Cleaner air for San Anselmo's century-old cottages and hillside homes — expert air duct and dryer vent cleaning across the Ross Valley.
San Anselmo's charm comes with old-house realities: Victorian farmhouses, Craftsman bungalows, and California cottages near downtown were mostly built in 1939 or earlier, and many still push air through decades-old ductwork that has never been properly cleaned. Add the Ross Valley's damp clay soils, creek-side humidity, heavy oak and bay canopy, and wildfire-season smoke drifting over the hills, and the dust, pollen, and moisture that collect in those ducts have real consequences for the air your family breathes. John Owens Services has cleaned and restored air systems in homes from the flatlands to Sleepy Hollow and Hawthorne Hills since 1986.
Pricing depends on the size of your home and the number of supply and return vents, which varies widely between a downtown cottage and a larger Sleepy Hollow or hillside property. We give a clear, upfront quote after a quick look at your system — no surprises, and same-day service is usually available.
Many of San Anselmo's pre-1940 two-story homes have long, winding dryer vent runs that trap lint and become a genuine fire risk. Cleaning them restores airflow, cuts drying time, and is one of the simplest ways to protect a vintage home — our licensed (#501853) techs handle it in a single visit.
Yes. Smoke from wildfire season settles fine ash and soot into ductwork that recirculates every time your system runs; a thorough cleaning removes that buildup and noticeably improves indoor air quality. We can also recommend better filtration suited to Marin's smoke and pollen seasons.
Most homes benefit from a cleaning every three to five years, but the Ross Valley's damp clay soils, creek-side humidity, and heavy tree canopy can shorten that — especially after flooding, a remodel, or a smoky summer. We'll give you an honest assessment of your specific home.
From the Marin coast to Sonoma wine country, we bring honest plumbing, heating & cooling to homeowners across both counties — based locally since 1986.