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 Meridian Homeowners
Leaky, disconnected, or crushed ductwork wastes the air you’re paying to cool, and it pulls dust and attic insulation straight into your living room. That’s the problem we fix. Our technicians have up to 12 years of experience finding breaches that cleaning alone can’t solve, and we carry the equipment to repair them on the same visit. We answer 24/7 and offer same-day repair in Meridian when the schedule allows. Call (866) 389-4992 and we’ll set up a free estimate. You get one flat price per system agreed before work starts, plus before-and-after photos of your own ductwork.
HVAC Duct Installation
HVAC Duct Installation means building a new duct system from the air handler out, and it’s the right call when a home’s layout or equipment has changed and the old runs no longer match. You need it after a system replacement with different static pressure, an addition that has no supply or return, or a conversion from a single central run to a properly zoned trunk-and-branch design. We map the layout first, then install sealed, insulated ductwork sized to the actual airflow. A typical whole-home installation in Meridian runs $2,400-$6,800 depending on home size, number of runs, and how much attic or crawlspace work is involved. The written estimate sets the final price.
Layout and Sizing
Every installation starts with counting the rooms, checking window exposure, and calculating the airflow each space actually needs. Ducts sized by guesswork create noisy registers and rooms that never reach temperature. We size to the equipment and the house, not to whatever lengths of pipe are on hand.
Sealing and Insulation
New ductwork gets sealed joints and insulated runs before anything is closed up. In Meridian’s dry high-desert summers and cold winters, an uninsulated attic duct loses a large share of its conditioned air before it reaches a register. Sealing first means the system you paid for actually delivers.
Styles & brands we work with
- Whole-home duct cleaning
- Dryer vent cleaning
- Camera inspection
- Sanitizing & deodorizing
Air Duct Replacement
Air Duct Replacement is the full removal and rebuild of duct runs that are past saving, and it makes sense when the ductwork is damaged beyond repair or built from materials we no longer install. That includes older rigid duct with failing internal lining, flex runs crushed flat behind drywall, and systems contaminated so heavily that cleaning won’t get them back. We pull the old runs, dispose of them, and install new sealed ductwork in the same footprint where possible. Air duct replacement in Meridian typically runs $1,800-$5,600 depending on the number of runs, access, and whether attic work is required. Your free estimate includes the written scope and final price.
When Repair Stops Making Sense
If more than a few sections are crushed, torn, or disconnected, patching each one costs more than replacing the run set. We tell you that plainly rather than stacking repair charges. The decision comes down to how much of the system is sound.
What Replacement Involves
We contain the work area with Abatement Technologies source-capture equipment so dislodged debris stays out of your living space. Old material comes out, new duct goes in sealed and insulated, and you get before-and-after photos of the completed runs. Nothing gets hidden behind drywall without a record of it.
Ductwork Repair
Ductwork Repair covers the targeted fixes that restore a system without replacing it, and it’s what most Meridian homes actually need. Loose joints, separated flex connections, punctures from a remodel, and sagging runs all let conditioned air escape into the attic or crawlspace. We locate the breach, seal or reconnect it, and support runs that have dropped. Typical ductwork repair in Meridian runs $280-$950 depending on how many leaks we find and how hard they are to reach. Rotobrush contact-vacuum equipment lets us clear loose debris around a repair in the same visit. The written estimate sets the price before we start.
Finding the Leaks
We trace airflow loss to its source rather than sealing everything in sight. Disconnected joints at the plenum and crushed flex behind registers account for most of the loss we find. Locating the actual breach keeps the repair focused and the cost down.
Sealing and Reconnecting
Joints get mastic or approved tape, not the hardware-store duct tape that dries out and peels within a season. Flex runs get reconnected and supported so they don’t sag and restrict flow. Once sealed, the system moves the air it was designed to move.
Duct Replacement
Duct Replacement is the partial swap of specific failed sections rather than the whole system, and it fits homes where most runs are sound but one or two have failed. That happens with a single crushed trunk, a run damaged by rodents, or a branch that was never installed correctly. We isolate the failed sections, remove them, and install new duct matched to the rest of the system. Partial duct replacement in Meridian typically runs $650-$2,400 depending on how many sections are involved and their location. You’ll see the sections we’re replacing and why on the written estimate. Nothing gets swapped without your approval first.
Matching the Existing System
New sections have to match the diameter, material, and insulation value of what’s already there, or the system develops a pressure imbalance. We measure before we order. Mismatched duct is one of the most common reasons a repair doesn’t hold.
Protecting the Rest of the House
Cutting into ductwork releases dust and debris, so we set up HEPA containment with Nikro equipment before any section comes out. Living areas stay protected while we work. Cleanup happens before we leave, not after.
Ductwork Installation
Ductwork Installation means adding new duct runs to an existing system, and it’s the answer when a room was never ducted, an addition needs its own supply and return, or a finished basement needs conditioned air. It’s also how we correct a system that was installed with too few returns and now whistles or runs hot. We design the new runs to work with the existing equipment rather than against it. Adding ductwork in Meridian typically runs $450-$1,900 per zone depending on run length, access, and whether a new return is needed. The free estimate spells out exactly what’s being added and where. Call (866) 389-4992 to schedule it.
Adding a Zone
A new zone needs its own supply and return to balance properly. Running only a supply into an addition pressurizes the room and starves the rest of the house. We size both sides of the equation.
Tying Into Existing Trunks
New runs connect to the existing trunk with a proper takeoff and a sealed joint, never a hole cut and taped over. The tie-in point matters as much as the run itself. A poor connection undoes the work of the whole installation.
Brands We Service
We work with and service Honeywell and Aprilaire indoor air quality systems, and we know where those components wear out. Honeywell filtration and control equipment shows its age at the media cabinet seals and the control connections, and that’s usually where we start looking when a system isn’t performing. Aprilaire humidifiers and air cleaners have their own service points, and we work to the maintenance standards those brands specify rather than treating them like generic add-ons.
On the equipment side, we use Rotobrush contact-vacuum systems and Nikro HEPA-filtration vacuums because they’re built for this work, not adapted from consumer gear. Guardsman filtration products come up often in the homes we service, and Abatement Technologies containment equipment keeps debris out of your living space during the job. Whether you have Honeywell or any other make, we can help.
See the difference
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AfterSigns You Need a Pro Right Now
- Rooms that never reach temperature. A room that stays hot in summer or cold in winter while the rest of the house is comfortable usually has a disconnected or crushed run feeding it. The air handler is working harder than it should, and that shows up on your energy bill.
- Whistling or roaring at the registers. A high-pitched whistle at a vent points to a restriction or a badly sized run. Roaring means the system is pushing against a blockage. Both strain the blower over time.
- Dust settling faster than it should. Visible dust returning within a day or two of cleaning often means the duct system is pulling from an unconditioned space. A breach in the attic or crawlspace is a common cause in Meridian’s dry climate, where loose insulation gets drawn into the airstream.
- Higher energy bills with no change in use. A jump in heating or cooling cost with the same habits usually means conditioned air is escaping before it reaches a room. Sealing the breach pays for itself faster than most homeowners expect.
- Visible damage or sagging ductwork. Crushed flex, torn insulation, or runs hanging loose in the attic are all repairable, and catching them early keeps the fix small. Left alone, a sagging run collapses and restricts airflow further.
Our Process, Step by Step
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Free estimate and walkthrough. We inspect the accessible ductwork, check the air handler connections, and talk through what you’re noticing room by room. You get a written scope and one flat price per system before anything starts.
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Containment setup. Before we open anything, we set up Abatement Technologies source-capture equipment to keep dislodged debris out of your living areas. This is a step budget operations skip entirely, and it’s why our work areas stay clean.
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Diagnosis and cleaning. We use Rotobrush contact-vacuum equipment to agitate and extract debris, with Nikro HEPA filtration capturing what comes loose. Cleaning before repair means we’re not sealing dirt into the system.
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Repair or replacement. Breaches get sealed, disconnected runs get reconnected, and failed sections get replaced with matched ductwork. You see the before-and-after photos of your own ducts, not stock images.
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Final check and walkthrough. We confirm airflow at the registers and walk you through what we found and fixed. If we spotted something that needs a different trade, we tell you rather than stretching our scope.
How Much Does Air Duct Repair Cost in Meridian?
A typical ductwork repair in Meridian runs $280-$950 for sealing leaks and reconnecting separated runs. Partial duct replacement for one or two failed sections runs $650-$2,400, and whole-home air duct replacement runs $1,800-$5,600. Adding new ductwork to an existing system runs $450-$1,900 per zone, and a full HVAC duct installation runs $2,400-$6,800.
Several things move those numbers. The number of breaches found matters most, followed by where they sit: a joint at the plenum is quick to reach, while a crushed run buried behind finished drywall takes real effort. Attic and crawlspace access in Meridian’s housing stock affects labor more than most homeowners expect, since summer attic temperatures make the work slower and require more setup. Duct material and insulation value also factor in, especially when new sections have to match what’s already installed.
How do you avoid overpaying? Get the scope in writing before work begins and make sure it lists the specific repairs, not a vague “duct service.” Ask whether the price is per system or per vent, because per-vent pricing is how a small repair turns into a large invoice once the technician is on site. We quote one flat price per system, agreed before work starts, and the written estimate sets the final number.
A free estimate includes the duct inspection, the diagnosis of what’s actually wrong, the written scope, and before-and-after expectations for your specific system. You’ll know what we found and what it costs before you commit to anything. Estimates are free and there’s no obligation. Call (866) 389-4992 to book one.
Our Service Area Near Meridian
We serve homeowners across Meridian and the surrounding Treasure Valley, including Boise City to the northeast and Nampa to the west. Most of our Meridian work is scheduled within a day or two of the estimate, and same-day repair is often possible when the schedule allows. If you’re in the broader Meridian area and your ducts aren’t delivering air the way they should, call (866) 389-4992 and we’ll find a time that works. Fast dispatch runs from 7am to 7pm, Sunday through Friday.
Serving Meridian, ID – Our Local Coverage Area
We serve Meridian 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 Meridian
Air duct repair is the process of sealing, reconnecting, or replacing damaged sections of ductwork so conditioned air reaches the rooms it’s meant to heat and cool. It’s different from cleaning, which removes debris but doesn’t fix a torn joint or a crushed run. Most Meridian homes we inspect need some combination of both, and we handle them in the same visit.
Most repairs take two to four hours, depending on how many breaches we find and where they sit. A single disconnected joint in an accessible attic is quick. Multiple repairs or partial replacement can run most of a day. We give you a realistic window with the written estimate so you can plan around it.
Typical ductwork repair in Meridian runs $280-$950, with partial replacement at $650-$2,400 and whole-home replacement at $1,800-$5,600. The exact number depends on the number of repairs, their location, and material. We quote one flat price per system before work starts. Call (866) 389-4992 for an exact quote, estimates are free.
Yes, we work with and service Honeywell and Aprilaire indoor air quality equipment as part of duct repair and cleaning work. We follow the installation and maintenance standards those brands specify rather than treating their components as generic parts. If your filtration or humidification equipment is tied into the duct system, we’ll check it during the inspection.
Same-day repair is often possible when the schedule allows, and we answer the phone 24/7. Fast dispatch runs 7am to 7pm, Sunday through Friday, and we’re closed Saturday. A call outside dispatch hours is booked into the next opening.
We stand behind our work and we’ll walk you through the coverage that applies to your specific repair before we start. What’s covered depends on the scope: sealing work and installed duct sections carry different terms. The details go in the written estimate so there are no surprises later.
Clear access to the attic hatch or crawlspace opening and move anything fragile away from the work area. Secure pets in a separate room while equipment is running. Beyond that, you don’t need to do anything; we handle the containment setup and cleanup. If you know where the thermostat and air handler are, point us to them when we arrive.
Schedule Your Air Duct Repair Service in Meridian Today
If your ducts aren’t delivering air the way they should, we can diagnose it and fix it with professional-grade equipment and a price you agree to before we start. Our technicians have up to 12 years of experience, and you’ll get before-and-after photos of your own ductwork. Call (866) 389-4992 for a free, no-obligation estimate. We answer 24/7. Fast dispatch from 7am to 7pm, Sunday through Friday. Whether you need duct cleaning or a dedicated dryer vent cleaning, we can help.
Written by the team at Duct Cleaning Meridian.