Many people don’t realize just how important the air ducts are to a central heating and AC system, and just how much they can contribute to your comfort or to your discomfort. Improper duct design is all to common with newer homes or room renovations because, sometimes, this job is not put in the hands of an HVAC expert familiar with sizing, zoning, heat loads, and more.
What HVAC Experts Do to Plan for Duct Installation
When an HVAC professional installs a new set of ducts in a home, or as part of a renovation, a lot of planning goes into the job first and foremost. Hopefully, your technician will take the time to think about how to optimize air flow. Too many angles create obstacles for air flowing into your home, meaning it takes longer to get cool (or warm, in the winter).
Technicians know how to choose the proper duct material and design the ducts in an efficient manner that maximizes airflow and matches an air conditioner’s specifications.
Why Professional Installation Matters
Then, there’s the matter of getting the ducts into place. You’ll find plenty of guides out there about duct installation, but no guide can give you the experience of installing ducts time and time again. A professional who has done this before knows how to check for leaks. You can expect a tight seal at the joints and an installation that will hold up for years to come.
The fact is that most homes have ductwork that is leaky, at least to some extent, with the average air leak percentage reaching 20-30%. This percentage reflects the amount of air, either coming through the supply grille or going toward the return vents, that does not make it to the inside of the home. That means that 30% of what you pay for heating and AC may be going right into your attic!
Call experts who know the ins and outs of ductwork replacement. Call Air Classic for all of your air conditioning and heating needs in Hollywood, CA!
