Your air ducts are equally important as the equipment used to heat and cool your home. If fact, the most expensive, top-of-the-line heating and cooling system won’t work to its full potential if the air ducts are poorly designed or improperly installed.
Yet even if all the boxes are checked, uninsulated ductwork could result in energy loss, condensation and mold growth, and a slew of other woes.
Read on to learn the multiple benefits of insulating air ducts in the basement, attic, crawl space, garage, and anywhere else they might be installed.
Energy Savings
As air moves through ductwork in unconditioned spaces, heat (or cool air) loss can occur, thus making your HVAC systems work harder to achieve the desired temperatures. That drives up energy consumption and utility costs.
Prevents Condensation
If you have a central air conditioning system, the cool air passing through warmer areas of a home can cause condensation and dripping – just like an ice cold beverage on a hot summer day. The ducts can become rusted or stained over time while fostering significant mold growth.
Noise Reduction
Ductwork can produce more than its fair share of noise. In the winter, metal ducts can expand as warm air travels, and contract once an ideal comfort level is reached and the system shuts off. This results in loud popping and cracking noises. Insulating air ducts won’t completely eradicate the problem; however, the insulation will act as a damper to muffle the sound.
Ultimately, it’s all about increased comfort and lower utility costs – always a nice combination, and one that Optimum Air consistently delivers through our many home heating and cooling services. Not enjoying the kind of indoor comfort you want? Call us – there’s plenty we can do to help.