Is $5,900 to repair in-slab ductwork with Duct Armor encapsulation a fair price?
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My mother recently bought this condo and has been experiencing trouble with dust blowing from the registers when the system is on. There was also an unnoticed leak from the main water shut-off that has since been repaired. I'm not sure if over $6,000 is worth it, and I don't appreciate the hyperbole in the report, which claims sand is "POURING" into the system and insists the work must be done now. I'm looking for an impartial opinion on the condition, the quote's fairness, and other potential options.
Quote Details
This quote is for the repair of in-slab ductwork using the Duct Armor product. The service addresses heavy rust, holes, and sand intrusion within the ductwork, as well as air leakage. - Scope: 128 linear feet of 6-inch diameter in-slab ducting, including 6 in-slab register boots and 2 toe-kicks - Process: Cleaning and encapsulation of the ductwork and register boots - Furnace Plenum Pit: Treatment to stop the spread of rust on walls and floor where ductwork originates - Exclusions: The cost to remove and re-install the AC coil by an HVAC company is not included and must be done prior to the cleaning and encapsulation work.
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Category
HVAC
Price
$5,900
Quote Date
July 30, 2025
Location
Ohio
Home Size
1,050 sq ft
System type
Furnace, Air conditioner
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