Whole-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.
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Before
AfterAir Duct Cleaning in Boca Del Mar, FL
Dryer vent cleaning in Boca Del Mar runs $129-$189 for a standard single-story vent and should be scheduled before the snowbirds come back, because lint packed in a 40-year-old vent is a fire risk no thermostat setting can fix. Duct repair and sealing here typically falls between $90 and $140 per access point, and air quality sanitizing runs $0.35-$0.60 per square foot when mold has colonized an attic-run flex system. If you want a written price before anyone touches a panel, call (806) 606-6902 and we’ll bring the camera, not a coupon.
Why Boca Del Mar Homes Are Different
Boca Del Mar was built as a master-planned community between the mid-1970s and late 1980s, and the housing stock reflects it: CBS concrete block villas, low-rise condos, and single-family homes with attic-run flex ductwork that is now 35 to 50 years old. Flex duct from that era degrades differently in Palm Beach County humidity. The outer vapor barrier cracks, the inner liner sags, and the result is a duct run that holds moisture against debris instead of shedding it. We see the same thing in the gated villa communities off Palmetto Park Road and in the older sections around the Boca Del Mar Improvement Association boundaries: systems that were adequate when R-4.2 flex was new are now losing conditioned air into unconditioned attics, and pulling attic humidity back in through the gaps. The work here is less about cleaning what is dirty and more about finding what has failed in place. HVAC systems in Boca Del Mar run essentially 11 months a year, which means the evaporator coil and the connected return-air plenum rarely get the dry-down period that northern systems get every winter. That changes the biology of the ductwork. The seasonal snowbird pattern compounds it: homes sit from May through October with thermostats set to 78 or 80 degrees in energy-saver mode, which keeps the indoor air warm enough to support microbial growth while the house is unoccupied. By late October, the return plenum in those homes often carries a visible bloom. We photograph it before and after, because the evidence is the only thing that makes the repair decision obvious.
Our Main Boca Del Mar Services
Most homeowners here start with one of two calls: the whole-system air duct cleaning, or the evaporator-coil-and-plenum work that falls under HVAC cleaning. Both are documented jobs with a written price before work starts.
Air Duct Cleaning in Boca Del Mar
Full-system air duct cleaning here means negative-pressure extraction through every accessible register, with the return plenum and supply trunk opened and documented. On 35-to-50-year-old flex systems, we photograph the interior of the duct runs before cleaning so you can see the debris loading, then again after. The humidity in Boca Del Mar means standard cleaning is rarely enough on return-air plenums that sat warm and damp all summer. That is why the job often includes coil inspection and a written note on any damage we find. Full details are on the Air Duct Cleaning in Boca Del Mar page.
HVAC Cleaning in Boca Del Mar
HVAC cleaning in Boca Del Mar focuses on the evaporator coil, the blower wheel, the condensate pan, and the plenum directly upstream of the air handler. Those are the surfaces where Palm Beach County humidity produces continuous biological growth, and in many of the area’s villas, the air handler sits in a closet or a low-clearance utility space that was not designed for easy access. We clean and photograph the coil and plenum, document the before and after, and flag any condensate drainage problem we see. Pricing and scope are on the HVAC Cleaning in Boca Del Mar page.
What happens when you call
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A real person answersNo phone trees - you reach a local pro.
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You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched.
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A background-checked tech heads outLicensed & insured, dispatched right away.
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You approve before work beginsNothing starts until you say go.
BeforeAfterDryer Vent Cleaning in Boca Del Mar
Dryer vent cleaning in Boca Del Mar is a fire-safety job disguised as a maintenance task. Homes built in the 1970s and 80s here often have long, multi-elbow dryer vent runs that exit through the roof or through a soffit, and 35 to 50 years of lint accumulation inside a run like that becomes a combustible blockage. South Florida humidity is the multiplier: damp lint sticks to the walls of the vent instead of blowing free, and in semi-occupied snowbird homes the buildup compacts between cycles. We clean the full run with rotating brushes and negative-pressure extraction, then photograph the inside before and after so you can see the difference. Our full Dryer Vent Cleaning service page covers the core process across all markets; this page covers the Boca Del Mar-specific reality.
Vent Cleaning
Signs you need it
Drying time exceeds 45 minutes for a normal load, or the dryer cabinet feels hotter than it used to at the same cycle setting.
What it costs in Boca Del Mar
Standard single-story dryer vent cleaning runs $129, with longer multi-elbow runs priced by the number of turns.
How we do it
We run a rotating brush through the full vent run under negative pressure, then shoot before-and-after photos from inside the vent walls.
Lint Removal
Signs you need it
Visible lint accumulation at the exterior vent hood, or a burning smell during the dry cycle.
What it costs in Boca Del Mar
Lint removal is typically $129-$189 depending on run length and the number of elbows.
How we do it
We dislodge compacted lint from the vent walls, pull it back under vacuum, and clear the collar where the vent meets the dryer.
Vent Rerouting
Signs you need it
The current vent run is longer than 25 feet or has more than two elbows, which violates modern dryer exhaust standards and traps lint in the turns.
What it costs in Boca Del Mar
Vent rerouting through a shorter path starts at $180, with exact pricing determined by wall type and access.
How we do it
We plan a shorter route, cut and seal new ductwork with mastic at every joint, and document the finished run with photos.
Bird Guard Installation
Signs you need it
You have seen birds or nesting material near the exterior vent hood, or you hear scratching at the vent opening.
What it costs in Boca Del Mar
Bird guard installation is $80-$120 including the guard and the fasteners, added to any vent cleaning job.
How we do it
We secure a stainless guard over the exterior opening and photograph it against the vent hood before we leave.
What Dryer Vent Cleaning Costs in Boca Del Mar
| Item | Typical range in Boca Del Mar |
|---|---|
| Standard vent cleaning | $129-$189 |
| Lint removal with multiple elbows | $129-$189 |
| Bird guard installation | $80-$120 |
How often should a dryer vent be cleaned in Boca Del Mar?
Every 12 months in this climate. The humidity here causes lint to compact inside the run faster than in drier regions, and snowbird homes with seasonal use still accumulate lint during the months they sit empty.
Why are some dryer vent cleaning quotes so much cheaper?
Most low quotes cover only the first few feet of the vent from the dryer connection. We clean the full run to the exterior termination and provide photos proving it, every time.
Duct Repair & Sealing in Boca Del Mar
Duct repair and sealing in Boca Del Mar usually means working inside an unconditioned attic with flex duct that was installed before most current homeowners were born. The material has sagged between supports, the outer jacket has torn, and the inner liner has separated at the takeoff collars. Result: the system is pulling attic humidity through the gaps and pushing conditioned air into dead space. Our Duct Repair & Sealing service is priced per access point and documented with photos. In Boca Del Mar, the local condition we see most often is a return-air plenum that has pulled away from the air handler cabinet, which turns every cooling cycle into a humidity-intake cycle. Sealing that connection with mastic and mechanical fasteners changes the indoor air quality more than any filter upgrade.
Duct Sealing
Signs you need it
Rooms at the end of long runs never reach the set temperature, or your cooling bill runs high while humidity stays above 60 percent.
What it costs in Boca Del Mar
Duct sealing runs $90-$140 per access point, which includes mastic, fasteners, and documentation photos.
How we do it
We locate leaks with visual and hand-pressure inspection, then seal them with mastic and reinforce the connection mechanically.
Flex Duct Repair
Signs you need it
Sagging duct runs visible in the attic, or torn outer jackets that expose the inner liner to attic air.
What it costs in Boca Del Mar
Flex duct repair is priced per access point between $90 and $140 depending on the damage.
How we do it
We replace the damaged section, reconnect it with proper collars, and seal every joint with mastic.
Mastic Sealant
Signs you need it
The ductwork has visible gaps at joints, or you can feel air moving around the connections in the attic.
What it costs in Boca Del Mar
Mastic sealing is typically $90-$140 per access point, same range as standard duct sealing.
How we do it
We brush mastic into each joint by hand and leave it to cure, then photograph the finished seal.
What Duct Repair & Sealing Costs in Boca Del Mar
| Item | Typical range in Boca Del Mar |
|---|---|
| Duct sealing per access point | $90-$140 |
| Flex duct repair per access point | $90-$140 |
| Mastic sealant application | $90-$140 |
How do I know my ducts are actually sealed?
We photograph every sealed joint from the attic side before we close the access. You receive that photo record as a standard deliverable, so the work is visible.
Is duct sealing worth it in Boca Del Mar humidity?
Yes. A return-side leak pulls humid attic air into the system every time the AC runs, which increases the moisture load on the coil and the whole house. Sealing the return side is the single best humidity-control dollar in this climate.
Air Quality & Sanitizing in Boca Del Mar
Air quality and sanitizing in Boca Del Mar is a mold-management response to a specific seasonal pattern. Snowbird homes sit from May through October with thermostats held at 78 to 80 degrees, and the return-air plenums in those homes become dark, warm, humid chambers. The result is predictable: visible mold bloom on the plenum walls and on the upstream side of the coil. Our Air Quality & Sanitizing service treats that contamination with antimicrobial application after cleaning, and we document every surface before and after. In Boca Del Mar’s older villas, we also find that original flex duct has absorbed odors from years of humidity cycling, which no amount of filter replacement addresses. The work here is a combination: clean the surfaces, treat the biological growth, and install the right equipment if the customer wants ongoing protection.
Mold Treatment
Signs you need it
Visible dark growth on the inside of return-air vents or a musty smell that strengthens when the AC cycles on.
What it costs in Boca Del Mar
Mold treatment typically runs $0.35-$0.60 per square foot of treated duct surface.
How we do it
We clean the contaminated surfaces, apply an EPA-registered antimicrobial, and photograph the surface before and after treatment.
UV Light Installation
Signs you need it
Persistent coil mold returns within a season even after cleaning, a common pattern in Boca Del Mar’s 11-month cooling cycle.
What it costs in Boca Del Mar
UV light installation ranges from $320-$475 depending on the system and location of the air handler.
How we do it
We mount a UV lamp on the supply side aimed at the coil, wire it to the air handler, and verify operation with the customer present.
Air Purifier Install
Signs you need it
Allergy symptoms persist indoors despite clean ducts, or there is no filtration between the return air and the coil.
What it costs in Boca Del Mar
Air purifier installation is $400-$700 including the unit and the electrical work.
How we do it
We install the purifier in the supply plenum, connect it to the blower circuit, and show you the before-and-after airflow reading.
What Air Quality & Sanitizing Costs in Boca Del Mar
| Item | Typical range in Boca Del Mar |
|---|---|
| Mold treatment per square foot | $0.35-$0.60 |
| UV light installation | $320-$475 |
| Air purifier install | $400-$700 |
Will sanitizing get rid of the musty smell in a snowbird home?
Usually, yes, if the source is the ductwork and coil. The antimicrobial treatment plus the coil cleaning removes the biological material causing the odor, and the before-and-after photos show what was actually on the surfaces.
How long does mold treatment last in Boca Del Mar humidity?
On cleaned and sealed ductwork, treatment typically holds for 12 to 24 months. If the return side leaks humid attic air, mold will return sooner, which is why we document any leaks during the same visit.
Brands We Service in Boca Del Mar
We install and service equipment from Honeywell, Aprilaire, and Abatement Technologies in Boca Del Mar. Most common replacement parts for these systems are stocked on our local trucks, which keeps a single visit to one day instead of two. See our brands for full equipment coverage.
Pricing for Air Duct Cleaning in Boca Del Mar, FL
| Service | Typical range in Boca Del Mar |
|---|---|
| Dryer vent cleaning | $129-$189 |
| Bird guard installation | $80-$120 |
| Vent rerouting | $180+ |
| Duct sealing per access point | $90-$140 |
| Flex duct repair per access point | $90-$140 |
| Mastic sealant application | $90-$140 |
| Mold treatment per square foot | $0.35-$0.60 |
| UV light installation | $320-$475 |
| Air purifier install | $400-$700 |
Prices in Boca Del Mar push toward the upper end of these ranges when the home has a two-story attic run, a roof-vented dryer, or air handlers in low-clearance closets that slow access. Every job gets a written price before work starts, and that number is the number on the invoice. No per-vent pricing, no on-site additions.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Boca Del Mar
We work throughout the Boca Del Mar Improvement Association area and the surrounding communities, including the gated villa sections where access requires HOA notification and the older single-family streets that run west toward US-441. Response time across the area is typically one to three business days from the initial call, depending on scope and access scheduling.
- Boca Del Mar gated villa communities
- Palmetto Park Road corridor
- West Boca Del Mar near US-441
- Mission Bay area
- Sandalfoot Cove border communities
Service Area - Cities Near Boca Del Mar
For homeowners outside the Boca Del Mar area, we also serve nearby markets where the same humidity-driven ductwork patterns apply. See our coverage in Miami, FL and Tampa, FL for south and west coast Florida properties, plus Orlando, FL and Jacksonville, FL for central and north Florida. Dispatch is coordinated from our Miami office, with crews serving Boca Del Mar locally.
Serving Boca Del Mar, FL - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Boca Del Mar area and know this community well. Use the map below to see our service coverage - if you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
FAQs About Air Duct Cleaning in Boca Del Mar
We schedule most Boca Del Mar jobs within one to three business days. HOA-managed gated communities may require advance notice, so call (806) 606-6902 and we’ll handle that coordination with your community manager directly.
For interior duct cleaning and repair, no. For anything that changes the exterior, like a new dryer vent hood or a roof termination, many Boca Del Mar communities require architectural review. We prepare a written scope you can submit.
Yes. Most of the housing stock in Boca Del Mar has air handlers in utility closets or low attic clearances. Our technicians are trained for tight-access work and document the coil and plenum from whatever angle the space allows.
Call (806) 606-6902 for a written estimate before any work starts. We serve Boca Del Mar, FL with documented photo records on every job, and a 365-Day Done Right Promise in writing. The owner, Tomas Reyes, set that standard from day one in 2013.
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 Boca Del Mar Customers Say
"The dryer vent was almost completely blocked with lint. They showed me the photograph and I understood immediately why the dryer had been running twice."
- Lucia M."They found a disconnected duct in the crawl space that had been dumping conditioned air under the house for years. Photographed it, quoted the repair, fixed it."
- Devon A."On time, professional, and explained what the readings meant without talking down to me."
- Warren E.