Duct sealing helps homeowners stay comfortable, and you can schedule sealing as needed outside of regular maintenance. Let’s take a look at four major benefits of duct sealing that you can take advantage of in Palm Desert, CA.
1. Improved Comfort
Problematic ducts can cause your system to miss target temperatures when warm air escapes on the way to a designated space. This is one reason people might feel cold at night after setting the thermostat to a temperature they know is comfortable. You may deal with frequent cycles of the wrong length as well; this can cause excess noise in some cases.
2. Components in Good Repair
Poorly sealed ductwork can cause undue strain on critical system components and contribute to the need for otherwise avoidable repairs. Moreover, checking and sealing ducts is a good place to start going through your system section by section and find out if parts work or need repairs. You can potentially reduce repair costs and extend the life of the whole system by helping optimize cycle times and completing repairs early.
3. Cleaner Air
Ducts with cracks and tears can allow dust and other contaminants that may pose a health risk to invade your home’s ductwork and pollute your indoor air. You might also deal with organic growth or pollution from outside, especially if cracks are near vents that lead to the outdoors.
4. Lower Energy Bills
Your system has to work harder than normal to achieve target temperatures when ducts have cracks and holes. You’ll likely have to raise or lower the thermostat temperature more due to inefficiency, and you might not get the right results anyway.
Don’t let damaged ducts add to your energy bill and keep you uncomfortable. Call our experts at Vic’s Air Conditioning to keep your system running smoothly with high-quality duct sealing and maintenance.
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