What is the condition of your home’s ductwork? You probably don’t have an answer to this question because you can’t see most of the ducts in the house. They’re hidden in walls, ceilings, and the attic. That makes it easy to not think about the ducts much at all, as if they won’t change over the years.
But ducts can suffer damage, sag with age, and have troubles due to poor installation. This can lead to the ducts having air leaks. These air leaks are how your ducts could become costly for you—seemingly small problems that turn into energy thieves. This isn’t a rare occurrence, either. Many homes unknowingly have signs of leaky air ducts for years and don’t realize they’re paying more to heat or cool their homes than they should.
We want to help you stop leaky ducts from gobbling up money. Below we’ll look into the trouble with leaky ducts, how to detect them, and what to do about them.
How can leaky ductwork increase costs and why is duct repair essential?
- Energy loss from leaks: Up to 30% of conditioned air may escape through leaks in the ducts, wasting energy and increasing heating and cooling bills.
- Reduced system efficiency: Leaks cause a pressure drop in ductwork, forcing the HVAC system to work harder and wear out faster.
- Visible warning signs: Rising utility bills, rattling ducts, musty or dusty odors, weak airflow, and uneven temperatures can all point to duct leaks.
- Professional repair solution: HVAC technicians use durable mastic sealants and specialized metallic tape, not duct tape, to permanently seal leaks and restore duct integrity.
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