Whole-home duct cleaning
Dryer vent cleaning
Camera inspection
Sanitizing & deodorizingWhole-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.
Trusted Air Duct Repair for Hillsboro Homeowners
Loose joints, crushed flex runs, and disconnected boots waste the conditioned air you’re already paying for. In Hillsboro’s mix of older ranch homes and newer construction, that often shows up as one cold bedroom, a ceiling register that barely moves tissue, or a heating bill that climbs without a matching comfort gain. We fix the ductwork itself instead of selling you a cleaning that leaves the damage in place. Our technicians have up to 9 years of experience, and we use restoration-grade equipment from Abatement Technologies and Nikro for containment and extraction. Same-day repair visits are often available in Hillsboro. Call (866) 810-7564. We answer 24/7. Fast dispatch from 7am to 7pm, Sunday through Friday.
HVAC Duct Installation
HVAC Duct Installation is the full build-out of a duct system for a new run, a converted space, or a home where the existing layout never worked. You need it when a room was added without ductwork, when a heat pump replacement calls for different sizing, or when the original system was designed around a furnace that no longer sits in the same place. Duct Cleaning Hillsboro installs sealed, properly sized trunk and branch runs and pressure-tests them before we call the job done. Typical installation in Hillsboro runs $1,900-$6,400 depending on the number of runs, whether the attic or crawlspace is accessible, and the materials specified. The written estimate sets the final price.
Sizing and Layout
We start with a room-by-room load calculation so each branch delivers the airflow the space actually needs. Undersized trunks are the most common reason a new system still feels uneven. The layout gets planned around joist direction and existing obstructions before anything is cut.
Sealing and Pressure Testing
Every joint gets mastic or foil tape, never fabric duct tape alone. We then run a pressure check to confirm the system holds and the static pressure sits where the equipment expects it. That test is what separates a real installation from a bundle of flex run through an attic.
Styles & brands we work with
- Whole-home duct cleaning
- Dryer vent cleaning
- Camera inspection
- Sanitizing & deodorizing
Air Duct Replacement
Air Duct Replacement is the removal and rebuild of duct sections that are too damaged, contaminated, or poorly sized to repair. It makes sense when flex duct has collapsed or torn beyond patching, when decades of debris and moisture have compromised the liner, or when rodent activity has left sections unusable. Duct Cleaning Hillsboro performs replacement as a standalone service, so you don’t need a second contractor for the ductwork. A typical replacement in Hillsboro runs $650-$3,200 depending on how many runs are affected and how much attic or crawlspace work is involved. We confirm the scope in writing before any material comes off the shelf.
When Repair Stops Making Sense
If more than a short section is crushed or if the inner liner is torn, patching only moves the problem downstream. We show you what we’re seeing with photos from inside the run. Then you decide with the facts in front of you.
Material Options
We install rigid galvanized, sealed flex, and R-rated duct depending on where the run travels and how much clearance you have. Runs through unconditioned attic space need different handling than runs inside a conditioned chase. We specify the material on the estimate so there are no surprises.
Ductwork Repair
Ductwork Repair covers the targeted fixes that restore airflow without replacing a whole system: reconnecting a disconnected boot, sealing separated joints, straightening a kinked flex run, and rehanging sagging duct. You need it when a register blows weak, when you can hear air moving inside a wall, or when a room never quite warms up. Duct Cleaning Hillsboro handles these repairs on the same visit as a cleaning, so the ducts are clean and sealed rather than clean and still leaking. Most ductwork repairs in Hillsboro run $180-$850 depending on access and how many points need attention. We give you one flat price per system before work starts.
Finding the Leak
We pressurize the system and check each joint, boot, and takeoff rather than guessing from the register that feels weakest. Smoke testing and static pressure readings point us to the actual failure. Attic and crawlspace runs in this region shift with seasonal temperature swings, which loosens tape and mastic over time.
Sealing It Properly
Mastic and mesh tape hold up where standard duct tape fails within a season. We seal from the inside of the joint outward so the fix survives the next heating cycle. Every sealed run gets a before-and-after photo so you can see the change.
Duct Replacement
Duct Replacement means swapping out a specific run or trunk line rather than rebuilding the entire system. It’s the right call when one section is crushed underfoot in the attic, when a trunk has rusted through in a damp crawlspace, or when a previous installation used undersized flex for the load. Duct Cleaning Hillsboro handles replacement run by run so you aren’t paying for ductwork that’s still sound. Duct replacement in Hillsboro typically runs $320-$1,450 per section, with access and length driving the range. Your written estimate sets the final number, and we don’t quote per vent.
One Section at a Time
There’s no reason to replace a trunk that’s holding pressure just because one branch failed. We isolate the failing run and replace only what’s compromised. That keeps the project smaller and the result easier to verify.
Matching the Existing System
New duct has to match the static pressure and sizing of what it connects to. We measure before we cut so the replacement doesn’t create a new restriction. The system gets tested again after the swap.
Ductwork Installation
Ductwork Installation is the addition of new duct runs to an existing system, usually to reach a converted garage, a finished basement, or a room that was never ducted. You need it when you’ve added conditioned space or when a mini-split isn’t the right answer for the layout. Duct Cleaning Hillsboro designs and installs the new runs, ties them into the existing trunk with proper takeoffs, and balances airflow afterward so the original rooms don’t lose pressure. New ductwork installation in Hillsboro runs $480-$2,600 depending on run count and how far the new space sits from the trunk. We put the scope and the price in writing first.
Tying Into Existing Trunks
Cutting a takeoff into a trunk is easy to do badly. We size the tap to the branch and seal it so the new run doesn’t steal air from rooms already served. Static pressure gets checked before and after.
Balancing the System
Adding a run changes how every other register performs. We adjust dampers and verify airflow at each outlet so the whole system stays even. Airflow you can measure, not airflow we hope for.
Brands We Service
We work with Honeywell filtration and control equipment regularly and know where those components wear, clog, or fall out of calibration after years of service. We also work with Aprilaire humidification and filtration systems, which matter in western Oregon where indoor humidity swings between wet winters and dry late summers. When a repair touches the air handler cabinet or the filter rack, familiarity with the specific brand saves time and prevents mismatched parts.
On the containment and extraction side, we run Abatement Technologies air scrubbing equipment and Guardsman access tools so duct repair work doesn’t spread debris through the house. Whether you have Honeywell, Aprilaire, or any other make, we can help.
See the difference
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AfterSigns You Need a Pro Right Now
- A register that barely moves air. Weak airflow at one outlet usually means a disconnected boot, a crushed run, or a closed damper someone forgot about. Left alone, the equipment works harder and the room stays uncomfortable.
- Whistling or rushing sounds at a vent. That noise is a pressure problem, often a duct that’s undersized or a joint that’s separated. It’s a quick diagnostic and often a quick fix.
- Visible dust streaks around a register. Dust tracking from the gap means the seal has failed and the system is pulling attic or crawlspace air into your living space. That’s a repair, not a cleaning.
- Temperature swings between rooms. A ten-degree spread between the front and back of the house points to a distribution problem in the ductwork. Balancing and sealing usually closes the gap.
- Musty smell when the system starts. Odor on startup can mean moisture or contamination inside a run. We inspect before recommending anything, because the fix depends on what’s actually there.
Our Process, Step by Step
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Phone consultation and scheduling. We ask what you’re noticing room by room, then book a window that fits. Call (866) 810-7564. We answer 24/7. Fast dispatch from 7am to 7pm, Sunday through Friday.
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On-site inspection with camera and pressure readings. We look inside the runs with a camera and measure static pressure at the equipment. You see the footage before we recommend anything.
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Written scope and one flat price per system. You get the repair plan in writing with a single price, not a per-vent count or a teaser coupon that grows on site. No work starts until you approve it.
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Repair with containment in place. We set up Abatement Technologies containment and Nikro HEPA extraction so loosened debris doesn’t recirculate through the house. Rotobrush contact cleaning runs where the repair touches contaminated sections.
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Verification and before-and-after photos. We re-check airflow at the registers and photograph what changed. Clean ducts, confirmed, and you keep the photos.
How Much Does Air Duct Repair Cost in Hillsboro?
Air duct repair in Hillsboro typically runs $180-$850 for common fixes like reconnecting a boot, sealing separated joints, or straightening a crushed run. Larger jobs sit above that: partial duct cleaning hillsboro-style rebuilds and section replacements usually land between $650 and $3,200, and full new duct builds run $1,900-$6,400.
What moves the number most is access. A run you can reach from a walk-in attic takes far less time than one buried under blown insulation in a low crawlspace. Run count, material choice, and whether the repair sits next to a contaminated section all factor in. We measure before we quote so the estimate reflects the real job.
| Scenario | Typical Hillsboro range |
|---|---|
| Single joint or boot repair | $180-$420 |
| Multiple repairs, one system | $420-$850 |
| Section or run replacement | $320-$1,450 |
| Partial system replacement | $650-$3,200 |
| New duct installation | $1,900-$6,400 |
To avoid overpaying, insist on a written scope before work starts and a single flat price per system rather than a per-vent charge. Ask for before-and-after photos of your own ducts, not stock images. If a quote arrives as a low number that swells once someone is on site, that’s the bait-and-switch pattern worth walking away from. Our estimate is free, there’s no service-call fee, and the written estimate sets the final price. Call (866) 810-7564 for an exact quote.
Our Service Area Near Hillsboro
We cover Hillsboro and the surrounding communities, including Aloha, Cornelius, and Forest Grove to the west, plus Sherwood, Newberg, Wilsonville, Canby, St. Helens, and the greater Hillsboro area. Drive times from our dispatch points are short, so most repair visits land the same day when you call during dispatch hours. Sundays are on the schedule; Saturdays are closed.
Serving Hillsboro, OR – Our Local Coverage Area
We serve Hillsboro and nearby communities. Use the map below to see the area we cover. If you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
Frequently Asked Questions About Air Duct Repair in Hillsboro
Air duct repair is the physical fix of damaged ductwork: reconnecting disconnected joints, sealing leaks, replacing crushed or torn runs, and correcting sizing or support problems. It’s different from cleaning, which removes debris but doesn’t address structural failures. We handle both, and we fix what we find during a cleaning rather than referring it out.
Most single-system repairs take two to four hours on site. A section replacement or a multi-point job can stretch to a full day, especially if the work is in a tight crawlspace. We tell you the expected window when you book.
Typical repairs run $180-$850, with section replacement between $320 and $1,450 and partial system replacement in the $650-$3,200 range. The written estimate sets the final price, and there’s no service-call fee. Call (866) 810-7564 for an exact quote; estimates are free.
Yes. We work with Honeywell filtration and control components as part of duct repair and upgrades, and we’re familiar with Aprilaire humidification and filtration hardware too. Where a repair interacts with the filter rack or air handler cabinet, that familiarity keeps the fix aligned with the equipment.
Same-day repair is often available in Hillsboro. We answer 24/7, and fast dispatch runs 7am to 7pm, Sunday through Friday. A call outside dispatch hours is booked into the next opening. Saturdays are closed.
Workmanship and material coverage are confirmed in writing on your estimate before any work begins, so you know exactly what’s covered. We don’t make verbal promises we don’t put on paper. Ask and we’ll walk you through it.
Clear access to the attic hatch or crawlspace entry and move anything fragile away from the registers. Note which rooms feel too warm or too cold so we can check those runs first. Beyond that, there’s nothing to do; we handle containment and cleanup with Abatement Technologies equipment.
Schedule Your Air Duct Repair Service in Hillsboro Today
If a room never warms up or a register barely moves air, the ductwork has likely failed somewhere. We repair what we find, give you one flat price per system, and show before-and-after photos so you know the work happened. Call (866) 810-7564 for a free, no-obligation estimate. We answer 24/7. Fast dispatch from 7am to 7pm, Sunday through Friday.
Written by the team at Duct Cleaning Hillsboro.