We should all care to know a little about the duct-work
within our homes. Most of us don’t know anything about ducts because they are
located in our attics, crawlspaces or in the walls or between the floors.
Did you know that your ducts are responsible for delivering
conditioned air to each of the rooms in your house? Probably you do. What you
may not know is that if your duct-work was not designed
or installed correctly (this is a true fact in the majority of homes), you may
be experiencing uneven and uncomfortable temperatures, excessively dusty rooms,
health issues, higher than normal utility bills, and shorter equipment life.
This is not a good thing.
The good news is duct-work issues can be solved. Some issues
such as leaky ducts can be repaired by the homeowner with a gallon or so of
mastic paste and a couple of brushes to seal the air leaks. Other issues need
to be addressed by an expert in air system distribution systems.
A duct design should be evaluated by a professional HVAC
contractor. They will perform a static air pressure test to determine if the
ducts are causing harm to the heating and cooling system. The HVAC expert can
find the leaks using specialized instruments. There are many duct systems that
have undersized supply and return air ducts. This causes the homeowner
discomfort, high utility bills, and shorter equipment life.
If you are experiencing any of the issues mentioned above,
please contact your HVAC company to evaluate your ducts and perform any
necessary repairs. You will be glad you did and wonder why you waited so long.
Remember that not all HVAC companies are trained well in
this area. All Seasons Heating and Cooling can help you with your duct concerns.
