In a home with a forced-air heating and cooling system, ductwork is the highway on which conditioned air travels, making it important to properly maintain this equipment throughout the year. Damaged ducts can contribute to poor indoor air quality, inconsistent temperatures and increased energy costs. Sealing ductwork helps improve HVAC efficiency, making your home more comfortable.
Benefits Of Sealing Ductwork
Over time, ductwork develops leaks. While you may be able to address some leaks on your own, hiring a professional HVAC specialist allows for the proper sealing of ducts hidden in walls and ceilings. Here are five benefits of having your ductwork sealed by a professional:
- Energy efficiency: Duct leaks can cause up to 20 percent of the air to escape from the ductwork. This causes your system to work harder and increases your energy bills. Sealing ductwork helps reduce this energy loss, reducing energy costs and alleviating the strain on your system.
- Comfort: The main purpose of your home’s HVAC system is to help keep your family comfortable. Properly sealed ducts are better able to distribute air and keep your home at the ideal temperature.
- Safety: Common household equipment such as water heaters and furnaces produce combustible gases and release carbon monoxide. When ducts are leaky, these gases can backdraft into the home. Sealing ductwork prevents this from happening.
- Environment: Improving your HVAC system’s energy efficiency can have a big impact on the environment. When your HVAC system uses less energy from fossil fuels, you reduce the amount of air pollution produced by your home.
- Air quality: Duct leaks may allow fumes, insulation and dust into the home. These impurities may aggravate allergy and asthma problems.Proper duct sealing reduces the presence of these unwanted contaminants.
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