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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Air duct cleaning in South Pasadena typically costs $380-$680 for a whole-home system, with older Craftsman retrofits often landing at the higher end because the ductwork runs through tight attics and wall cavities. Morton’s Air Duct Cleaning handles South Pasadena jobs with written pricing before anything starts, and our crews work around kids, pets, and nap schedules. Call (323) 918-4345 and Paul Adeyemi will walk you through exactly what your home needs.
Why South Pasadena Homes Are Different
South Pasadena has one of the highest concentrations of pre-1940 housing in the San Gabriel Valley. Craftsman bungalows, Victorian cottages, and Spanish Colonial Revival homes here were built long before forced-air HVAC existed, so nearly every duct system was retrofitted decades later through redwood-framed attics and wall cavities that were never designed for ductwork. Those irregularly routed runs have tight bends and offsets where debris builds up in ways straight modern ductwork wouldn’t allow.
Then there’s the air itself. South Pasadena sits at the western mouth of the San Gabriel Valley, right where Santa Ana winds funnel fine desert dust into exterior intakes. The proximity to the San Gabriel foothills means every wildfire season deposits ash and smoke residue deep inside ducts. After the January 2025 Eaton Fire, our techs found original flex connections from 1960s retrofits packed with fine gray ash that standard brush-and-vacuum methods couldn’t touch. We use HEPA-negative-air equipment on those jobs because South Pasadena’s older systems demand it.
Our Main South Pasadena Services
South Pasadena homeowners call us most often for two things: whole-system air duct cleaning and dryer vent cleaning. Both jobs get the same written price upfront, the same shoe covers and drop cloths, and the same photo of the clean-up before we leave.
Air Duct Cleaning in South Pasadena
Older South Pasadena homes accumulate fire ash, soot, and fine particulate faster than newer construction nearby. Our Air Duct Cleaning in South Pasadena service uses Rotobrush and Nikro equipment sized for the tight attic access points common in Craftsman and Spanish Colonial homes. We protect floors and furniture with drop cloths from the moment the crew walks in, and every job ends with a written record and a photo of the clean-up.
Dryer Vent Cleaning in South Pasadena
Dryer vents in South Pasadena’s older homes often run long horizontal stretches through crawl spaces, which trap lint and reduce airflow. Our Dryer Vent Cleaning in South Pasadena service clears the full vent length, checks the exterior termination point, and confirms proper airflow before we pack up. We work with quiet tools when a toddler is napping and use pet-safe product choices where they’re available.
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.
Brands We Service in South Pasadena
We service and clean systems built around Aprilaire, Guardsman, and Abatement Technologies components. Because these brands are common across South Pasadena’s retrofitted homes, our crews stock the fittings and connectors they most often need, which keeps most jobs to a single visit. See our brands for the full list of what we work with.
Pricing for Air Duct Cleaning Company in South Pasadena, CA
| Service | Typical range in South Pasadena |
|---|---|
| Whole-home air duct cleaning | $380 - $680 |
| Single HVAC system (1 furnace/AC) | $380 - $520 |
| Two HVAC systems | $575 - $680 |
| Additional return drop | $45 - $70 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $119 - $169 |
| Hard pipe dryer vent (metal duct) | $119 - $149 |
| Dryer vent with roof termination | $149 - $169 |
| HEPA negative-air scrub (wildfire ash) | $250 - $400 |
| Furnace/coil cleaning only | $150 - $250 |
What pushes a South Pasadena job toward the higher end is access. Attic hatches in 1920s bungalows are small, duct runs are irregular, and 1960s-era flex connections often need replacement rather than just brushing. Whatever the job takes, you’ll get a written price before we start, and that price doesn’t change once the van is parked.
Neighborhoods We Serve in South Pasadena
We work throughout South Pasadena, including the historic districts where preservation rules shape how HVAC work gets done. Same-week scheduling is typically available across the city.
- Mission District
- Arroyo View
- Marengo District
- Altos de Monterey
- Oaklawn
Service Area – Cities Near South Pasadena
Morton’s Air Duct Cleaning also serves the communities around South Pasadena, including Alhambra, CA, San Marino, CA, Pasadena, MD, and San Gabriel, CA. Scheduling is coordinated from the brand’s Los Angeles office, with crews dispatched locally to South Pasadena.
Serving South Pasadena, CA - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the South Pasadena 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 Company in South Pasadena
Most South Pasadena homes take 3 to 5 hours, with older Craftsman retrofits running longer when attic access is tight or flex connections need replacement. We’ll give you a time window when you book and call before the crew arrives.
No. Air duct and dryer vent cleaning is routine maintenance and doesn’t require a permit in South Pasadena. Historic preservation rules apply to exterior changes, not interior duct work, so there’s nothing for you to file.
Yes. Our techs use quieter tools during nap hours, lay down drop cloths before bringing equipment inside, and choose pet-safe products where they’re available. Tell us what your household needs when you call (323) 918-4345 and we’ll plan around it.
For an exact quote on your South Pasadena home, call Morton’s Air Duct Cleaning at (323) 918-4345. You’ll get a written price before any work starts, and a photo of the clean-up before we leave.
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 South Pasadena Customers Say
"Friendly, calm crew that clearly cared about the house. Covered their shoes, protected the floors, and double checked they'd closed up every vent cover properly. Would have them back."
- Omar Zaid"Ducts and dryer vent both. They put runners down the whole hall and wore booties. Spotless after, and they showed me photos of what came out. Worth every penny."
- Bonnie Vo"Spotless work. They laid drop cloths everywhere and I was honestly impressed there was zero mess at the end. Showed me the dirt they pulled out so I could see it was worth it."
- Shelby Dunham