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 Tustin Homeowners
Air duct repair in Tustin typically means sealing leaks, reconnecting separated duct sections, patching holes, or replacing crushed or damaged runs so that conditioned air actually reaches the rooms it’s supposed to. Most repairs we handle in Tustin homes are completed the same day, and the work costs far less than the energy you’re currently losing through a compromised duct system. Nelson Pruett and our crew at Duct Cleaning Tustin do something most cleaning-only companies can’t: we diagnose the leak, show you the problem with photos, and fix it during the same appointment. If you suspect your ducts are leaking, call (855) 473-2840 and we’ll walk you through what we’re seeing.
HVAC Duct Installation
HVAC Duct Installation is the process of designing and installing a complete duct system for a home or commercial building, whether that’s a new addition, a remodel, or a full replacement of old, failing ductwork. In Tustin’s older neighborhoods like Old Town and the areas east of the 55, we see a lot of original duct systems from the 1970s and 1980s that are well past their service life. Duct Cleaning Tustin handles complete duct installation with the same professional-grade approach we bring to repairs: measured airflow, properly sized runs, and sealed connections that don’t leak conditioned air into the attic. Full duct installation in Tustin typically runs $2,800 to $6,500 depending on the home’s square footage, number of runs, and accessibility of the attic or crawlspace.
When New Ducts Make Sense
Tearing out old ductwork sounds drastic, but sometimes it’s the cheaper long-term move. If your ducts are 30-plus years old, heavily patched, or insulated with materials that are breaking down, you’re spending money every month to heat and cool your attic. We’ll tell you honestly whether repair or replacement is the better investment.
What We Install
We install rigid metal duct, flexible insulated duct, and the fittings, boots, and registers that go with them. Every run gets sealed at the joints with mastic or UL-listed tape, not household duct tape, which fails within a few years in an unconditioned Tustin attic.
Styles & brands we work with
- Whole-home duct cleaning
- Dryer vent cleaning
- Camera inspection
- Sanitizing & deodorizing
Air Duct Replacement
Air Duct Replacement means removing damaged or deteriorated ductwork and installing new material in its place, often keeping the existing register locations and HVAC equipment. We see this a lot in Tustin homes where rats or squirrels have chewed through flexible ducts in the attic, or where original metal ducts have rusted through from decades of condensation. Duct Cleaning Tustin handles partial and full air duct replacement jobs, and because our technicians are already equipped for cleaning, we can often combine the two services so you’re not paying for two separate visits. Replacement of a full duct system in a typical Tustin home runs $2,500 to $6,000, while replacing a single damaged run may cost $350 to $900.
Partial vs. Full Replacement
You don’t always need everything torn out. If one or two runs are damaged, we replace those sections and test the rest of the system for leaks. If the whole system is failing, we’ll walk you through a full replacement with honest pricing before any work begins.
Rodent Damage and Attic Conditions
Tustin’s older homes often have attics that rodents get into, and flexible ducts are easy for them to shred. When we replace chewed ductwork, we also check the surrounding area and can point you toward what’s attracting them, so you’re not doing this again next spring.
Ductwork Repair
Ductwork repair is the targeted fixing of specific problems in an existing duct system: holes, disconnected joints, crushed sections, collapsed insulation, or leaking seams. This is the service most Tustin homeowners actually need, because a typical duct system loses 20 to 30 percent of its conditioned air through leaks, even when it looks fine from the outside. Duct Cleaning Tustin repairs ductwork issues that other companies either don’t find or don’t fix, and because Nelson Pruett’s team carries professional inspection and sealing equipment, we identify leaks at the source rather than guessing. Most ductwork repair in Tustin costs $250 to $1,200 depending on the number and severity of the leaks, with each additional issue typically adding $75 to $200.
Finding Leaks That Aren’t Obvious
Most duct leaks are hidden in attics, crawlspaces, and wall cavities, which is why a visual inspection alone misses them. We check connections at the plenum, boot, and register with pressure testing and visual inspection, so we’re fixing the actual problem, not the symptom you noticed in your living room.
Sealing Methods That Last
We use mastic sealant and UL-listed foil tape on seams and joints. Mastic is what commercial HVAC contractors use, and it stays flexible through Tustin’s summer heat cycles instead of drying out and cracking like cheap caulk or duct tape.
Duct Replacement
Duct replacement is the removal and replacement of existing duct sections that are beyond repair, frequently in older Tustin homes where original metal ducts have rusted, been crushed, or developed leaks at every seam. If your home was built before 1990, there’s a decent chance the duct system was never properly sealed when it was installed. Duct Cleaning Tustin handles duct replacement as part of our repair service, which means we can swap damaged sections without sending you to another contractor. Complete duct replacement in a Tustin home generally runs $3,000 to $7,000 depending on home size and attic access, while individual sections typically range from $300 to $800 each.
When Repair Won’t Cut It
Some duct damage simply can’t be patched effectively. Rusted-through metal, collapsed flex duct with torn inner liner, or insulation that’s saturated from roof leaks are all cases where replacement is the smarter move. We’ll show you photos of the damage so you can see why we’re recommending replacement.
Matching Existing Duct Types
We match what’s already in your home: rigid metal goes in where rigid metal was, flex duct goes in where flex was. That keeps your system balanced and predictable. If your current setup has mismatched materials from previous handyman work, we’ll fix that as part of the job.
Ductwork Installation
Ductwork installation is the complete design and installation of a duct system from scratch, typically for new construction, additions, or whole-home renovations where no duct system exists or the old one is being gutted. In Tustin’s newer developments around Tustin Ranch and the Legacy area, some homes were built with undersized ducts that can’t deliver proper airflow to far rooms. Duct Cleaning Tustin installs correctly sized ductwork using the professional equipment and techniques that match what the HVAC contractor intended. Full ductwork installation in Tustin generally costs $3,200 to $7,500 depending on the home’s square footage, number of registers, and attic accessibility.
Sizing Matters More Than Most People Think
Undersized ducts force your blower to work harder and still under-deliver air to distant rooms. Oversized ducts waste material and reduce air velocity. We size each run based on the room’s heat load, not just a rule of thumb, so every register delivers what it should.
Tying Into Existing Equipment
When we install ductwork for an addition or remodel, we tie the new runs into your existing plenum and ensure the whole system still balances. That includes checking static pressure after installation so your HVAC system isn’t straining against the new configuration.
Brands We Service
We work with equipment and products from the manufacturers that set the standard in the airflow and indoor-air-quality industry. Rotobrush brush-and-vacuum systems are our workhorse for duct cleaning, and we use their agitation heads to dislodge debris that surface-suction alone would leave behind. Nikro HEPA-filtered equipment from Abatement Technologies is what we run when we need true containment during a repair or cleaning, the same category of air filtration devices used in professional remediation settings.
We also supply and install Aprilaire products, including whole-home filtration and humidity control systems, which means we can address the air quality problem that led you to notice your ducts in the first place. Guardsman products round out our indoor-air-quality options for customers who want an additional layer of protection against airborne contaminants. Whether your system is original from the 1960s or a new high-efficiency install, we can service it and improve what’s moving through it.
See the difference
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AfterSigns You Need a Pro Right Now
- Rooms that never reach the temperature on the thermostat. If some rooms are always 5 to 8 degrees off from the rest of the house, disconnected or leaking ducts are usually the culprit. Warm Tustin summers make this impossible to ignore.
- Dust accumulation on surfaces within days of cleaning. Suction leaks in return ducts pull attic dust and insulation into your living space. You’re literally vacuuming your attic into your home every time the AC runs.
- Higher energy bills than your neighbors with similar homes. Leaking ducts mean your HVAC system runs longer to compensate for lost air. Compare notes with neighbors in similar Tustin floor plans; if you’re paying 30 to 40 percent more, your ductwork is a prime suspect.
- Whistling, rattling, or flapping sounds from vents. Air escaping through gaps under pressure makes noise. A flapping sound often means the duct’s inner liner has separated or a joint has failed.
- Visible dust, insulation, or debris at the register openings. If you can see grey or pink material around your vents, that’s attic insulation entering through a breached duct connection. This is a direct indoor air quality problem and needs professional attention.
Our Process, Step by Step
1. Inspection and pressure diagnosis. We inspect accessible ductwork in your attic or crawlspace and check for obvious damage, disconnected joints, and delaminating insulation. If the problem isn’t obvious, we test static pressure at the plenum to assess system resistance.
2. Documentation of what we find. We take photos of every problem area so you can see what we’re seeing. You’ll never get a “you need this” without visual proof of why.
3. Flat-price quote before work starts. Nelson Pruett’s policy is one flat price per system or per repair, agreed to before any tools come out. You won’t see the bill creep up as the job progresses.
4. Repair or replacement with proper materials. We seal with mastic and UL-listed tape, replace damaged runs with matching material, and secure every connection at the plenum, branch, and boot. No shortcuts, no drywall screws through flex duct.
5. Verification and cleanup. After the repair, we re-check pressures and airflow where applicable and make sure your attic or crawlspace is left cleaner than we found it. Before and after photos are available for every job.
How Much Does Air Duct Repair Cost in Tustin?
How to avoid overpaying: get the inspection done first, and require a written flat price before work starts. Anyone quoting a single price per vent is almost certainly padding the bill. Duct Cleaning Tustin quotes one flat price per system or per repair after inspection, so you know the number before you approve the work. Our estimates are free, and there’s no obligation. Call (855) 473-2840 and Nelson Pruett will personally walk you through what we find.
Our Service Area Near Tustin
We’re based in Tustin and work throughout Orange County, including Rancho Santa Margarita, La Palma, Foothill Ranch, Los Alamitos, Midway City, Portola Hills, Mission Viejo, Fullerton, Corona, San Juan Capistrano, and Laguna Hills. Most appointments in Tustin are scheduled within the same week, and our repair and cleaning crews travel with everything needed to handle the job in a single visit. If you’re nearby and need Air Duct Repair in Rancho Santa Margarita or Air Duct Repair in La Palma, the same team and equipment come to you. We also handle repair for homes across the home service area, and you can read more about our repair work on the Air Duct Repair in Tustin page.
Serving Tustin, CA – Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Tustin area and offer Air Duct Repair – Tustin because we know this community well. Use the map below to see our service coverage – if you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
Frequently Asked Questions About Air Duct Repair in Tustin
What is Air Duct Repair?
Air duct repair is the process of identifying and fixing leaks, holes, disconnected joints, crushed sections, or damaged insulation in your HVAC duct system. In Tustin homes, this typically means sealing seams at the plenum and branch connections, replacing chewed or crushed flex runs, or reconnecting boots that have separated from the floor or ceiling registers. The goal is to restore proper airflow and keep conditioned air in your living space instead of your attic. Duct Cleaning Tustin handles all of these repairs with professional sealing materials and the right equipment for the job.
How long does air duct repair take in Tustin?
Most standard duct repair jobs are completed in 2 to 4 hours, depending on attic access and the number of problem areas. A full system replacement or extensive rodent-damage repair can take a full day, sometimes two for larger homes. We’ll give you a time estimate with your free quote, and we don’t leave the job until we’ve verified the repairs with photos and pressure checks where applicable. Call (855) 473-2840 to schedule a time that works.
How much does air duct repair cost?
Air duct repair in Tustin typically runs $250 to $1,200 for most jobs, with full-system replacements ranging from $2,500 to $6,000-plus depending on home size. The biggest cost factors are the number of leaks, attic accessibility, and the type of duct material in your home. We quote one flat price per repair after inspection, so you never get a surprise invoice at the end of the job. Call (855) 473-2840 for a free, no-obligation estimate.
Do you service older duct systems from the 1970s and 1980s?
Yes, and we see them constantly in Tustin’s established neighborhoods. Older metal ducts often have failed seams and rust, while the flex duct from that era tends to degrade at the connections. We repair what’s salvageable and recommend targeted replacement for sections that have reached the end of their service life. We’ll show you photos of everything we find before recommending any work.
Is duct repair an emergency service?
Most duct repairs don’t require emergency response, but if you have a disconnected duct dumping hot attic air into your home during a Tustin summer, waiting weeks isn’t practical. We prioritize urgent repairs for same-week scheduling whenever possible. Call (855) 473-2840 and tell us what’s happening; Nelson Pruett will let you know if this is a same-week job or something that can wait.
Do you provide any warranty on duct repairs?
We stand behind our work and will correct any issues with our repairs if something fails at a seam or connection we fixed. Materials like mastic and UL-listed tape are rated to last the life of the duct system, and we don’t use shortcuts that fail in a season or two. Ask us about specific warranty terms during your estimate.
How do I prepare for a duct repair appointment?
Clear a path to your attic access or crawlspace entry, and move any furniture that blocks wall or floor registers. We handle the rest: drop cloths, containment equipment when needed, and cleanup before we leave. If you have pets, keep them in a separate room while our crew is working.
Schedule Your Air Duct Repair Service in Tustin Today
If your ducts are leaking, you’re paying for it every month, and the problem won’t fix itself. Nelson Pruett and the Duct Cleaning Tustin team are ready to diagnose, repair, and verify your duct system with professional-grade equipment and honest, flat pricing. Call (855) 473-2840 now for a free estimate with no obligation. One visit, one price, and air that actually stays where it belongs.
Written by Nelson Pruett, Owner at Duct Cleaning Tustin, serving Tustin and surrounding Orange County communities with professional air duct repair, including our Air Duct Repair in Aliso Viejo, plus cleaning and indoor air quality services.