wheel removal required, hub debris density, bearing condition |
| Condenser coil cleaning (outdoor unit) | $180-$320 | Cottonwood/debris depth, fin straightening count, guard removal complexity |
| Air handler full service (coil + blower + drain) | $420-$620 | Access panel configuration, internal insulation condition, drain line blockage |
| Heat exchanger inspection and cleaning | $340-$480 | Borescope access path, rust scale depth, flue collar disassembly required |
Factors that increase price: Guardsman units installed in attic spaces with limited access, systems with aftermarket hard-start kits that must be disconnected for safe cleaning, and units requiring refrigerant recovery for coil removal. We state these in the written scope, not after arrival. Call (682) 297-4068 for a free written estimate - we put our number next to any competitor’s quote under our Free Second Opinion policy.
Why Irving Homeowners Call CleanRun Air Duct Cleaning Irving for Guardsman Work

We’ve cleaned Guardsman equipment in Irving since 2013, and we’ve documented what we’ve found: fin corrosion patterns specific to G-Series units in hard-water areas, ProAir blower hub packing that vibration analysis confirms, Shield condensers with cottonwood compression measurable in inches. Our technicians are background-checked and uniformed under Haven Standard Clause 3: Verified Crews, and we publish our license number - not in a footer, on the page where you can see it.
The 365-Day Done Right Promise is written on every job, not stated in marketing copy and forgotten. Our photo record shows the inside of every component before and after, delivered to you as a standard deliverable. We also service Lennox, Trane, and Carrier systems, which matters in Irving homes where mixed-brand setups are common - we don’t guess at cross-manufacturer compatibility.
Tomas Reyes runs the operation with the same approach he learned doing hands-on duct work across the metro area: show the evidence, name the price, do the work, leave the documentation. For Spanish-speaking homeowners in Irving, he keeps a full technical explanation ready - no shortcuts, no simplified versions.
FAQs
No, professional cleaning does not void a Guardsman warranty, but using unapproved chemicals or tools that damage fins, coils, or electrical components can. We use cleaning agents and methods that meet Guardsman’s published service guidelines, and we document our process in the photo record in case a warranty claim arises. If your unit is still under warranty, we note the service date and scope in writing for your file. Call (682) 297-4068 if you need a copy for your warranty records.
We source OEM Guardsman parts when available and appropriate, but we also use quality aftermarket alternatives from Honeywell and Aprilaire for common wear items like contactors and capacitors. We state the source in the written scope and explain the trade-off - OEM for proprietary components like control boards, aftermarket for standardized parts where the specification matches. You approve before we install. Call (682) 297-4068 to discuss parts sourcing for your specific model.
Replace when the heat exchanger shows metal thinning or cracking, when the evaporator coil has multiple refrigerant leaks, or when repair costs exceed 40% of replacement value for a unit over 12 years old. Clean when the issue is contamination, airflow restriction, or component wear that doesn’t compromise the system’s core integrity. We make this recommendation in writing with the photo evidence attached, not verbally. Call (682) 297-4068 for an assessment with documentation.
The low quotes typically cover a visual inspection and surface vacuuming, not component removal, chemical treatment, or photo documentation. We’ve followed behind $199 “full cleanings” that never removed the blower or accessed the evaporator - the customer paid for noise, not results. Our price includes the full scope, the photo record, and the written guarantee. Call (682) 297-4068 and we’ll itemize what our quote covers next to any competitor’s.
Every 3-5 years for the full system in typical Irving conditions, with coil inspection every 2 years if you have pets, recent construction, or no whole-house filtration. Irving’s spring pollen and fall dust storms accelerate loading, and homes near the Elm Fork of the Trinity see more outdoor particulate infiltration. We date our photo records so you can track accumulation rates for your specific home. Call (682) 297-4068 to schedule a baseline inspection and set your interval.
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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