If the ducting isn’t properly planned, the distribution of your air affects your comfort, the quality of your indoor air and your energy costs.
New Home Duct System Design
Years ago, the ducting system was installed almost as an afterthought. Poorly distributed ducts exist in millions of older homes and are costing homeowners with needlessly higher energy bills. In recent years, however, energy-conscious architects and home builders have become aware of how important duct design is for new homes. Basic supply duct configurations get more attention in early planning stages than they did previously, maximizing the efficiency of present-day heating and cooling systems.
Problems With Poor Airflow
A poorly planned duct system design can result in airflow problems that a homeowner may never have a clue about. Depending on the age of your home, having a professional evaluation and altering your ducts could potentially result in significant savings in annual energy costs. Here’s a list of some of the common problems homeowners face:
•Too few supply or return vents in rooms
•Long runs of incorrectly sized ducts to distant rooms
•Sharp turns or junctions where airflow is slowed
•Exposed ducts that aren’t sealed inside conditioned spaces
•Bad seals at delivery and return vents
Ideally, all ducts should be contained in conditioned spaces. If this isn’t possible, they should be well insulated. Ducts should be configured so that there are easily graduated turns which don’t interfere with the velocity of the air. If the air speed slows, poor distribution throughout the home can result.
These are all problems resulting in higher costs and lower comfort.
If you’d like more information about how your silent and hidden ducts should work, contact the experts at Ation Heating and Air Conditioning. We’re happy to help educate you about the value of good duct system design, as well as answer any other home comfort questions you may have.
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