Atlantic Duct Cleaning

What Atlantic Duct Cleaning does

Atlantic Duct Cleaning is a NADCA-certified indoor environmental services company founded in 1995 and headquartered in Fairfax, Virginia, with a second office in Columbia, Maryland. The company provides residential and commercial air duct cleaning, dryer vent cleaning, and Aeroseal aerosol-based duct sealing, plus commercial kitchen exhaust cleaning (NFPA-96) and trash chute cleaning. Field services are delivered by company-employed, NADCA-trained technicians using Abatement Technologies HEPA-filtered vacuum systems (99.97% efficiency at 0.3 microns) and a source-removal methodology that combines negative and positive air pressure with agitation tools. The company is licensed, bonded, and insured, and holds continuous NADCA certification since 1995, IAQA membership, BBB A+ accreditation, and eight NADCA Safety Awards.

The business serves both residential homeowners (segmented by pain points such as poor indoor air quality, allergens, and fire risk) and commercial customers across healthcare, education, hospitality, and government verticals. Named commercial accounts include the Pentagon, Walter Reed Army Medical Center, INOVA Fairfax Hospital, Marriott, Mount Vernon, the National Gallery of Art, and multiple universities (Georgetown, George Washington, George Mason, University of Maryland). Customer acquisition relies on direct-response channels: a phone-based inside-sales operation (703-435-4485 / 571-462-2016), online estimate requests, scheduling forms, and an ongoing presence on Angi, BBB, Best Pick Reports, and HomeAdvisor.

Revenue is generated per service at unit or quote-based pricing: residential air duct cleaning starts at $675 for the first HVAC system and $600 for each additional, dryer vent cleaning is $295 standalone or $195 bundled, commercial work is custom-quoted, and Aeroseal pricing is not publicly disclosed. A $25 promotional offer is used for new-customer acquisition. The service area is strictly regional — Northern Virginia, Maryland, and Washington D.C. — with no national footprint, no disclosed funding, no parent company, and no subsidiaries. Atlantic Duct Cleaning is privately held, founder/operator-owned, and operates independently.

Name

Atlantic Duct Cleaning

Legal name

Atlantic Duct Cleaning

Website

https://atlanticductcleaning.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1995

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Atlantic Duct Cleaning is a NADCA-certified, privately held indoor environmental services company founded in 1995 that delivers residential and commercial air duct cleaning, dryer vent cleaning, and Aeroseal duct sealing across Northern Virginia, Maryland, and Washington D.C.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

HVAC Cleaning and Duct Sealing Services

NAICS

Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors (23822)

SIC

Services-Miscellaneous Repair Services (7600)

akta.pro primary industry

Air Duct Cleaning & Sanitization (HSAOAIAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Duct Sealing, Insulation & Airflow Balancing (HSAOAIAH), Dryer Vent Cleaning & Maintenance (HSAOAIAB), HVAC System Cleaning & Coil Service (Indoor Units) (HSAOAHAK), Specialty Deep Cleaning (Duct/Kitchen Exhaust/Pressure Washing) (IMAIADAN)

Keywords

• Air duct cleaning
• Dryer vent cleaning
• HVAC duct sealing
• Kitchen exhaust cleaning
• Indoor air quality services

Headquarters

HQ city

Manassas

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Air Duct Cleaning Services: Professional air duct cleaning for residential and commercial properties using NADCA-certified source removal process. Revenue is generated through per-service fees based on property type and number of HVAC systems.
2. Dryer Vent Cleaning Services: Residential and commercial dryer vent cleaning to remove lint buildup and prevent fire hazards. Offered as standalone service or bundled with air duct cleaning at discounted rates.
3. Aeroseal Duct Sealing Services: Specialized duct sealing using Aeroseal technology for both residential and commercial properties. Addresses leaky ductwork that can account for up to 40% of heating and cooling costs.
4. Commercial Kitchen Exhaust Cleaning: Kitchen hood and exhaust system cleaning for commercial restaurants and foodservice establishments to prevent fire hazards and maintain code compliance per NFPA-96 standards.
5. Commercial Trash Chute Cleaning: Professional trash chute cleaning services for multi-family residential and commercial properties including inspection, cleaning, deodorizing, sanitizing, and maintenance recommendations.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Atlantic Duct Cleaning provides professional HVAC cleaning and duct sealing services for residential and commercial properties in Northern Virginia and Maryland. Core offerings include air duct cleaning, dryer vent cleaning, Aeroseal duct sealing, commercial kitchen exhaust cleaning, trash chute cleaning, and duct leakage testing, delivered on-site using NADAC-certified source removal methodology and HEPA-filtered vacuum equipment.

Product overview

Atlantic Duct Cleaning is a NADCA-certified indoor environmental solutions company offering a unified suite of residential and commercial cleaning and sealing services. The core portfolio centers on air duct cleaning and dryer vent cleaning services for both homes and commercial properties, complemented by Aeroseal duct sealing as an add-on service that addresses energy efficiency by sealing leaks from inside the ductwork. Additional services include commercial kitchen exhaust cleaning and trash chute cleaning. The company operates using Abatement Technologies equipment with HEPA-filtered vacuum systems and follows NADCA source removal methodology across all service lines.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Residential Air Duct Cleaning Professional indoor air quality service that removes dust, allergens, mold particles, and contaminants from residential HVAC ductwork using HEPA-filtered vacuums and source removal methods; offered to homeowners in Northern Virginia and Maryland.
• Commercial Air Duct Cleaning Professional air duct cleaning services for commercial facilities including hospitals, schools, office buildings, retail establishments, and government buildings, utilizing NADCA-certified source removal processes.
• Residential Dryer Vent Cleaning Service that removes lint buildup from residential dryer vents to reduce fire risk, improve dryer efficiency, and lower energy costs; offered to homeowners in Northern Virginia and Maryland with flat-rate pricing.
• Commercial Dryer Vent Cleaning Dryer vent cleaning services for commercial properties including laundromats and multi-family housing units to maintain safety and efficiency and reduce fire risk.
• Residential Aeroseal Duct Sealing Aeroseal technology-based duct sealing that uses aerosol particles to seal leaks and gaps in residential ductwork from the inside, improving energy efficiency and indoor air quality.
• Commercial Aeroseal Duct Sealing Aeroseal duct sealing service for commercial buildings that addresses duct leakage issues, reducing energy waste and improving HVAC system performance.
• Kitchen Exhaust Cleaning Commercial kitchen hood and exhaust system cleaning to remove grease buildup, prevent fire hazards, and maintain code compliance per NFPA-96 standards; offered to restaurants and foodservice establishments.
• Commercial Trash Chute Cleaning Professional trash chute cleaning service for multi-family residential and commercial properties that includes inspection, cleaning, deodorizing, and sanitizing to prevent health hazards and extend equipment lifespan.
• Duct Leakage Testing Professional diagnostic service that measures air loss in duct systems using calibrated equipment to identify leaks, gaps, and poorly sealed connections.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 40% of heating and cooling costs can be wasted through leaky ducts
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers13 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• NADCA (National Air Duct Cleaners Association)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAtlantic Duct Cleaning has been NADCA certified since 1995. NADCA certification ensures adherence to industry standards, rigorous training, and compliance with established guidelines for air duct cleaning. The company follows NADCA's stringent standards and procedures for all cleaning operations.
• IAQA (Indoor Air Quality Association)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerActive member of the Indoor Air Quality Association, demonstrating commitment to indoor environmental quality standards and best practices.
• Abatement TechnologiescoreTechnology or IntegrationEquipment provider for HEPA-filtered vacuums and specialized cleaning equipment. Atlantic Duct Cleaning uses Abatement Technologies equipment including HEPA filters rated at 99.97% efficiency at 0.3 microns.
• AerosealcoreTechnology or IntegrationLicensed Aeroseal duct sealing technology provider. Atlantic Duct Cleaning offers Aeroseal President's Club recognized duct sealing services using proprietary aerosol-based sealing technology for both residential and commercial applications.
• Angi (formerly Angie's List)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerReview platform partnership. Atlantic Duct Cleaning maintains a 4.9/5 average rating from 455 reviews on the Angi platform and has received Angie's List Super Service Awards since 2009.
• Better Business BureauminorGTM or Marketing PartnerBBB Accredited Business with A+ Rating from 130 reviews. Provides third-party verification of business credibility and customer satisfaction.
• Best Pick ReportsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerHome services review platform with 4.8/5 rating from 79 reviews for Atlantic Duct Cleaning.
• Home AdvisorminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHome services platform where Atlantic Duct Cleaning is Screened and Approved, connecting homeowners with verified service professionals.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Others

• Aerus (Aeroseal parent): Manufacturer and licensor of Aeroseal duct-sealing technology. Directly comparable as the technology partner whose authorization enables Atlantic's premium sealing offering; could also be a competitive threat if Aeroseal expands its own direct-service footprint.
• HomeAdvisor (Angi): Home-services marketplace and lead-generation platform on which Atlantic is Screened and Approved. Acts as an indirect demand channel and competitor for customer attention alongside other listed providers in the same duct-cleaning category.

Broad incumbents

• COIT Cleaning & Restoration: National cleaning and restoration company offering air duct cleaning alongside carpet, upholstery, and drapery services. Comparable commercial duct cleaning capability and residential service model, with a wider service portfolio.
• PuroClean: National restoration franchise providing duct cleaning as part of property-damage and IAQ services. Comparable on commercial duct cleaning for institutional clients and on the review-driven, trust-signal-led go-to-market approach.
• Stanley Steemer: Large national carpet, upholstery, and air duct cleaning company. Comparable duct cleaning offering alongside a broader cleaning portfolio; competes for the same residential and commercial cleaning dollars but with much wider service breadth.
• SERVPRO: National disaster-restoration and cleaning franchise whose services include HVAC and duct cleaning. Comparable on commercial duct cleaning and government/institutional contract experience, but operates from a much broader restoration platform.

Regional players

• Lindstrom Air Conditioning & Heating: Regional Florida-based HVAC and indoor air quality services company offering duct cleaning and sealing. Comparable on duct-cleaning service offering and residential/commercial split, but geographically separate from Atlantic's DC-region footprint.

Direct peers

• Duct Doctor USA: National duct-cleaning and Aeroseal duct-sealing franchise. Directly comparable on both the core duct cleaning service and the differentiated Aeroseal sealing capability that Atlantic also offers.
• Aire Serv: Neighborly-owned HVAC and indoor air quality franchise network providing duct cleaning among broader heating/cooling services. Overlaps on duct cleaning and IAQ while also competing for HVAC-related service dollars in the same residential and light-commercial segments.
• DUCTZ International: National duct-cleaning franchise brand offering residential and commercial air duct and HVAC system cleaning with proprietary processes. Closest comparable in service mix and target customer, with the key difference of being franchise-driven rather than single-region independent.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/AtlanticDuct
• Facebookfacebook.com/AtlanticDuctCleaning
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/atlantic-duct-cleaning-inc

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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