Leaks & gaps
Leaky joints and seams let conditioned air escape into the attic or walls — one of the biggest hidden sources of wasted energy.
Bay Area Air Duct Repair & Replacement · Licensed · 13+ Years
Air Duct Repair & Replacement in the San Francisco Bay Area
Leaky, damaged, or disconnected ducts waste energy and dump dust into your home. We inspect first, repair whenever we can, and replace only the runs that truly need it — no pressure to over-buy.
Free estimateLicensed (CSLB #1022608)Inspection-first13+ years experience
Free on-site estimate · No pressure · We come to you
Repair or Replace?
We Inspect First —
Then Recommend the Honest Fix
Not every duct problem needs a full replacement. Leaks, loose joints, crushed sections, and disconnected runs can often be sealed or repaired at a fraction of the disruption — and that's usually the right call. Replacement makes sense when ducts are too damaged, corroded, undersized, or old to perform, or when repairs would just be patching a system on its way out.
The only way to know which you need is to look. We inspect your ductwork, check for leaks and airflow loss, and give you a straight recommendation — repair when we can, replace only when it's genuinely warranted. If the ducts are just dirty rather than damaged, we'll tell you that too and point you to air duct cleaning instead.
- Repair-first — we don't over-sell replacement
- Leaks sealed, airflow restored
- Less dust and debris pushed into your home
- A more efficient, better-balanced system
- Even temperatures room to room
- A clear, honest recommendation up front
What We Fix
Duct Problems
We Repair & Replace
From a single leaky joint to a failing run, here's what we most often diagnose and fix in Bay Area ductwork.
Disconnected sections
A duct that's come loose or fully disconnected dumps your heated or cooled air where you can't use it, and pulls dust in.
Crushed or kinked runs
Flattened, kinked, or sagging flex duct chokes airflow, so some rooms never get comfortable no matter the thermostat.
Poor connections
Badly joined or unsealed connections leak and rattle — we reconnect and seal them properly for tight, quiet airflow.
Damaged duct insulation
Torn or missing duct wrap causes condensation and energy loss; we repair or replace the insulation around the ducts.
Old or failing ductwork
Corroded, brittle, or badly undersized ducts are often past repair — that's when a targeted replacement is the right move.
Do You Need It?
Signs Your Ducts Need
Repair or Replacement
Duct trouble usually shows up on your comfort and your bills before you ever see the damage. Watch for these.
Uneven room temperatures
Rooms that are always too hot or too cold often mean ducts are leaking, crushed, or disconnected before the air gets there.
Rising energy bills
Leaky ducts can waste a big share of your heating and cooling — climbing bills with no other cause point at the ductwork.
Weak airflow from vents
Little air coming from some registers usually means a blockage, a crushed run, or a disconnected duct upstream.
Whistling or rattling
Whistling (air escaping a leak) or rattling (loose sections and connections) are audible signs of ducts in need of repair.
Dust that won't quit
Excess dust that returns fast after cleaning can mean ducts are pulling in attic or wall debris through gaps and breaks.
Old, aging ductwork
Ducts that are decades old, corroded, or never inspected are worth a look — they may be leaking or ready for replacement.
How We Work
Our Air Duct Repair & Replacement Process
The recommendation comes from the inspection, not a sales script. Here's how we handle every job.
Free inspection
We inspect the ductwork end to end, looking for leaks, disconnected or crushed runs, damaged insulation, and airflow loss.
Repair-vs-replace recommendation
We show you what we found and give a straight recommendation — repair what's fixable, replace only what genuinely needs it.
Repair or replace
We seal leaks, reconnect and secure loose sections, fix or replace damaged runs, and restore proper connections and insulation.
Seal & test
We seal the system properly and confirm airflow is restored and balanced, with no leaks left behind.
Cleanup & walkthrough
We clean up, walk you through the work, and flag anything else worth knowing about your system.
Free inspectionLicensed (CSLB #1022608)Repair-first, no over-selling
Why Attic Pros
The Bay Area's Straight-
Talking Duct Team
For over 13 years, Bay Area homeowners and businesses have trusted us with their ductwork — because we lead with an inspection and an honest recommendation, not a push to replace everything.
- Licensed contractor (CSLB Lic. #1022608)
- Diamond Certified & Angi Super Service Award winner
- Independently reviewed — verified Google ratings
- Inspection-first — repair when we can, replace only when needed
- Free, no-obligation on-site estimate
- Local team with 13+ years in Bay Area homes
Real Customers, Real Results
Trusted by Bay Area Homeowners
4.8
★★★★★
Based on 1,900+ verified Google reviews — trusted for ductwork & home services across the Bay Area
Google Review
★★★★★
These guys are awesome. Super clear comms to schedule, then received an extremely thorough consultation. We eventually decided to go with them as other shops in the area didn't communicate as well as Attic Pros.
Pedro Kroeff
Google Review
★★★★★
Tom from Attic Pros was great to work with! He was friendly, professional, and thorough during the inspection. He clearly explained everything he found and answered all of my questions. The whole process was straightforward. Thank you, Tom!
Daria Baevski
Google Review
★★★★★
Finding out we had a rodent infestation for the first time was incredibly stressful, but Attic Pros made the entire process so much easier! Jeremy was very knowledgeable when help preparing the estimate and the work that needed to be done. Their team that came to perform the work—Nico Otten, Juan Rodriguez, and Antonio Lopez—were amazing from start to finish. Communication was fantastic right from the beginning. The crew was super fast, highly efficient, and left everything very clean after sanitizing our attic, crawl space, and garage. They definitely gave us total peace of mind. They were also able to finish in one day!!
Annie M
Google Review
★★★★★
Our small cottage has a very narrow attic entrance. Denis from Attic Pros was willing to try and was able to enter to clean, vacuum, and replace the old insulation. Very professional, access areas were well shielded and protected. Powerful vacuum and clean up well after themselves.
Morgan Yang
Google Review
★★★★★
Tom Best came to our house to give us an estimate on new insulation. He was on time, very thorough and provided a detailed very reasonable estimate within an hour of his visit. What more could you want?
B Kellar
Google Review
★★★★★
Samim great service my attic was left very clean meticulous. I am so happy with the work that him and his team did great service. I recommend them highly. I would give them a 10 if I could.
Darlene Galindo
QUESTIONS, ANSWERED
Frequently Asked Questions
Straight answers to the questions people actually ask about duct repair, replacement, and which one they really need. Still unsure? Our team is happy to help.
Still have questions?
Talk to our team — we're here to help.
(800) 543-0382It depends on the condition. Leaks, loose joints, crushed sections, and disconnected runs can usually be repaired. Replacement makes sense when ducts are too corroded, damaged, undersized, or old to perform. The only way to know is an inspection — and we recommend the smaller fix whenever it will actually solve the problem.
No. Our approach is inspection-first and repair-first — we show you what we found and recommend the honest fix. If a repair will do, that's what we'll suggest; full replacement is only for ducts that genuinely can't be repaired to perform.
Common signs are uneven room temperatures, rising energy bills with no other cause, weak airflow from some vents, whistling sounds, and dust that returns quickly after cleaning. Leaks are often hidden in the attic or walls, which is why an inspection is the reliable way to find them.
It can, sometimes significantly. Leaky and disconnected ducts waste a large share of the air your system pays to heat and cool. Sealing leaks and restoring proper airflow helps your HVAC deliver conditioned air where it's supposed to go instead of into your attic or walls.
Many duct systems last a couple of decades, but lifespan depends on the material, installation, moisture, and whether pests or damage have gotten to them. Age alone isn't a reason to replace — condition is. We assess that during the inspection.
Yes. If your ducts are dirty rather than damaged, we offer air duct cleaning, and if we find both issues we can coordinate the cleaning and any repairs together so it's handled in one place.
A targeted repair is often done in a single visit, while a larger replacement can take longer depending on how much ductwork is involved and access to it. We'll give you a clear timeline with your estimate after the inspection.
Yes. Properly sealing joints and connections is central to the job — an unsealed repair just leaks again. We seal the system and verify that airflow is restored and balanced before we're done.
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Get Your Free Duct Inspection & Estimate
Tell us what you're noticing — uneven temps, high bills, weak airflow — and we'll inspect your ductwork and give you an honest repair-or-replace recommendation and a clear, no-pressure estimate.