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.
Air Duct Cleaning Company in Berkeley, CA
Air duct repair in Berkeley is a different job than it is in most cities. The Victorian and Craftsman homes in the flats, along with mid-century houses up in the hills, often have ductwork that was retrofitted into tight chases behind plaster walls and under floors decades ago. When those ducts come loose, disconnect, or start leaking, the fix requires someone who understands irregular framing and historic construction, not just generic sheet metal work. We bring commercial-grade Rotobrush and Nikro equipment to every job, and we can clean and repair your ductwork in one visit. Call (855) 356-5880 for a free estimate.
Why Berkeley Homes Are Different
Berkeley’s housing stock spans more than a century of construction styles, and that directly shapes the work we do. Homes in neighborhoods like the Elmwood and Claremont districts often date to the 1910s and 1920s, with forced-air systems that were added long after the original construction. Those ducts run through odd angles, narrow wall cavities, and spaces never designed for mechanical systems. A simple reconnection job can mean working behind original lath and plaster, which is easy to damage if you are not careful.
The hills add another layer. Berkeley Hills homes are frequently mid-century builds or later, many with systems that sit idle for long stretches because the coastal climate does not demand constant heating or cooling. When ducts do not run regularly, dust, pollen, and pest debris settle and accumulate. Add in the mature oaks and eucalyptus that line so many Berkeley streets, and we routinely find outdoor intakes packed with leaf litter that works its way into the system. Duct cleaning here is less about efficiency and more about keeping indoor air actually clean. Berkeley air quality is a point of local pride, and your ducts are part of that equation.
Styles & brands we work with
- Whole-home duct cleaning
- Dryer vent cleaning
- Camera inspection
- Sanitizing & deodorizing
Our Main Berkeley Services
The two services Berkeley homeowners call about most are air duct cleaning and dryer vent cleaning. Here is what each involves in this city.
Air Duct Cleaning in Berkeley
In Berkeley, air duct cleaning means more than running a brush through a few feet of trunk line. The combination of older homes, tight chases, and heavy tree canopy means we often find ducts holding years of fine dust, pet hair, and organic debris that has fallen into outdoor intakes. Our job is to remove that material without disturbing fragile historic finishes. You can read the full scope of Air Duct Cleaning in Berkeley, including what we check on every system.
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Berkeley
Lint buildup in a dryer vent is a fire hazard recognized by the NFPA, and it builds faster in some Berkeley homes because dryers in older houses often vent through long, irregular runs. We clean the full run from the dryer to the exterior termination, and we check for kinks, gaps, and bird or rodent nesting along the way. The full process is covered on our Dryer Vent Cleaning in Berkeley page.
Air Duct Repair in Berkeley
Air duct repair in Berkeley is the service that separates us from most duct cleaning companies. When a duct is disconnected, crushed, or leaking, cleaning alone will not fix the problem. You need someone who can open the wall or floor chase, identify the failure, and make a proper repair, then seal the system so it holds pressure. Most duct cleaners simply do not do this work. We do. We clean it and we fix it, on the same visit. For the full scope of our repair capability, see Air Duct Repair.
Ductwork Repair
Signs you need it
Rooms that never reach temperature, sudden dust around specific registers, whistling from the walls, or a spike in your energy bill all point to a duct failure somewhere in the system.
What it costs in Berkeley
Ductwork repair in Berkeley typically runs $300 to $900 per section, depending on access, the age of the duct, and whether we are working in a finished or unfinished space.
How we do it
We locate the failure, open the minimum access point needed, repair or replace the damaged section, seal it with professional-grade mastic, and test the system for leaks before closing up.
Air Duct Replacement
Signs you need it
If your ducts are crushed, rusted through, torn beyond patching, or contaminated with years of rodent activity, replacement is safer and often cheaper than repeated repairs.
What it costs in Berkeley
Replacing a section of air duct in Berkeley typically costs $500 to $1,800, depending on the length, diameter, and how difficult the chase is to access.
How we do it
We remove the failed section, size the replacement to match the system, install the new duct, seal every joint, and check airflow to confirm the system is balanced.
HVAC Duct Installation
Signs you need it
An addition, a converted attic, or a garage turned into living space often needs new duct runs, and the existing trunk line may not have capacity.
What it costs in Berkeley
New HVAC duct installation in Berkeley typically runs $1,200 to $4,500, depending on the number of runs, the distance from the air handler, and access through finished spaces.
How we do it
We design the run to match the system’s static pressure, route the duct through the available chases, seal and insulate it, and balance airflow to the new space.
What Air Duct Repair Costs in Berkeley
| Item | Typical range in Berkeley |
|---|---|
| Ductwork repair, one section | $300 – $900 |
| Air duct replacement, one section | $500 – $1,800 |
| HVAC duct installation, new run | $1,200 – $4,500 |
Access is the biggest price driver in Berkeley. A duct in an unfinished basement or crawl space is straightforward. A duct behind original plaster in a 1920s Craftsman is a different job. The written estimate sets your price before we start, so you know the number going in.
Do I need a permit for duct repair in Berkeley?
Most city building departments require a permit for new duct installation or major replacement, but simple repairs and reconnections usually fall under maintenance. We recommend you ask Berkeley’s building department about your specific project before work begins.
Can you repair my ducts the same day you clean them?
Yes. We assess the system during cleaning. If we find a disconnect, a crushed section, or a leak, we can handle the repair on that same visit so you do not need a second company or a second appointment.
Brands We Service in Berkeley
We work with and around the whole-home air quality equipment Berkeley homeowners already have. That includes Honeywell and Aprilaire filtration units, which need to stay intact and functional during a thorough cleaning. Our crews use Rotobrush and Nikro equipment on the duct side, plus Guardsman products for sealing and repair. See our brands for the full equipment list.
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AfterPricing for Air Duct Cleaning Company in Berkeley, CA
| Service | Typical range in Berkeley |
|---|---|
| Air duct cleaning, whole system | $400 – $1,000 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $125 – $300 |
| Ductwork repair, one section | $300 – $900 |
| Air duct replacement, one section | $500 – $1,800 |
| HVAC duct installation, new run | $1,200 – $4,500 |
| Air-scrubbing treatment, post-remediation | $600 – $1,500 |
Berkeley’s older homes can push pricing toward the higher end when access is tight or finishes are delicate, but the labor rate stays the same. Whatever the estimate says is what you pay. We set one flat price per job before work starts, and there is no per-vent pricing and no surprise invoice at the end.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Berkeley
We work throughout Berkeley, from the flats to the hills. Each area has its own housing pattern, and the age of a home shapes how the ducts were originally installed and what it takes to access them today.
- Elmwood
- Claremont
- Northbrae
- Berkeley Hills
- South Berkeley
- Westbrae
Response time across Berkeley is typically one to two days from your call, so you are not waiting long for an appointment.
Service Area – Cities Near Berkeley
We also serve homeowners in nearby communities around Berkeley. If you are in Piedmont, CA, Oakland, CA, Alameda, CA, or San Leandro, CA, the same professional-grade equipment and full-service approach applies. Same crew, same standards, same one-visit clean-and-repair scope.
Serving Berkeley, CA – Our Local Coverage Area
We serve Berkeley and nearby communities. Use the map below to see the area we cover. If you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
FAQs About Air Duct Cleaning Company in Berkeley
We work in Berkeley regularly. Our crews are familiar with the housing stock, the street patterns, and the access challenges in both the flats and the hills. When you call, you are booking a real appointment, not being routed to a far-away call center.
If you rent, your landlord or property manager should approve duct work before we begin. If you own in an HOA, most routine duct cleaning and repair does not require association approval, but we recommend checking your governing documents if the work involves exterior vents or intakes.
We typically schedule Berkeley appointments within one to two days. Call (855) 356-5880 and we will get you on the schedule. We answer 24/7. Fast dispatch from 7am to 7pm, Sunday through Friday.
Call (855) 356-5880 for a free estimate on any duct cleaning, dryer vent, or duct repair job in Berkeley. We answer 24/7. Fast dispatch from 7am to 7pm, Sunday through Friday.
What happens when you call
- 1A real person answersNo phone trees. Talk to a local air duct cleaning pro.
- 2You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched. No surprises.
- 3We come out and measureLicensed & insured, at a time that suits you. The visit and the quote are both free.
- 4You get the price in writingLine-itemed, yours to keep, and nothing starts until you say go.
What Berkeley Customers Say
"Did the dryer vent while they were here for a small add on price. The dryer now finishes a load in one cycle instead of two."
- Beatriz Guzman"They photographed every return and supply before starting and sent me the file afterward. No upsell to a sanitizing treatment I didn't need."
- Beatriz Castillo"Told me straight that our ducts were in decent shape and didn't need doing every year like the mailer companies claim."
- Divya Singh