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5-Star Rated Tampa Bay Ductwork Replacement
Top Ductwork Replacement Services in Tampa Bay
Home Therapist provides expert ductwork replacement in Tampa to improve airflow, boost efficiency, and keep your home comfortable year-round. Our custom-designed duct systems reduce energy waste, eliminate hot and cold spots, and deliver cleaner, healthier air for your family.
Old ducts sagging or leaking in Tampa? We test the duct system first and tell you whether hand sealing or a replacement fixes it, with a written price.
Home Therapist serves Tampa Bay, Florida. In the area? FREE estimates and FREE diagnosis.
- Licensed CAC1819196 & CFC1431159
- 4.8 stars from 1,397 reviews
- Background-checked, drug-tested techs
- Hablamos español
At a glance
- Price per drop
- $599 for R-6 flex, $699 for the R-8 upgrade
- Partial replacement
- $2,800 to $4,400
- Whole house
- $7,200 to $11,700
- Code
- R-6 flex passes Hillsborough inspection; R-8 is an upgrade, not code
- Time on site
- One day for most homes, with more than one crew
- Design and testing
- ACCA Manual D sizing and a leakage test before and after
- Sound ducts
- Hand-sealed with mastic and UL-181 tape, quoted after a FREE inspection
- Permit
- We pull it and schedule the inspection; the fee is billed separately
Years of Experience
Expert HVAC technicians delivering trusted ductwork replacement and installation solutions for over a decade.
Free Estimates
Get clear, upfront pricing for your ductwork replacement. We provide accurate assessments with no hidden fees.
Same Day Services
Need your ducts replaced quickly? We offer same-day ductwork replacement services to restore comfort fast.
Reviewed by Richard Morales, Co-Owner & FL Class B Air Conditioning Contractor (FL license CAC1819196)
What ductwork replacement costs in Tampa Bay
Tampa Ductwork Replacement Pricing
All projects include FREE in-home estimate, FREE diagnosis on existing equipment, and a written warranty that depends on the job.
Flexible Duct System Replacement
From $599 per drop
- Duct leakage test and physical inspection
- ACCA Manual D duct design for your home layout
- R-6 flex duct with spiral wire reinforcement (R-8 upgrade available)
- Mastic-sealed connections at all plenums and register boots
- Post-installation leakage test to document improvement
- Florida mechanical permit where required (permit fee billed separately)
Sheet Metal Duct System
Up to $12,500
- ACCA Manual D sheet metal duct design
- Full sheet metal trunk and branch system
- Mastic-sealed joints throughout
- R-8 insulation wrap on attic sections
- Duct leakage test at completion (documented)
- Florida permit and Hillsborough County inspection (permit fee billed separately)
Financing available with $0 down payment and rates from 0% APR for qualifying applicants. Estimates and diagnostics are FREE on every call.
Undersized Ductwork Kills AC Equipment -- Not Just Comfort
When duct systems are undersized relative to the AC equipment pushing air through them, static pressure rises above equipment design limits. Evaporator coils operate below optimal airflow, causing them to freeze. Blower motors work against excessive static pressure, drawing more amperage and generating heat that shortens motor life. Compressors cycle more frequently against these adverse conditions. Replacing an undersized duct system with a properly Manual D-sized system protects the AC equipment and typically extends its service life by 3-5 years.
Call (813) 343-2212 for a FREE duct system assessment and leakage test -- know the condition before spending anything.
Comprehensive Ductwork Replacement in Tampa Bay
Keep Your Home Comfortable With Professional Ductwork Replacement
Old or damaged ducts can waste energy, reduce airflow, and shorten the life of your HVAC system. At Home Therapist, our certified HVAC technicians design and install ductwork tailored to your home, ensuring even temperatures and cleaner air in every room. With clear, upfront pricing, expert installation, and fast scheduling, we make it easy to upgrade your ducts and enjoy lasting comfort without surprise costs.
Choosing the right ductwork replacement for your Tampa Bay home
Ductwork Replacement in Tampa -- New Duct Systems for Better Comfort and Efficiency
When your duct system is 20-plus years old, perforated by pest activity, or simply too small for the AC equipment running through it, patching is not the answer. Home Therapist replaces complete duct systems in Tampa Bay homes -- from flexible duct and fiberglass duct board to sheet metal -- with systems designed to current Florida code and sized using ACCA Manual D. A properly designed new duct system can cut your cooling bills while eliminating hot rooms, whistling vents, and equipment strain. FREE assessment on every call.
Licensed CAC1819196 (HVAC) | CFC1431159 (Plumbing) | 1,300+ Five-Star Reviews
Professional Ductwork Replacement Near Me
The Ductwork Replacement Experts Tampa Bay Trusts
Old, leaky, or undersized ducts can waste energy, lower your comfort, and put extra strain on your HVAC system. At Home Therapist, we provide professional ductwork replacement in Tampa with no hidden fees or surprises. Our expert technicians design and install ducts that keep your home efficient, balanced, and comfortable, so you enjoy cleaner air and lower utility bills year-round.
Recent Ductwork Replacement Jobs in Tampa
Real Home Therapist jobs from Tampa neighborhoods. Click any job to see the full story, parts, photos, and outcome.
Full Duct Replacement on W Ballast Point Blvd: 13 Supply Drops, Blower Cleaning, and Air Handler Relocation in Tampa, FL 33611September 2025 · 13 photosHome Therapist Cooling, Heating, and Plumbing completed a ductwork replacement and sheetrock cutting services project. Read more here!Washing Machine P-Trap Replaced in 32 Minutes on Fennsbury Dr, Tampa, FL 33624April 2026See how we handled ductwork replacement in Tampa, FL 33624, adding a supply near a server room and installing new R6 flex ducts for balanced airflow.Toilet Installation on Imperial Key: Customer-Supplied Unit Swap in Tampa, FL 33615March 2026See how our team completed a full ductwork replacement with R6 flex ducts in Tampa, FL 33615, improving comfort, airflow, and efficiency for this home.
Recent work in Tampa
Real visits our licensed technicians completed in Tampa. Every job starts with a FREE estimate and FREE diagnosis.
Why Tampa Bay homeowners choose us
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What Ductwork Replacement Customers Say
Real Google reviews from Tampa Bay homeowners. Source: Home Therapist verified Google Business Profile (1,300+ five-star reviews aggregate).
★★★★★
I had a great experience with Alejandro from Home Therapist Cooling, Heating, and Plumbing. He repaired two toilets and installed the water line to my new refrigerator after the delivery team refused to connect it due to the existing plastic line. Alejandro truly went the ext..
★★★★★
As an engineer/fabricator/assembler, I have high standards from my contractors. This guy Sam, he fulfilled all my requests and installation needs. He took pride of his work, and left me with a smile. Price was fair and the time for the installation was fast; I didn’t waste..
Your Tampa Ductwork Replacement Timeline
- FREE Duct Assessment and Leakage TestTechnician inspects existing duct system physically and performs a blower test to measure actual leakage percentage before recommending any course of action.
- Design and ApprovalACCA Manual D duct design prepared for your specific floor plan. Written quote provided with material choice options. No work begins without your approval.
- Old Duct Removal and New InstallationExisting duct system removed, new system installed per the Manual D design. Typically completed in one day for average Tampa homes, with more than one crew.
- Post-Installation Testing and CommissioningPost-installation leakage test confirms performance. Airflow verified at each register. AC system run in cooling mode to confirm comfort improvement before closing out.
Need it faster? Call (813) 343-2212.
Replace the ducts or just seal them?
A tech runs a leakage test and checks each run on a FREE visit, then quotes the option that solves it. The estimate is FREE.
Our Simple Ductwork Replacement Process. By Your Side at Every Step
- 📞 Call us or schedule online, we’ll set up your free ductwork replacement estimate hassle-free.
- 🔧 Our ductwork replacement specialists arrive on time, inspect your current system, and install custom-designed ducts for maximum efficiency and comfort.
- 🏡 Sit back and enjoy balanced airflow, lower energy bills, and a more comfortable home.
Ductwork Replacement in Tampa Bay: what is different here
Three Tampa Specifics That Change Our Ductwork Replacement
Tampa Flexible Duct Installed Before 2000 Is Likely Failing Now
The flexible duct installed in most Tampa homes from the 1970s through the late 1990s used a mylar inner liner and minimal insulation that degrades rapidly in attic temperatures exceeding 130 degrees F. Inspections in these systems consistently reveal sagging sections that restrict airflow, disconnected connections at registers and plenums, torn inner liners, and collapsed runs that direct conditioned air nowhere. A system losing airflow to duct failures forces your AC to run significantly longer -- and your TECO or Duke Energy bill reflects that every month.
R-6 Flex Duct Passes Florida Code; R-8 Is an Optional Upgrade
R-6 insulated flexible duct passes Hillsborough County inspection in attic installations; R-8 is an optional upgrade, not a code requirement. Most new duct systems we install use R-6 flex duct ($599 per drop; R-8 is $699 per drop) with spiral wire reinforcement that resists sagging and collapse. The additional insulation reduces heat gain into the duct from the attic air, delivering colder air to your registers and reducing the cooling load on your equipment. If your existing system uses R-6 flex, the upgrade to R-8 alone reduces duct heat gain by approximately 20% per the Florida Solar Energy Center.
Sheet Metal Ductwork Lasts Longer but Requires Expert Design
Sheet metal duct systems have a theoretical lifespan of 30-50 years when properly sealed and maintained. They do not sag, do not collapse, and do not have inner liners that degrade. The trade-off is cost -- sheet metal costs more than a code-compliant flexible duct system. Sheet metal is the right choice for homeowners who plan to stay in the home long-term and want a permanent solution that will outlast multiple AC systems. Flexible duct is appropriate for most other applications and offers excellent performance when designed to ACCA Manual D standards.
Full Duct Replacement vs Hand Sealing: When Each Is the Right Call
Tampa Ductwork Replacement Quick Facts
- $599 per drop: R-6 flex duct replacement ($699 per drop for R-8)
- $6,500-12,500: sheet metal duct system
- Hand sealing (when ducts are structurally sound): quoted in writing after a FREE inspection
- R-6 flex duct passes Hillsborough inspection; R-8 is an optional upgrade
- ACCA Manual D: duct sizing standard we use on all replacements
- Pre-2000 flex duct: high failure rate in Tampa attic conditions
- Lower cooling bills after a properly designed duct system replacement
- FREE duct assessment and leakage test before any recommendation
Hand sealing with mastic and UL-181 foil tape is the right choice when your existing duct system is structurally sound but leaking at accessible joints and connections, with no major collapses or undersized runs present. Full duct replacement is the right choice when the existing system has structural failures (collapsed sections, completely disconnected runs), is undersized for the current equipment, or is so degraded that hand sealing cannot fix it. We perform a duct leakage test and physical inspection before recommending either approach, and we will not recommend full replacement if hand sealing will solve the problem at lower cost.
Schedule a FREE Duct System Assessment for Your Tampa Home
Home Therapist serves all Tampa ZIP codes from 33602 to 33647. Hot rooms, high bills, or duct system age over 20 years are all reasons to call (813) 343-2212 or book online. The assessment and leakage test are FREE.
Licensed CAC1819196 (HVAC) | CFC1431159 (Plumbing) | Serving Tampa Bay since 2017
Our Service Area
Reliable Ductwork Replacement Services Across Tampa Bay
At Home Therapist, we’ve proudly served Tampa Bay homeowners since 2017 with professional ductwork replacement and HVAC services. Our expert team replaces aging, leaky, and inefficient ducts with high-quality systems designed for maximum airflow and comfort. By upgrading your ductwork, we help eliminate hot and cold spots, reduce wasted energy, and improve your indoor air quality. From Clearwater and St. Petersburg to Brandon, Riverview, and beyond, families across Tampa Bay trust Home Therapist for reliable, long-lasting ductwork replacement backed by our satisfaction guarantee.
Tampa, FL: Ductwork replacement Service Area
- Local ductwork replacement coverage
- We provide ductwork replacement throughout Tampa in Hillsborough County, Florida. Tampa homes range from 1920s bungalows in Seminole Heights and Hyde Park to newer builds in Westchase and New Tampa. Our techs work on older copper piping and modern PEX systems alike, and we carry Goodman and Daikin AC parts for same-day repair across all neighborhoods.
- Zip codes served in Tampa
- 33602, 33603, 33604, 33605, 33606, 33607, 33609, 33610, 33611, 33612, 33613, 33614, 33615, 33616, 33617, 33618, 33619, 33624, 33625, 33626, 33629, 33634, 33635, 33637, 33647.
- Neighborhoods we serve near Tampa
- Seminole Heights, Hyde Park, Ybor City, South Tampa, New Tampa, Westchase, Citrus Park, Carrollwood, Downtown Tampa, Davis Islands, Channelside.
- Nearby landmarks
- Busch Gardens, Amalie Arena, University of South Florida, Tampa International Airport, Raymond James Stadium. We serve Tampa 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
- Free estimates, free diagnosis
- Every ductwork replacement call in Tampa includes a free on-site diagnosis. Call (813) 343-2212 for same-day service.
The techs who do the work
Our HVAC work is done under Richard Morales’s Florida Class B Air Conditioning Contractor license, CAC1819196. Every tech is background-checked and drug-tested, factory-trained, and trains with us every week. Meet the whole team.
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Roberto
HVAC technician
Alejandro
HVAC and plumbing technician
Ductwork replacement questions from Tampa Bay homeowners
Your Questions About Ductwork Replacement in Tampa Bay
Have questions about ductwork replacement in Tampa Bay? We’re here to help. If you don’t see what you’re looking for below, just give us a call, our certified HVAC technicians are always happy to chat.
How much does it cost to replace ductwork?
In Tampa Bay, ductwork replacement typically costs $2,800 to $4,400 for a partial job and $7,200 to $11,700 for a full replacement, depending on the size of your home, the type of materials used, and whether it’s a partial or full replacement. Home Therapist provides free, upfront estimates so you know the exact cost before we begin.
Is it worth it to replace ductwork?
Yes. Old, leaky, or undersized ducts can waste 20 to 30% of your system’s energy. Replacing them improves comfort, lowers utility bills, extends HVAC lifespan, and helps improve indoor air quality, making it a worthwhile investment.
Do HVAC companies replace ductwork?
Yes. Most professional HVAC companies, including Home Therapist, provide ductwork replacement services. We custom design and install ducts to fit your home, ensuring balanced airflow and long-term efficiency.
Does homeowners insurance cover air duct replacement?
Usually not. Insurance doesn’t cover ducts that fail due to age or normal wear and tear. However, if ducts are damaged by a covered peril, like fire, water damage, or storms, insurance may help. Always check with your policy provider for details.
How much does a new HVAC system cost for a 2,000-square-foot home?
A new HVAC system for a 2,000 sq. ft. home typically ranges from $7,500 to $12,500, depending on the brand, efficiency level, and installation requirements. If your ductwork also needs replacement, that cost is added separately.
What is the lifespan of ductwork?
Ductwork generally lasts 15 to 25 years. After about 15 years, problems like leaks, sagging, and insulation breakdown become common, reducing efficiency and comfort. At that point, replacement is often the best solution.
How to tell if ductwork needs replacing?
You may need ductwork replacement if you notice:
- Uneven temperatures between rooms
- Rising energy bills
- Dust buildup or poor air quality
- Ducts that are rusted, damaged, or over 15 years old
Can I replace air ducts myself?
It’s not recommended. Proper duct design requires calculations, sealing, and insulation to meet code and maximize efficiency. DIY ductwork often leads to airflow problems and energy waste. Always hire a licensed HVAC professional.
Do you have to open walls to replace ductwork?
In most Tampa homes, ducts run through attics, crawl spaces, or basements, so walls do not need to be opened. In rare cases, if ducts are hidden in wall cavities, limited wall access may be required.
How much does Home Depot charge for HVAC installation?
Home Depot typically charges $7,000 to $12,000 for HVAC installation, depending on system size and region. This often doesn’t include ductwork replacement. Working directly with Home Therapist means upfront pricing without big-box markups.
How long does it take to replace ductwork?
Most ductwork replacement projects take one day with more than one crew, depending on the size and complexity of your home. Larger or more customized duct systems may take longer, but our team works efficiently to minimize disruption.
More about ductwork replacement in Tampa Bay
Home Therapist’s Ductwork Replacement Success Stories
Your Tampa Bay Neighbors Trust Us for Ductwork Replacement
Since 2017, Home Therapist has helped homeowners across Tampa Bay replace old, leaky, and undersized ducts with high-quality ductwork designed for comfort and efficiency. Our custom replacements improve airflow, eliminate hot and cold spots, and reduce wasted energy. With upfront pricing, honest recommendations, and a satisfaction guarantee, it’s easy to see why families across Tampa choose us for their ductwork replacement.
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Ductwork Replacement Tampa: Common Questions
Is it easy to replace air ducts?
Duct replacement is not a DIY project. It requires proper sizing, sealing, and knowledge of Tampa's building requirements. Home Therapist handles the full process with free estimates and same-day service. Call (813) 343-2212 to schedule.
Where can I find custom ductwork solutions near me in Tampa?
Home Therapist provides custom ductwork solutions throughout Tampa Bay. Every visit includes a free estimate and free diagnosis. With 1,300-plus five-star reviews and licenses CAC1819196 and CFC1431159, we design duct systems suited to Florida's intense heat and humidity. Call (813) 343-2212.
Can ductwork be repaired?
Yes, ductwork can often be repaired rather than fully replaced. Small leaks, disconnected joints, and minor damage are fixed with mastic sealant or metal tape. Severely crushed, moldy, or deteriorated ducts typically need full replacement. Home Therapist offers free diagnosis on every visit to determine the right solution. Call (813) 343-2212.
Where we work near Tampa Bay
We serve the three counties of Tampa Bay from our shop at 1408 W Linebaugh Ave in Tampa.
Hillsborough County
Tampa, Brandon, Riverview, Carrollwood, Town ’n’ Country, Plant City, Ruskin, Sun City Center, Apollo Beach, Valrico, Lutz, Seffner
Pinellas County
St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Largo, Dunedin, Oldsmar, Safety Harbor, Pinellas Park, Seminole, Tarpon Springs, Treasure Island, St. Pete Beach
Pasco County
Wesley Chapel, Land O’ Lakes, New Port Richey, Holiday, Hudson, Trinity, Zephyrhills, Dade City
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Air Conditioning Services
We specialize in providing top-of-the-line cooling solutions for your home or business. From Air Conditioning installation and maintenance to repair and replacement, we offer a comprehensive range of services to ensure your air conditioning system runs smoothly all year round.
Heating Services
We specialize in providing reliable, energy-efficient heating solutions for Tampa Bay homes. Whether you’re dealing with an emergency breakdown or planning a full system upgrade, Home Therapist is here with expert installation, repair, and maintenance services.
Ductwork and Air Quality Services
We help Tampa Bay homeowners improve indoor air quality, lower energy bills, and extend HVAC system life with professional ductwork and air treatment services. From duct sealing to air purification, we do it all.
Plumbing Services
Explore our full range of plumbing services by category. From leak detection and repiping to fixture installations and water heater solutions, we’ve got Tampa Bay’s plumbing needs covered.
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