If you've searched for duct cleaning prices, you've probably seen everything from $89 to $1,000+ — which is confusing and, honestly, a little suspicious. This guide breaks down what air duct cleaning really costs in Canada in 2026, what changes the price, and how to make sure the number you're quoted is the number you actually pay.
Average duct cleaning cost in Canada
For a typical single-family home, a legitimate, thorough duct cleaning in Canada generally runs between $250 and $600, depending on the province, the size of your home, and how many vents you have. Very small condos can come in lower; large homes, systems with two furnaces, or heavily contaminated ductwork can run higher.
At PureAir, we keep it simple with one transparent Basic Package priced by province — so you know the number before we arrive:
- Ontario — from $99 (see duct cleaning in Ontario)
- Alberta — from $149 (see duct cleaning in Alberta)
- British Columbia — from $149 (see duct cleaning in British Columbia)
- Saskatchewan — from $149 (Saskatchewan service areas)
- New Brunswick — from $149 (New Brunswick service areas)
- Nova Scotia — from $149 (Nova Scotia service areas)
- Quebec & Manitoba — from $199 (Quebec · Manitoba)
What changes the price?
A handful of real factors move the number up or down. Understanding them helps you compare quotes fairly:
- Number of vents and returns — more openings means more time and equipment.
- Home size and number of furnaces — a two-furnace home is effectively two systems.
- Level of buildup — a system that's never been cleaned takes longer than one done every few years.
- Add-on services — furnace cleaning, dryer vent cleaning, AC coil cleaning, or sanitizing.
- Your province — labour and travel costs differ across the country.
Beware the $89 'special'
Honest duct cleaning is priced clearly up front. Before you book anyone, ask three questions: Is the price all-in for my whole system? Are before-and-after photos included? Is there any per-vent surcharge? With PureAir the answers are yes, yes, and no — our transparent pricing covers your full system with no per-vent games.
Is duct cleaning worth the money?
For most homes, yes — especially if you have pets, allergies, recent renovations, or ducts that have never been cleaned. A proper cleaning removes the dust, dander, and debris that recirculate through every room, and it helps your furnace and AC run more efficiently. It's not something every home needs every year, but done on the right schedule it's money well spent.