If you notice an excessive temperature change in your home, that cannot seem to go away even after you have increased or decreased the temperature. There’s a chance the leaky ductwork is causing problems. The influx of pollutants from unconditioned areas is drawn into your ductwork, resulting in increased dust levels and compromised air quality.
However, you can fix it to normalize your home's temperature. With the advancement of technology, the U.S. Department of Energy and EPA have come up with a solution for you. Say goodbye to leaky ducts in your homes and think about trying Aeroseal to seal your ducts.
Aeroseal
Aeroseal resulted from the discovery made by the U.S. Department of Energy and EPA. After conducting a study, they discovered that about 20-30% of the air that flows through the ductwork can easily get lost in holes or areas that are not connected properly. As a result of their discovery, they created a safe and eco-friendly adhesive that seals the holes in the ducts. It covers about ⅝ diameter area to seal the ductwork from the inside. Aeroseal can last you for 10 years; in some cases, it can even last more than 20+ years.
The usage of Aeroseal comes with a promise to ensure your homes are cleaner than before and low cost of energy. After applying Aeroseal, your systems can deliver excellent hot air directly to all parts of your home without running overworking. The duct doesn't pick up a lot of particles, which extends the life of the air filters and lowers the dust in your home.
The benefits of air duct sealing
There are multiple benefits of air duct sealing that so many of our clients have experienced, but some of the most highlighted are the ones that we have listed below. Take a look at them to understand how opting for the procedure can be a lifesaver for you as it has been for so many people.
Avoid dirty air in your homes
No matter how much you work or stay away from home, it needs to be one of the cleanest places to live. A leakage in your air duct system can be dangerous because it pulls dirty air into your HVAC system and leads to your home. Now imagine your blower being in your crawlspace or your attic; a leakage means you're breathing the air from either the crawlspace or your attic. That doesn't sound clean now, does it?
When the air duct supply becomes leaky, it also damages the air quality in your surroundings. It decreases the amount of airflow in your home, which means some of the rooms in your house might not even get the right amount of air supply. This harms the air pressure, leading to the increment of air infiltration from the outdoors.
After some time, you will breathe a high concentration of dust, pollutants from the atmosphere, and pollen. This makes you feel nothing but uncomfortable, especially from the lack of airflow in your home. Sealing ducts blocks all of the issues mentioned above, allowing your home to remain a safe and clean space for you and your loved ones.
The battle of higher energy bills vs low energy bills
Speaking of an overworked system, having a properly sealed duct means the air is precisely where it belongs, and that is inside your household. When the conditioned air increases, your HVAC system works less to keep you and your family at ease. Eventually, you'll increase the life span of your ducts when you seal them up entirely. We encourage you to opt for this service because you’ll notice not only a change in the way the airflow works but also a change in your energy bills.
Improve airflow and increase comfort in your homes.
A comfortable living space is essential now, and sealing the duct can help you do that. A leaky duct can prevent the air from making it to different areas of your house, especially where you need it. For example, when the duct leaks, the air might not be warm; imagine this on a cold winter night. The leaks out of the ducts cause the room to become very cold, and you might feel very chilly during the night and need more than a blanket to sleep peacefully.
When our team seals the ducts for you, it ensures the conditioned air can flow to the areas where it needs to move. This results in the increment of airflow, and your HVAC doesn't overwork itself.
Staying safe and away from deadly gases
If the ductwork runs anywhere close to your kitchen appliances, a minor leakage can also result in the combustion of gases. The polluted air passes through your ventilation system and can end up causing a sudden fire and even an explosion. Some non-combustible gases can result in causing health issues and even result in death. Gases like carbon monoxide are very deadly; you won't be able to smell or see them, but if they combine with a furnace and a leaking duct, they surely will have you paying more than you can imagine.
Purified evaporator oil
You are now aware that a leaking duct, especially with a blower in your attic or crawlspace, brings polluted air inside your system. The accumulation of dust, dirt, pollen, and other particles can cause problems in the evaporator oil. With the hot summers approaching here in Virginia, a dirty and wet coil can become a home for microbes. These microbes can eventually grow, leading to a pungent smell and polluting the air you breathe.
Having a good filter can be beneficial in blocking any dust and dirt particles from reaching the coil in your system, but not always. This is why a duct leak leads to a dirty coil and, eventually, a problem in your HVAC system.
This is why it is safe to get a regular service done to get the evaporator oil cleaned and seal the ducts to prevent any dirt and gunk from landing on your coil.
Why choose Aeroseal?
Aeroseal has brought a positive change, and we cannot recommend it enough! Not only does it make your homes clean, but it also helps reach all the areas that are usually tough to seal. You might be wondering how long the procedure takes; for new homes, it takes a few hours, but for existing homes, the process takes about a few days. The Aeroseal process is non-destructive, requiring no cutting through the drywall at all. It comes with a warranty, which means it lasts you for a long time, and it's proven to be safe.
The sealant is entirely non-toxic, UL-listed, and low-VOC certified. You might not miss the mild odor, but it goes within a few days.
Let Us Help You!
Duct sealing is a process we recommend to our clients 100%! Let our professionals at Solutions Heating and Cooling assist you in making your homes more comfortable and help save you some bucks that you may end up spending with the consistent issues that come up with a leaky duct.
Our experts come over and take a look at your systems and provide you with the right amount of guidance. With experience of helping 20+ homes with Aeroseal, it’s safe to say our technicians are perfect for the job. If you need a professional HVAC expert to repair or inspect your plumbing fixtures in Halifax, call us at (434) 404-4461. We serve Clarksville, South Boston, Halifax, Chase City, Danville, Lynchburg and surrounding areas!
