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Air Duct Cleaning Equipment

Yes, we stock professional air duct cleaning equipment: portable negative-air collectors, HEPA duct vacuums, air whips, rods, nozzles, and fogging tools from Nikro. Build one matched kit for residential or commercial HVAC and restoration jobs.

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NIKRO 860848 Crimping Tool
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NIKRO 860848 Crimping Tool for Air Duct Cleaning

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NIKRO 860848 Crimping Tool The Crimping Tool is a component for daily restoration and duct-cleaning work. Fits NIKRO air duct cleaning systems.

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NIKRO 860847 Wiss Metal Cutting Snips
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NIKRO 860847 Wiss Metal Cutting Snips

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WISS Metal Cutting Snips WISS-branded metal cutting snips, stocked by NIKRO as Item# 860847. NIKRO describes them as quality brand cutting snips an...

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NIKRO 860840 Van Ramps
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NIKRO 860840 Van Ramps – Set of Two, 8' x 18"

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NIKRO 860840 Van Ramps The 860840 Van Ramps are supplied as a set of two, each 8' long and 18" wide. NIKRO lists them under optional items for air ...

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NIKRO 860837 Dewalt 3/8" Electric Drill
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NIKRO 860837 Dewalt 3/8" Electric Drill

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NIKRO 860837 Dewalt 3/8" Electric Drill for Restoration and Abatement Crews5.4 AMPS, Reversible, Includes case and keyless chuck

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NIKRO 860836 12-3 X 25’ Extension Cord
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NIKRO 860836 12-3 X 25’ Extension Cord

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NIKRO 860836 12-3 X 25’ Extension Cord The 12-3 X 25’ Extension Cord is a component for daily restoration and duct-cleaning work. Fits NIKRO air du...

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NIKRO 860835 1/4" Nut Driver
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NIKRO 860835 1/4" Nut Driver for Installing Zip Screws

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NIKRO 860835 1/4" Nut Driver for Restoration and Abatement CrewsFor when you don't want to use a drill, use this driver to install zip screws

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NIKRO 860831 12-3 X 50’ Extension Cord
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NIKRO 860831 12-3 X 50’ Extension Cord

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NIKRO 860831 12-3 X 50’ Extension Cord The 12-3 X 50’ Extension Cord is a component for daily restoration and duct-cleaning work. Fits NIKRO air du...

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NIKRO 860830 Pneumatic Shears (Compressed Air) Pistol Grip
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NIKRO 860830 Pneumatic Shears (Compressed Air) Pistol Grip

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NIKRO 860830 Pneumatic Shears (Compressed Air) Pistol Grip for Restoration and Abatement CrewsThese Industrial grade Shears allow you to make smoot...

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NIKRO 860829 Black And Yellow Safety Tape
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NIKRO 860829 Black And Yellow Safety Tape

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NIKRO 860829 Black And Yellow Safety Tape The Black And Yellow Safety Tape is a component for daily restoration and duct-cleaning work. Fits NIKRO ...

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NIKRO 860828 Pneumatic Air Nibbler
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NIKRO 860828 Pneumatic Air Nibbler

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NIKRO 860828 Pneumatic Air Nibbler for Restoration and Abatement CrewsCuts up to 16 gauge sheet metal. 1 year warranty

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NIKRO 860827 Pneumatic Shears (Compressed Air) In-Line
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NIKRO 860827 Pneumatic Shears (Compressed Air) In-Line

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NIKRO 860827 Pneumatic Shears (Compressed Air) In-Line for Restoration and Abatement CrewsThese Industrial grade Shears allow you to make smooth cu...

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NIKRO 860826 Wiss Metalmaster Compound Action Shears - Straight Cut
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NIKRO 860826 Wiss Metalmaster Compound Action Shears - Straight Cut

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WISS Metalmaster Compound Action Shears - Straight Cut Straight-cut WISS-branded Metalmaster compound action shears, stocked by NIKRO. NIKRO lists ...

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NIKRO 860825 Wiss Metalmaster Compound Action Shears - Right Cut
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NIKRO 860825 Wiss Metalmaster Compound Action Shears - Right Cut

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WISS Metalmaster Compound Action Shears - Right Cut Right-cut WISS-branded Metalmaster compound action shears, stocked by NIKRO. NIKRO lists them u...

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NIKRO 860824 Wiss Metalmaster Compound Action Shears - Left Cut
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NIKRO 860824 Wiss Metalmaster Compound Action Shears - Left Cut

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WISS Metalmaster Compound Action Shears - Left Cut Left-cut WISS-branded Metalmaster compound action shears, stocked by NIKRO. NIKRO lists them und...

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NIKRO 860823 12" X 8" X 8" "Y" Adapter
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NIKRO 860823 12" X 8" X 8" "Y" Adapter

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NIKRO 860823 12" X 8" X 8" "Y" Adapter The 12" adapter splits or combines airflow between two hoses on a single tool. Fits NIKRO air duct cleaning ...

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NIKRO 860817 Heavy Duty Hand Hose Reel W/Cart
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NIKRO 860817 Heavy Duty Hand Hose Reel W/Cart

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NIKRO 860817 Heavy Duty Hand Hose Reel W/Cart The Heavy Duty Hand Hose Reel W/Cart is a component for daily restoration and duct-cleaning work. Fit...

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NIKRO 860816 12 Vdc Motor Rewind Hose Reel
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NIKRO 860816 12 Vdc Motor Rewind Hose Reel

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NIKRO 860816 12 Vdc Motor Rewind Hose Reel The 12 Vdc Motor Rewind Hose Reel is a component for daily restoration and duct-cleaning work. Fits NIKR...

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NIKRO 860815 6' Extended Reach Air Boosting Blow Guns
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NIKRO 860815 6' Extended Reach Air Boosting Blow Guns

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NIKRO 860815 6' Extended Reach Air Boosting Blow Guns Special venture design increases air thrust 4 to 5 times the air input. Fits through 1" openi...

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NIKRO 860814 4' Extended Reach Air Boosting Blow Guns
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NIKRO 860814 4' Extended Reach Air Boosting Blow Guns

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NIKRO 860814 4' Extended Reach Air Boosting Blow Guns Special venture design increases air thrust 4 to 5 times the air input. Fits through 1" openi...

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NIKRO 860776 1/4" Magnetic Hex Chuck Driver
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NIKRO 860776 1/4" Magnetic Hex Chuck Driver

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NIKRO 860776 1/4" Magnetic Hex Chuck Driver NIKRO's description of the 860776 Magnetic Hex Chuck Driver: fits a drill, used to install zip screws. ...

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NIKRO 860775 Foil Tape
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NIKRO 860775 Foil Tape for Sealing Air Ducts

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NIKRO 860775 Foil Tape Uses include general purpose seaming, patching and sealing of air ducts and duct connections.

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NIKRO 860773 Fin Straightening Tool
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NIKRO 860773 Fin Straightening Tool

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NIKRO 860773 Fin Straightening Tool The Fin Straightening Tool is a component for daily restoration and duct-cleaning work. Fits NIKRO air duct cle...

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NIKRO 860772 2-1/2” Hole Saw
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NIKRO 860772 2-1/2" Hole Saw for Duct Access Holes

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NIKRO 860772 2-1/2” Hole Saw Use this hole saw to create access holes for our many brush systems. Our 2 1/2" cap plugs work perfectly with this cutter

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NIKRO 860771 Blow Gun
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NIKRO 860771 Blow Gun for Inflating Zone Bags

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NIKRO 860771 Blow Gun NIKRO's description of the 860771 Blow Gun: use this blow gun to inflate zone bags. It is listed under patches, plugs and zip...

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Air Duct Cleaning Equipment for HVAC and Restoration Pros

Air duct cleaning equipment removes embedded dust, mold, and debris from HVAC systems with two working parts: a negative-air vacuum that captures particulate, and agitation tools such as whips, brushes, and skipper balls that knock buildup off the duct walls. US Cleaning Tools carries the full Nikro lineup, from portable dual-motor collectors to air whips, rods, nozzles, and fogging attachments.

What Equipment Do You Need to Clean Air Ducts?

A complete setup runs on three groups of gear. You need a negative-air machine or portable duct vacuum to hold the system under suction, so loosened debris travels to a HEPA filter instead of into the room. You need agitation devices, air whips driven by a compressor, rotary brushes, or skipper balls, to break dust free. And you need access tools like cutting bits, gauges, and vent covers. Nikro sells the collectors along with the whips, rods, and reducers that feed them, so a contractor can assemble one matched kit instead of mixing brands.

Portable or Truck-Mounted Duct Cleaning?

Portable negative-air collectors move room to room and suit residential and light-commercial work. Truck-mounted rigs pull much higher CFM for large commercial runs, but they cost several times more and stay in the vehicle. Most restoration and HVAC crews start with a portable dual-motor system: it clears typical residential CFM loads, plugs into standard 110V or 220V, and travels between jobs without a dedicated truck. The NADCA ACR Standard sets the airflow and containment your rig has to meet.

Related: Air Duct Cleaning Vacuums · Negative Air Machines · Air Scrubbers · HEPA Vacuums · Insulation Removal Vacuums

How Do You Contain Dust During Duct Cleaning?

Containment keeps the system's contents from spreading through the building. Hold the ductwork under constant negative pressure with a HEPA-filtered collector so any dislodged particulate flows to the filter, seal the registers you are not working, and cut power to the air handler while whips run. EPA duct-cleaning guidance and OSHA mold standards both call for HEPA capture and respiratory protection when disturbing settled contaminants. Match filter stage and CFM to duct size so dust does not slip past the collector.

Frequently Asked Questions

What equipment is required for professional air duct cleaning?
A negative-air machine or portable duct vacuum for containment, agitation tools such as air whips, rotary brushes, or skipper balls to loosen debris, and access tools like cutting bits and gauges. Most pros run a matched Nikro kit so the collector and tools work together.
How much does air duct cleaning equipment cost?
Portable dual-motor negative-air systems typically run about $2,000 to $7,000. Individual tools like whips, rods, and nozzles range from under $50 to a few hundred dollars. Truck-mounted rigs cost significantly more.
What size negative-air machine do I need for duct cleaning?
Match the free-air CFM to the duct system. Residential and light-commercial jobs are usually covered by a portable dual-motor collector in the 2,000 to 5,000 CFM range; larger commercial runs need higher-CFM or truck-mounted equipment per the NADCA ACR Standard.
Is portable duct cleaning equipment powerful enough for commercial jobs?
Portable dual-motor systems handle most residential and light-commercial work. For large facilities with long duct runs, step up to a higher-CFM collector or a truck-mounted rig.
Do you need HEPA filtration for air duct cleaning?
Yes. EPA and OSHA guidance calls for HEPA capture when disturbing settled dust and mold, so particulate is contained rather than released into occupied space.

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