Many homes get their heating and cooling from a central HVAC system. These systems rely on ducts to move conditioned air throughout the home. One of the issues with ducts is that they can develop air leaks over time. If your ducts leak, opt for duct sealing in Champaign, IL. Jesse Heating & Air Conditioning‘s technicians use only the best duct seal mixture.
Duct Seal for Better HVAC
No duct network is perfect, and even new ducts will have a small amount of leakage. The problem arises when leakage becomes more severe and continues to worsen. According to the Department of Energy, the average home with older ducts loses 20% to 40% of its heated and cooled air. That’s a significant amount that you’ll feel in your monthly bills. It also undermines air quality because air enters the ducts from the attic or crawl space. There are several reasons ducts develop leakage over time. Duct networks comprise duct sections that have seals between them. Through use, those seals wear out, leading to air leaks between the sections. Duct panels can also develop punctures and other issues.
- Greater comfort
- Smaller carbon footprint
- Enhanced indoor air quality
- More even heating and cooling
- Reduced heating and cooling costs
Recognizing the energy efficiency implications, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) funded the development of an aerosol-based duct seal. The process involves spraying a non-toxic aerosol into the ducts. That aerosol fills in the gaps in panels and between sections. That alone can lower air leakage from as high as 40% to less than 5%. This will make a dramatic difference in your comfort and how much you pay for heating and cooling. Depending on the condition of your ducts, you may need measures beyond just aerosol-based duct sealing. In some cases, we will need to use duct tape and/or mastic sealant to create a tight seal. Damaged ducts may need repairs. A common issue is failed mounting hardware that causes the ducts to shift. It’s necessary to correct that before sealing the ducts. In cases where a panel has a large puncture that you can’t seal, you have to replace it instead.
Professional Duct Sealing in Champaign
Jesse Heating & Air Conditioning is a family business that has provided HVAC services to Champaign since 1979. That means we have over 45 years of experience in the region. Our company has earned certification from ENERGY STAR and the BPI. We seal ducts using EPA-approved techniques and materials. We’re also BBB accredited with an A+ rating.
Do you want to learn more about how our duct seal in Champaign works so well? Call Jesse Heating & Air Conditioning today or contact us online with any questions or to schedule an in-person consultation.
