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 Johns Creek: What to Know First
We provide independent Guardsman air duct cleaning in Johns Creek for residential and light commercial systems, with most jobs completed in a single scheduled visit and a written price delivered before any panel comes off. A typical whole-home Guardsman system in Johns Creek runs $380 to $620 depending on duct run count and what the camera finds at the plenum box. We are not affiliated with or authorized by Guardsman; we are an independent service provider who works on these systems because they show up frequently in the two-story builds around Medlock Bridge and Abbotts Bridge corridors. If you own a Guardsman air handler, supply register, or return box and need the ductwork cleaned or inspected, call us at (470) 326-1926. The photo goes first. The price comes after.
How Guardsman Products Fail - and How We Fix Them
- Guardsman GDS series supply registers clog at the blade hinge. The GDS line uses a lighter-gauge stamped blade that traps lint and drywall dust at the pivot point, especially in Johns Creek’s pollen-heavy spring seasons when windows get opened before the HVAC kicks on. We remove each register, photograph the blade cavity, and clean with negative-pressure extraction rather than compressed air, which can force debris deeper into the duct run.
- Guardsman RMA return boxes develop sag at the flex collar. The RMA series relies on a flexible canvas collar between the return grille and the metal box; in humid Georgia summers, the adhesive backing degrades and the collar sags, creating a debris pocket that standard vacuum wands miss. We document the sag with a scope photo, reseat or replace the collar, then extract the accumulated material.
- Guardsman HEPA adapter kits (G-HP100, G-HP200) leak at the gasket seal after filter changes. Homeowners who swap their own filters often disturb the gasket alignment; the leak bypasses filtration and dumps unfiltered air into the plenum. We check gasket seating with a smoke pencil, reseat or replace the gasket, and photograph the seal before closing the panel.
- Guardsman zone dampers in zoned Johns Creek systems seize mid-position. Many Medlock Bridge corridor homes have Guardsman dampers installed as original equipment; the actuator gears gum up with dust that settles during shoulder seasons when the system cycles less. We scope the damper blade, clean the housing with a Rotobrush contact head, and test full open/close before leaving.
- Guardsman UV-C sanitizing modules (G-UV24, G-UV36) lose effectiveness when the quartz sleeve fouls. The sleeve sits in the airstream and collects the same organic film that coats duct walls; owners think the bulb failed when it’s actually sleeve opacity. We remove, clean, and inspect the sleeve, replace only if cracked, and show the customer the before photo against a white background so they can see the film difference themselves.
Our Guardsman Air Duct Cleaning Process

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System identification and scope. We record the Guardsman model numbers from the air handler data plate and each register, then run a video scope through every accessible duct run to build the photo record.
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Written price delivery. Haven Standard Clause 1: we deliver a written price for the full scope before any work starts. No per-vent add-ons, no trip-charge surprises.
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Equipment selection. We match the tool to the duct material: Rotobrush for fiberglass flex, Nikro negative-pressure for rigid metal, Abatement Technologies HEPA for post-cleaning air scrubbing. Guardsman OEM parts if available; quality aftermarket if the OEM part is back-ordered, with the substitution noted in writing.
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Execution and documentation. Every duct run is photographed before and after. The customer receives the photo record as a standard deliverable, not an upsell.
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Functional test and sign-off. We verify static pressure, register airflow, and damper operation where applicable. The technician signs; the customer signs. The 365-Day Done Right Promise attaches automatically.
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Cleanup and record delivery. We leave the work area as found, then email the photo record and written scope within 24 hours.
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| Service | Typical Range | What Moves the Price |
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| Whole-home Guardsman duct cleaning (single system, up to 12 runs) | $380 - $520 | Duct run count, plenum access difficulty, presence of RMA return boxes requiring collar work |
| Whole-home with zone damper service | $480 - $620 | Number of dampers, actuator testing time, sleeve replacement if needed |
| Guardsman UV-C sleeve cleaning or replacement | $85 - $140 | Sleeve condition, bulb testing, OEM vs. aftermarket sleeve availability |
| Video inspection only (no cleaning) | $150 - $195 | System size, access panel count, documentation format |
Price drivers specific to Johns Creek: homes built 2015-2020 in the Parsons Run and Rivermont subdivisions often have Guardsman equipment with tighter plenum clearances that add 20-30 minutes per job. We do not quote per-vent or offer teaser rates. The price we write is the price you pay. Call (470) 326-1926 for a free estimate - we put it in writing while we’re there.
Why Johns Creek Homeowners Call CleanRun Air Duct Cleaning Johns Creek for Guardsman Work

We have cleaned Guardsman systems in Johns Creek since 2013, and the pattern we have seen is that these products are specified for cost efficiency at build, then neglected because no one documents what is actually inside them. We document everything. The 365-Day Done Right Promise means if a register re-clogs or a damper re-seizes within a year, we return and make it right - backed in writing, not subject to manager approval. Haven Standard Clause 3: Verified Crews - our technicians are background-checked, uniformed, and identified by name before arrival. Tomas Reyes, who leads the Johns Creek crew, also services Lennox, Trane, and Carrier systems, so if your home has mixed-brand equipment (common in post-warranty replacement jobs), we do not need a second contractor. All calls are answered by a live person, 24/7.
FAQs
No. Routine duct cleaning does not void a Guardsman equipment warranty, though damage caused by improper cleaning methods might. We use negative-pressure extraction and soft-bristle contact cleaning that does not disturb duct seams or factory seals, and we photograph condition before we start so there is a baseline if a warranty question ever arises. If your system is still under original warranty, we note that in the job record. Call (470) 326-1926 if you want us to review your warranty status before scheduling.
We source Guardsman OEM parts when available and document the part number on the written scope. If an OEM part is back-ordered (the G-UV36 sleeve has had intermittent availability), we use a quality aftermarket equivalent from Abatement Technologies or Honeywell, note the substitution in writing, and explain the difference before installation. You see the part before it goes in.
Replace a Guardsman component when the repair cost exceeds 60% of replacement and the part is no longer supported. We have replaced RMA return boxes that were sagging past the point of collar reseating, but more often we reseat and reinforce. The scope camera shows you the actual condition; we do not recommend replacement based on age alone.
A single-system residential job takes three to four hours, including setup, scope, cleaning, and documentation. Zoned systems or homes with more than 15 duct runs add time. We schedule by the job, not by the hour, so the crew stays until the photo record is complete and the static pressure test passes.
The $79 coupon model typically covers a quick vacuum at the register face and a compressed-air blast that redistributes debris. It does not include scope photography, plenum access, or written documentation. We have arrived at Johns Creek homes where the previous “cleaning” left the first elbow untouched. Compare deliverables, not headline prices. We offer a Free Second Opinion on any written estimate - bring us the quote and we will itemize what is actually included.
Ready to see what is actually inside your Guardsman system? Call (470) 326-1926 to schedule a free estimate in Johns Creek. We will show you the photo first.
Written by Tomas Reyes, Owner, CleanRun Air Duct Cleaning Johns Creek at CleanRun Air Duct Cleaning Johns Creek, serving Johns Creek and nearby areas.




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