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Duct Repair and Sealing in Albany

Ductwork Won’t Last Forever

If you own an older home, your air ducts may not be enough for modern high-efficiency HVAC systems. Ducts and their various pieces—seams, seals and joists—can start to break down around 15 years. They reach their maximum life span at approximately 20 to 25 years.

Ductwork can also expands and contracts through different temperatures. These changing conditions over the years can cause it to break loose and leak air. Leaks can increase your utility costs and lead to poor indoor air quality. Damaged ducts can also attract and spread pollen, dust and other impurities.

Your attic, crawl space, garage or other noninsulated space may contain some of your ductwork. Moisture can occur during periods of high humidity, causing rust to eat through the metal.

An inefficient home can lose up to 30% of airflow because of gaps in your air ducts.

5 Signs You Need to Replace Your Ductwork

There are a few other clues that could indicate ductwork may need to be replaced:

  1. Your ducts are older than 15 years.
  2. Your home is very dusty, or allergies are worse at home.
  3. You can’t manage the temperature in certain rooms.
  4. You can see ducts that are broken.
  5. You smell a bold musty scent when your HVAC system turns on.

Adding new ductwork can make your home cozier—and healthier—through better temperature management and air quality. In addition, it can enhance your furnace’s and air conditioner’s efficiency.

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Old, Leaky Ducts in Albany Could Cost You

Ductwork is a vital part of your Albany home’s heating and air conditioning system. When it’s working properly, it provides plentiful comfort throughout your house.

An average home leaks 20 to 30 percent of its conditioned air because of poorly connected ducts and cracks in the ductwork. Air leaks can make your equipment work harder and lead to higher home energy costs.

There are a few indications that your home has underperforming ducts:

  1. Heating and cooling expenses are going up.
  2. Rooms feel stuffy.
  3. Ductwork runs through an uninsulated area, such as an attic, crawl space or garage.
  4. Your HVAC system is excessively noisy.

Roland J. Down Service Experts can help when your home feels miserable.

Loose, Uninsulated Ducts Can Increase Energy Bills

An inefficient home can waste up to 30 percent of airflow through its ductwork. Openings in your air ducts can expand further, reducing efficiency by as much as 20 percent.

Leaks could also draw in combustion gases including carbon monoxide that are supposed to be discharged outdoors. Natural gas water heaters, clothes dryers and furnaces produce small amounts of CO during everyday use.

Trust the Experts at Albany when you want duct repair. We can seal air ducts and insulate them too. This can keep you more comfortable and can even lower your energy costs. A sealed and insulated duct system is also vital when you’re installing a new HVAC system.

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Begin by requesting a no-cost consultation with our Experts. We’ll examine your supply ducts and recommend the best options for your home. Whether we suggest replacing or sealing your ductwork, our work is supported by our one-year, 100% Satisfaction Guarantee.*

Our specialists are ACE certified, which means they’ve received the top industry certification. This provides them with the skill to get the job done right the first time.

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