Dryer vent cleaning
Whole-home duct 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 Dryer Vent Cleaning for Boca Raton Homeowners
A clogged dryer vent is one of the few home problems that quietly gets worse until something gives. Lint packs into the duct run every time you dry a load, and once it builds up it slows drying, pushes heat back into the machine, and puts real fire risk inside a wall you can’t see. We handle Ashton Air Duct Cleaning as a full indoor air quality company, and dryer vents are a core part of that work, not an add-on. Our technicians have up to 8 years of experience, we use professional-grade Rotobrush and Nikro equipment to agitate and extract debris rather than just pulling suction, and we keep same-day slots open for Boca Raton. Call (888) 894-0255 for a free estimate.
Dryer Vent Cleaning Service
Dryer Vent Cleaning Service means clearing the entire lint path from the back of the dryer through the duct to the exterior vent flap, not just the first few feet you can reach by hand. You need it when loads take two cycles to dry, when the outside flap barely moves, or when it’s simply been a few years since anyone looked. Ashton Air Duct Cleaning runs a rotating brush through the full run and extracts what it loosens with a Nikro vacuum, then shows you before-and-after photos of your own duct. A typical whole-system job in Boca Raton runs $180-$340 depending on length, bends, and roof access. The written estimate sets the final price.
What the Vent Run Actually Looks Like
Flexible foil, rigid metal, and semi-rigid duct all collect lint differently, and each one needs a different brush head so the liner isn’t torn. Short, straight runs clean quickly; long runs with several elbows hold far more debris and take longer to clear completely. We map the run before we start so there are no surprises.
Flexible Versus Rigid Duct
Flexible duct has ridges that trap lint in every fold, and crushed sections stop airflow altogether. Rigid metal stays smoother and easier to keep clean, but it can separate at the joints. We note both conditions during cleaning and flag anything that needs a repair visit.
Styles & brands we work with
- Whole-home duct cleaning
- Dryer vent cleaning
- Camera inspection
- Sanitizing & deodorizing
Dryer Vent Installation
Dryer Vent Installation covers running new duct where none exists, replacing a sagging or crushed run, or relocating a vent that currently dumps into an attic or crawl space. You need it when a vent terminates indoors, when the run is longer than it should be for the dryer’s rating, or when the old duct is flexible foil that’s been squashed flat. Ashton Air Duct Cleaning installs smooth-wall duct sized to the dryer, keeps the run as short and straight as the layout allows, and seals the joints so lint can’t escape into the wall cavity. Typical installation in Boca Raton runs $250-$650 depending on length, wall or roof penetration, and material. The written estimate sets the final price.
Indoor Venting Problems
A vent that ends in the attic or garage pushes moist, lint-laden air straight into your home’s structure. That’s a code problem in most places and a long-term moisture problem regardless. Rerouting it outside is usually the whole fix.
Run Length and Routing
Every elbow costs airflow, and a run that’s too long for the dryer’s rating will keep the machine running hot even when clean. We keep transitions gradual and support the duct so it doesn’t sag and collect lint at the low points. Getting the routing right up front saves you the same call next year.
Dryer Vent Repair
Dryer Vent Repair means fixing the parts of the system that cleaning can’t solve: separated joints, crushed sections, a broken exterior flap, or a transition that’s come loose behind the machine. You need it when the vent flap hangs open (or never opens), when you feel warm air escaping into the laundry room, or when lint shows up around the duct connections. Ashton Air Duct Cleaning repairs and re-seals the run, replaces damaged sections with smooth-wall duct, and checks the whole path from dryer to exterior so the fix holds. Typical repair in Boca Raton runs $150-$400 depending on what’s failed and how much duct needs replacing. The written estimate sets the final price.
Damaged Exterior Flaps
A flap that won’t close lets in pests and drafts; one that won’t open backs heat up into the dryer. Either way the machine works harder than it should. We replace the termination and confirm it swings freely.
Sealing Leaking Joints
Loose joints leak lint into the wall cavity, which is exactly where you don’t want it. We re-seal connections and check the transition behind the dryer, the spot most likely to pull apart when the machine is pushed back. A sealed run also dries faster.
Dryer Vent Cleaning Company
A Dryer Vent Cleaning Company should do more than push a brush and leave, and that’s the standard we hold ourselves to. You need a specialist when you want the job documented, when your ducts and dryer vent both need attention, or when a previous cleaning left you unsure anything was actually removed. Ashton Air Duct Cleaning brings professional-grade Rotobrush and Nikro equipment to agitate and extract, works alongside Honeywell and Aprilaire air quality equipment, and handles air duct cleaning, air duct repair, and dryer vent work as three connected services. Typical work in Boca Raton runs $180-$650 depending on the job. The written estimate sets the final price.
Why Whole-System Pricing Beats Per-Vent Pricing
Per-vent and coupon pricing is how a small job becomes a large invoice once the technician is already inside. We quote one flat price per system before any work starts, agreed in writing. You know the number before we open the door.
The Documentation We Leave Behind
Before-and-after photos of your own duct run are the simplest proof the work happened. You get them at the end of the visit, not a stock photo in a brochure. If you ever sell the home, that record helps.
Dryer Vent Inspection
Dryer Vent Inspection is a look at the whole system before anything is cleaned, and you need it when a dryer underperforms but you’re not sure why, after a home purchase, or once a year as routine upkeep. Ashton Air Duct Cleaning checks airflow at the exterior termination, inspects the full duct run, test the flap, and looks at the transition behind the machine. It costs nothing when bundled with a cleaning and stands on its own as a free estimate otherwise. If you’re booking dryer vent cleaning in Boca Raton, the inspection is the first step.
What We Look At First
Airflow at the outside flap tells us a lot before we run a camera or brush. We also check the transition, the run’s supports, and whether the duct is the right type for the dryer. The inspection sets the scope of the cleaning.
When an Inspection Is Worth It
A dryer that suddenly takes two cycles, a burning smell, or a laundry room that stays humid are all reasons to look before guessing. A home purchase is another. Checking early keeps a small clog from becoming a repair bill.
Commercial Dryer Vent Cleaning
Commercial Dryer Vent Cleaning handles the larger duct runs behind laundry rooms in apartment buildings, gyms, salons, and small hotels, where several machines feed one shared vent system and lint loads add up fast. You need it on a schedule, not after a problem, because a shared run that clogs affects every dryer on it and raises fire risk for the whole building. Ashton Air Duct Cleaning cleans the full commercial run with professional-grade equipment, documents what was removed, and flags repairs the system needs. Pricing in Boca Raton runs $400-$900 and up depending on the number of machines and run length. The written estimate sets the final price.
Scheduled Cleaning for Shared Runs
Shared vent systems should be cleaned on a fixed interval based on machine count and daily load volume. Putting it on a schedule keeps airflow steady and avoids shutdown surprises. We’ll recommend an interval that fits your building.
Documentation Property Managers Need
Property managers need a record of the work for insurance and maintenance files. We provide before-and-after photos and a written summary of the run’s condition. That paper trail matters when a system needs a repair budget.
Brands We Service
We clean and inspect dryer vent systems connected to a range of equipment, and we use professional-grade Rotobrush and Nikro tools because they agitate the duct wall and extract what’s loosened, rather than relying on suction alone. We service Honeywell and Aprilaire equipment and know where those components wear out, from air quality controls to the duct connections that feed them. When a run is part of a larger indoor air system, that background matters.
We also work with Abatement Technologies equipment and understand how containment and filtration fit into a clean job. Knowing the gear means we don’t guess at how it interacts with the vent run. Whether you have Honeywell, Aprilaire, Abatement Technologies, or any other make, we can help.
See the difference
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Before
AfterSigns You Need a Pro Right Now
- Loads take two cycles to dry. When the vent is restricted, the dryer can’t move moist air out fast enough, so everything comes out damp. It’s the most common early signal and the easiest to fix.
- The exterior flap barely moves. A flapper that won’t open fully means restricted airflow and heat backing up inside the machine. Watching it run during a cycle tells you a lot.
- Lint collects behind the dryer or around the vent. Lint escaping the run is lint that should have gone outside. It’s a sign of a leak or a clog forcing debris out at the joints.
- A hot or humid laundry room. Heat and moisture going into the room instead of out the vent point to a disconnected run or a blocked termination. Both raise fire risk.
- A burning or musty smell during a cycle. This one, stop using the dryer and have it looked at. A smell of scorching is the warning sign that matters most.
Our Process, Step by Step
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Inspection and airflow test. We check the exterior termination, the full duct run, and the transition behind the machine. Airflow readings tell us how restricted the run is before we touch it. At the end, we compare the same readings to show the change.
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Setup and protection. We lay protection on the floor and around the machine, then move or disconnect the dryer as needed. Nothing gets pushed into the wall cavity without a plan for retrieving it.
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Cleaning with Rotobrush and Nikro equipment. A rotating brush works the full length of the duct in both directions while a high-powered vacuum extracts the loosened lint. This is what separates a real cleaning from a short vacuum pass.
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Repairs and re-sealing. If we find crushed sections, loose joints, or a broken flap, we fix them on the spot and re-seal the connections. The run goes back together the way it should be.
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Final check and before-and-after photos. We reconnect the dryer, re-test airflow, and show you photos of the run before and after. You see exactly what came out and what condition the duct is in.
How Much Does Dryer Vent Cleaning Cost in Boca Raton?
Dryer vent cleaning in Boca Raton typically runs $180-$340 for a residential run, while a longer run with roof access or a system that’s never been cleaned can reach $400. Installation of new duct runs $250-$650, repair runs $150-$400, and commercial work starts around $400 and goes up with machine count and run length. These are estimated ranges; the written estimate sets the final price.
| Job type | Typical estimated range |
|---|---|
| Residential dryer vent cleaning | $180-$340 |
| Long or roof-access cleaning | $250-$400 |
| New vent installation | $250-$650 |
| Repair and resealing | $150-$400 |
| Commercial shared run | $400-$900 and up |
What affects the price: how long the run is, how many elbows it has, whether it terminates on the roof or a side wall, the duct material, and how much lint has built up. A short straight run on an outside wall is the quickest job; a long roofline run with several turns takes longer.
How to avoid overpaying: ask for a flat price per system in writing before work starts, not a per-vent or coupon rate that grows on site. Ask what the price includes and whether before-and-after photos are part of it. We offer a free estimate and one flat price per system agreed before we begin, so there’s no bait-and-switch.
Our Service Area Near Boca Raton
We serve Boca Raton and the surrounding communities, including Lake Clarke Shores, Hypoluxo, Lantana, Lake Worth Beach, Greenacres, Palm Springs, Wellington, Westgate, and Palm Beach. Dispatch runs Sunday through Friday, 7am to 7pm, so most addresses nearby get scheduled quickly, and we’re closed Saturday. If you’re in Lake Clarke Shores or Hypoluxo, dryer vent cleaning through our regular scheduling keeps the drive time predictable. We also cover Hypoluxo with the same flat-price approach; one team, one standard of work.
Serving Boca Raton, FL – Our Local Coverage Area
We serve Boca Raton 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 Dryer Vent Cleaning in Boca Raton
Dryer vent cleaning is the removal of lint and debris from the entire duct run that carries exhaust from your dryer to the outside. It covers the transition behind the machine, the full duct length, and the exterior termination and flap. It’s a fire-safety service as much as a maintenance one, because lint is highly flammable and builds up out of sight.
A typical residential dryer vent cleaning in Boca Raton takes about 45 minutes to 1.5 hours. A longer run or one that’s never been cleaned can take closer to two. If we find a damaged section that needs repair, we’ll tell you before adding any time or cost to the visit.
Most residential jobs run $180-$340, with long or roof-access runs reaching $400. Installation is $250-$650, repair $150-$400. The written estimate sets the final price, and the estimate itself is free. Call (888) 894-0255 for an exact quote.
Yes, we service Honeywell and Aprilaire equipment and work alongside those systems when they connect to your ductwork. We also use Rotobrush and Nikro cleaning equipment. Whether it’s one of those brands or another make, we can help.
Same-day service is often available when you call early. We answer 24/7, and dispatch runs Sunday through Friday, 7am to 7pm, closed Saturday. A call outside dispatch hours is booked into the next opening. Call (888) 894-0255 to check availability.
We stand behind the cleaning and repairs we complete, and we show before-and-after photos of your own duct run so you can see the result. If something we touched isn’t right, call us and we’ll review it. Ask about any specific coverage when you book your estimate.
Clear the area around the dryer, move anything stacked on top, and if possible pull the machine out slightly so we can reach the transition. Let us know if the vent terminates on the roof rather than a side wall, since that affects access and scheduling. Beyond that, we handle the rest.
Schedule Your Dryer Vent Cleaning Service in Boca Raton Today
Book a dryer vent cleaning in Boca Raton with Ashton Air Duct Cleaning and get a free, no-obligation estimate with one flat price per system agreed before work starts. We use professional-grade Rotobrush and Nikro equipment, show before-and-after photos, and keep same-day slots open. Call (888) 894-0255. We answer 24/7.
Written by the team at Ashton Air Duct Cleaning.