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 Medford, MA costs between $350 and $650 for a typical single-family home, with most jobs completed in three to five hours. What makes Medford work different is the housing stock: most homes here date from 1880 to 1945, and many were converted from steam heat to forced air decades after they were built. That means duct runs squeezed through floor-joist bays and crawl spaces, mixed materials, and systems that need a more careful hand than purpose-built ductwork in newer suburbs. Call Morton’s Air Duct Cleaning at (323) 918-4345 for a written quote before any work starts.
Why Medford Homes Are Different
Medford’s residential streets are dominated by pre-WWII triple-deckers and Colonial-era single-families that were originally built with steam-radiator or hot-water heat – systems with no ductwork at all. When owners and landlords converted these buildings to forced air in the 1970s through 1990s, contractors had to snake ductwork through floor-joist bays, wall cavities, and cramped crawl spaces never designed for HVAC. The result is convoluted, poorly sealed runs that trap debris far faster than purpose-built systems in newer communities like Burlington or Woburn just a few miles north.
In neighborhoods like the Hillside near Tufts University and South Medford, it’s common to find each floor of a triple-decker converted at a different decade. A single building may have three separate patchwork duct systems of mismatched ages, materials, and cleanliness levels, which means we scope unit by unit rather than assuming the building works as one system. Pre-1980 retrofits may have asbestos-containing insulation tape at duct seams or furnace boots, something we assess before any cleaning begins.
Medford sits directly in the Mystic River valley, and low-lying sections near Wellington and the Mystic Lakes corridor carry measurably higher ground-level humidity than upland communities to the north. Combined with cold Boston winters driving sharp temperature swings in uninsulated duct runs through exterior walls, this creates conditions that accelerate mold colonization inside ducts that are even slightly leaky. We check for that during every Medford job.
Our Main Medford Services
Medford homeowners call us most often for two jobs: clearing out the air ducts that move heated and cooled air through the house, and cleaning the dryer vent line that runs from the laundry room to the exterior. Both jobs here take longer than average because of the retrofit ductwork and older construction, and both come with the same written pricing and 365-Day Done Right Promise.
Air Duct Cleaning in Medford
Air duct cleaning in Medford often means working through runs that were retrofitted into houses never meant to hold them. We use professional-grade equipment from brands like Nikro and Honeywell to pull compacted dust, pet hair, and debris out of floor-joist bays and wall cavities without damaging the surrounding plaster and trim. A full job includes drop cloths along every work path, shoe covers on every technician, and before-and-after photos so you can see what came out. Air Duct Cleaning in Medford involves a careful unit-by-unit scope in triple-deckers, where each floor may have its own separate system.
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Medford
Dryer vent lines in Medford’s older homes often run long horizontal stretches through joist bays, which gives lint more surface area to accumulate. We clean the full run from the dryer to the exterior termination point, including the cap, using equipment from Abatement Technologies that clears accessible clogs without pushing the blockage deeper or roughening the pipe interior. Dryer Vent Cleaning in Medford is straightforward for us, but we take it seriously – clogged vents are a fire risk, and Medford’s long retrofit runs need thorough cleaning, not just the first few feet.
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 Medford
Our technicians work on systems from every major manufacturer found in Medford homes, including Aprilaire, Honeywell, and Nikro components. We carry common replacement parts in our service vehicles so most jobs finish same-day without waiting on a second visit. See our brands for the full list.
Pricing for Air Duct Cleaning Company in Medford, MA
| Service | Typical range in Medford |
|---|---|
| Air duct cleaning, single system | $350 - $500 |
| Air duct cleaning plus dryer vent | $425 - $650 |
| Full-system clean, large home | $500 - $800 |
| Dryer vent cleaning only | $125 - $225 |
| Long vent run surcharge | $50 - $150 |
| Triple-decker, one unit | $300 - $450 |
| Triple-decker, full building | $800 - $1,400 |
| Mold remediation add-on | $200 - $600 |
| Asbestos tape assessment | $100 - $250 |
Prices in Medford run higher than in newer suburbs because retrofit duct runs take longer to scope and clean properly, and pre-1980 homes may need asbestos tape assessment before we touch anything. The written price we provide before any work starts is the price you pay – no surprise line items, no per-vent upsells, no bait-and-switch.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Medford
We work throughout Medford, from the triple-deckers near Tufts to the single-family streets near the Mystic Lakes. Scheduling is generally easiest midweek, and our Boston-based dispatch lines us up with Medford jobs throughout the day. Neighborhoods we regularly serve include:
- The Hillside, including streets around Tufts University
- South Medford, especially the blocks west of Main Street
- Wellington and the Mystic River corridor
- Medford Square and surrounding streets
- West Medford near the mystic River Reservation
Service Area – Cities Near Medford
Along with Medford, our service area reaches nearby communities including Somerville, MA to the south, Malden, MA to the east, and Everett, MA along the Mystic. We also serve Arlington, WA for clients who relocated from the Boston area and want the same careful approach. If you’re just outside Medford, call (323) 918-4345 and we’ll confirm coverage.
Serving Medford, MA - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Medford 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 Medford
Most Medford jobs are scheduled within two to five business days, and midweek appointments are usually the most flexible. We serve Medford daily, and our Boston-based scheduling team can often fit you in sooner if you have a specific timeline. Call (323) 918-4345 to check current availability for your neighborhood.
No permit is required for routine air duct or dryer vent cleaning in Medford. However, if we identify an issue that needs a licensed HVAC contractor or building inspector – such as damaged ductwork or an improperly terminated vent – we’ll tell you before doing any work so you can decide next steps.
We serve the entire city of Medford, including the Hillside, South Medford, Wellington, West Medford, and all surrounding neighborhoods. Our service area also covers nearby communities like Somerville, Malden, and Everett. If you’re unsure whether we cover your street, call (323) 918-4345 and ask – a live person answers 24/7.
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 Medford Customers Say
"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"New house, old dusty ducts. They were gentle in the house, laid down drop cloths, and double checked every register was sealed back up. Air smells fresh now."
- Scott Hemmings