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 Aurora: What to Know First
We provide independent Guardsman air duct cleaning in Aurora as a non-affiliated service provider, with most residential jobs completed in a single scheduled visit and a written flat price delivered before any panel comes off the system. Our crews carry Rotobrush and Nikro equipment sized for Guardsman plenum configurations, and every job ends with a Documented Photo Record of every duct run.
This page is for Aurora homeowners who need their Guardsman ductwork cleaned, inspected, or restored after a performance drop, a renovation, or a home purchase. We serve properties from the older ranch homes near Aurora Hills Golf Course to newer builds along the E-470 corridor. Call (720) 513-5159 for a free estimate with a written price.
How Guardsman Products Fail - and How We Fix Them
- Guardsman G-Series flex duct collapse at the plenum connection. The G-Series uses a lighter-gauge wire helix that fatigues where the flex meets the sheet-metal plenum, especially in Aurora’s freeze-thaw cycle. We find the sag with a borescope, cut back to sound material, and install a mechanical collar with mastic seal - not tape - so the joint holds through the next winter.
- Guardsman R-Series return duct liner degradation. The R-Series acoustic liner breaks down after 8-12 years and sheds fibers into the airstream. In Aurora’s dry climate, static buildup accelerates this. We remove the damaged liner with a negative-pressure containment setup, clean the bare duct, and apply a new liner or recommend a metal replacement if the degradation is extensive.
- Guardsman ProFlow register boot seal failure. ProFlow boots use a gasket design that compresses permanently after the first installation. We see this in 2016-2019 Aurora builds where the original installer overtightened the register screws. We replace the gasket with a reusable silicone seal and torque to spec so the boot stays sealed through seasonal expansion.
- Guardsman Defender dampers stuck with construction debris. Defender series dampers in E-470 corridor homes often arrive from the builder with drywall dust baked onto the blade pivot. The motor strains, the damper chatters, and the zone never balances. We pull the damper, clean the pivot and track with a rotary brush under vacuum, and test the full stroke before reinstalling.
- Guardsman EcoSeal duct board edge delamination. EcoSeal duct board relies on a factory-applied edge seal that can separate when exposed to attic temperatures above 140°F. Aurora’s south-facing attics hit this regularly in July. We reseal with water-based duct mastic rated for 200°F, then pressure-test the run to confirm no leakage at the joint.
Our Guardsman Air Duct Cleaning Process

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System identification and photo baseline. We record the Guardsman model series, manufacture date, and any visible damage. The camera goes in before the tools do - Tomas Reyes’ rule is “show you the photo first, then we talk about what comes next.”
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Written scope and flat price. We deliver a written price for the full system, not per-vent. Haven Standard Clause 1: no work starts without a signed scope and price.
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Negative-pressure extraction with rotary agitation. We connect a Nikro HEPA vacuum to the plenum and run a Rotobrush through each duct run, photographing the debris load at the first elbow and the condition after extraction.
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Component-specific restoration. Damaged boots, dampers, or liner get addressed with OEM or quality aftermarket parts - we note the source on the invoice so you know what was installed.
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Pressure test and photo documentation. We verify airflow balance and deliver the before-and-after photo record as a standard job deliverable, not an extra.
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Written guarantee activation. The 365-Day Done Right Promise goes into effect, backed in writing on every job.
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AfterWhat Guardsman Air Duct Cleaning Costs in Aurora
| Service | Typical Range | What Moves the Price |
|---|---|---|
| Standard residential full-system cleaning (Guardsman G-Series or R-Series, up to 12 duct runs) | $420 - $680 | Accessibility of attic plenum, presence of degraded liner requiring removal |
| Guardsman ProFlow register boot reseal (per boot) | $85 - $140 | Boot location, whether drywall repair is needed |
| Defender damper cleaning and restoration | $160 - $280 | Number of stuck dampers, motor condition after cleaning |
| EcoSeal duct board edge reseal with pressure test | $200 - $350 | Linear feet of affected board, attic access difficulty |
| Post-renovation deep clean with HEPA restoration | $580 - $890 | Volume of construction debris, number of protective barriers required |
These are whole-system prices agreed in writing before work starts. No per-vent add-ons, no coupon bait. Call (720) 513-5159 for an exact quote - estimates are free.
Why Aurora Homeowners Call CleanRun Duct Repair & Cleaning for Guardsman Work

We are independently owned and operated under the Haven Standard, not a franchise, and we’ve held the same practices since 2013: written price first, photo record last, and a 365-Day Done Right Promise that stays in force after the truck leaves. Tomas Reyes runs our Aurora territory with crews who know the difference between a G-Series flex collapse and an R-Series liner failure without guessing.
We also service Lennox, Trane, and Carrier systems, so mixed-brand homes get consistent scope and documentation across every unit. Background-checked, uniformed technicians operate under Haven Standard Clause 3: Verified Crews, with license number published and equipment from Rotobrush, Nikro, Abatement Technologies, Honeywell, Aprilaire, and Guardsman named on every invoice so you can verify what touched your ducts.
FAQs
No, professional cleaning by an independent service provider does not void a Guardsman warranty, provided no components are altered or damaged during the process. We document the pre-existing condition of every part we touch with photos, and we use manufacturer-compatible tools, not improvised attachments. If you have a current warranty claim in progress, tell us before we start and we’ll flag any observations that might support your case. Call (720) 513-5159 if you need help reading your warranty terms.
We source OEM Guardsman parts when the repair is warranty-adjacent or when the OEM component has a documented performance advantage. For routine seals, boots, and liner replacements, we use quality aftermarket parts from trade-recognized suppliers that meet or exceed OEM specs, and we note the source on your invoice. Haven Standard Clause 1 requires that you know what you’re paying for before we install it. Call (720) 513-5159 for a free second opinion on any estimate that doesn’t specify part origin.
You receive a Documented Photo Record of every duct run, before and after, as a standard deliverable on every job - not upon request, not for an extra fee. The photo record shows the debris load at the first elbow, the condition of the plenum, and the post-cleaning state of the same locations. If a company won’t put the inside of your ducts in front of you, they didn’t clean them. Call (720) 513-5159 and we’ll show you examples from recent Aurora jobs.
Replace when the duct board is delaminating across multiple runs, when flex duct has collapsed in more than 30% of the system, or when the cost of repairs exceeds 60% of a new installation. Repair when the failure is isolated to boots, dampers, or liner in a few runs. We give you the numbers for both paths in writing, not a verbal nudge toward the more expensive option. Call (720) 513-5159 for a scope that includes both scenarios.
Every 4-6 years for standard residential systems, sooner if you have pets that shed, have completed a renovation, or notice airflow drop at distant registers. Aurora’s dry climate and seasonal dust events mean filters load faster than in humid climates, and the debris that gets past the filter stays in the duct. We inspect first and recommend only what the camera shows. Call (720) 513-5159 to schedule a look.
Written by Tomas Reyes, Owner & Lead Technician, CleanRun Air Duct Cleaning Aurora at CleanRun Air Duct Cleaning Aurora, serving Aurora and nearby areas.




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