Does Duct Sealing Help Improve Home Air Quality?

A leaky air duct can be a hassle for several reasons. It puts your home at risk of lowered HVAC efficiency and loss of up to 30% of your heating and cooling, and it can lead to an overworked system and abnormally high utility bills that could have been avoided. It can also decrease the quality of your indoor air.

Can professional duct sealing make a difference? In short, yes! Sealing your ducts promotes efficient HVAC operation and can, by default, improve your home’s air quality. This blog post investigates what duct sealing involves, its benefits, and how to determine if your Northeast Ohio home needs it.

What Is Duct Sealing?

As the name suggests, duct sealing is sealing ductwork to prevent air from leaking out of holes and cracks. Aeroseal is a smart technology that can find the exact amount of air leakage and target specific holes and cracks in your ductwork.

From there, a professional can apply a seal directly onto said cracks and gaps. Expert duct sealing can improve system efficiency and limit contaminants from entering your home’s air, which could negatively impact your air quality.

Benefits of Sealing Your Home’s Ducts

When you hire professionals for duct sealing services, you’ll reap many long-lasting benefits you’ll notice immediately. Some perks of expert duct cleaning include:

Better Indoor Air Quality

When your ducts are properly sealed, dirt, dust, chemicals, pet dander, and other pollutants are much less likely to get in and circulate throughout your home. This will better ensure stuffy air, odors, and allergens are a thing of the past.

Improved HVAC Efficiency

Leaky ducts can result in 20% to 30% of air loss. Sealed ductwork prevents your conditioned air from slipping through holes and cracks, ensuring the air is directed to your ventilation as designed. This will limit strain on your HVAC unit, inevitably improving its efficiency.

Monthly Costs Are Lower

If you lose 20% to 30% of your heating and cooling, you make up for it by paying 20% to 30% more in monthly HVAC costs. If your ducts are sealed and your unit works as intended, you’ll save money in the long run.

Heightened Safety

When operating normally, your home’s appliances release combustion gases, such as carbon monoxide, through ventilation. If your ducts leak, these gases can “back-draft” and be pushed into your living space, harming your well-being and your home.

Environmental Benefits

By using less energy with adequately sealed ducts, you’re shrinking your carbon footprint and minimizing your home’s environmental impact.

How To Identify Duct Leaks

To ensure your ducts are properly sealed, it’s essential to identify leaks first. A good rule of thumb is to watch for changes in your HVAC system. Things like longer running times, high monthly bills, and inefficient heating or cooling can all indicate leaky ductwork. The next step should be to contact an expert for an inspection.

Let Lakes Heating & Air Conditioning Help Seal Your Ducts

Lakes Heating & Air Conditioning has provided Northeast Ohio residents with quality HVAC services since 1974. We’re family-owned and -operated, licensed and insured, and background-checked. We’ll always provide upfront pricing and financing options to make the process as stress-free as possible.

We offer free estimates on replacement quotes and service calls and proudly service all brands for your convenience. Don’t wait to work with our ACCA-accredited team for expert duct sealing services.

Ready to get started? Schedule an appointment with our team today and start experiencing better indoor air quality at home.