Dryer Vent Repair Clairlea, Scarborough — Ducts, Hoods & Re-Routes
Vinyl and thin foil duct on a concealed run is not code-compliant in Ontario. If that is what you have, it needs replacing.
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Cleaning only helps if the duct is intact. We replace crushed foil with rigid or semi-rigid metal, reseal joints that came apart inside a joist bay, re-route runs that were never compliant, and replace exterior hoods that no longer close in Clairlea, Scarborough.
Common failures we replace
Torn or collapsed flex behind the appliance, ducts terminating into an attic or soffit, screw penetrations catching lint, unsealed joints leaking into framing, and broken hood dampers.
Rigid metal, foil-taped joints
Concealed runs get smooth rigid metal with foil-taped joints and no interior fasteners. That is both the code requirement in Clairlea, Scarborough and the reason the duct stays clear longer.
Re-routing that actually works
Too many elbows or an uphill run guarantees repeat blockages. Where the route is the problem, we redesign it rather than cleaning the same failure every year.
Dryer Vent Cleaning pricing in Clairlea, Scarborough
Real 2026 ranges. Your exact number is confirmed in writing before any work starts.
| Service | Typical range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Transition replacement (behind dryer) | $120 – $240 | Rigid or semi-rigid metal |
| Exterior hood and damper replacement | $189 – $340 | Includes sealing and clamping |
| Joint repair and duct resealing | $180 – $420 | Concealed runs, access dependent |
| Full duct re-route | $650 – $2,400 | Quoted after inspection |
How the visit works in Clairlea, Scarborough
- 1
Airflow test before we start
We measure real exhaust airflow at the exterior hood so you see the honest 'before' number for your home in Clairlea, Scarborough.
- 2
Camera scan of the duct
A push camera runs the elbows, transitions, and termination so the blockage is located, not guessed at.
- 3
Rotary brush and HEPA vacuum
A counter-rotating brush breaks the lint mat loose while a negative-pressure HEPA vacuum captures it. Nothing blows back into the laundry room.
- 4
Termination and damper service
Exterior hood cleared, damper flap freed, and bird nests or lint-catching screens removed.
- 5
Transition and connection check
Crushed foil behind the dryer is straightened or replaced with rigid or semi-rigid metal and properly clamped.
- 6
After test and photo report
We re-measure airflow and email before/after numbers with photos, so the improvement is documented rather than promised.
What Scarborough customers say
4.9 out of 5 from 743 reviews across the GTA. A selection relevant to this service below.
Removed the nest, fitted a proper damper, and explained why the old screened hood was the reason it kept happening.
The duct behind the dryer was pinched flat. They replaced it with rigid metal and the burning smell is completely gone.
HEPA vacuum meant nothing escaped into the laundry room. They even wiped down the machine afterwards.
Awkward access and they got on with it without complaint. Would have liked a slightly earlier slot but the work was thorough.
Dryer Vent Cleaning FAQs — Clairlea, Scarborough
Can you repair without opening walls?
In most homes in Clairlea, Scarborough, yes — we work from the appliance side and the exterior termination, and tell you upfront if access is unavoidable.
How do I know the duct is leaking?
Humidity or a warm-lint smell in the laundry room while the dryer runs, or lint dust on nearby surfaces.
Is foil flex duct allowed at all?
Only as a short, exposed transition behind the appliance — never inside a wall, floor, or ceiling.
Do you handle townhouse and condo runs?
Yes, including shared shafts, booster fans, and the documentation building management asks for.
How long does a repair take?
Transitions and hoods take an hour or two. Re-routes are usually a half or full day.
Is the work warrantied?
Yes — a written workmanship warranty on all repairs in Clairlea, Scarborough.
Book dryer vent cleaning in Clairlea, Scarborough
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Call (437) 475-2233