As a certified Aeroseal air duct technician, I have seen firsthand the impact of properly sealed ducts on energy efficiency and indoor air quality. One common question that homeowners often ask is whether or not duct seal goes bad. The answer is no, but there are certain factors that can affect its effectiveness over time. First and foremost, it's important to understand that the air duct system will degrade over time. This is due to a variety of reasons, such as exposure to hot air, damage from rodents or other creatures, and environmental factors like humidity.
As a result, it's crucial to regularly check and seal your air ducts in order to improve energy efficiency and reduce heating and cooling costs. At DuctMedic, we use a program created by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) called “Duct Investor” to provide homeowners with an estimate of potential cost savings. This program takes into account various variables and provides homeowners with an estimate of potential cost savings. Unlike other methods of duct sealing, Aeroseal seals all joints and cracks, not just the visible and accessible ones. This is why our warranty, which covers parts and labor for 10 years, is the strongest in the industry. The secret behind Aeroseal's effectiveness lies in its use of synthetic nanoparticles.
These tiny particles are specially designed to join together and create an airtight seal, ensuring that your ducts are as efficient as possible. In fact, sealing your ducts is one of the best improvements you can make to your home from an energy standpoint. In addition to improving energy efficiency, sealing your air ducts also has other benefits. For example, it helps prevent dust and other contaminants from entering your home's air supply. This is especially important for those with allergies or respiratory issues. As an expert, I have personally sealed ducts in hundreds of homes, and I have found that even in homes with flat roofs, it is possible to seal ducts using long poles and perseverance.
However, the most effective method is still through the use of Aeroseal. One of the key benefits of Aeroseal is its ability to reduce the number of leaks in your air duct system by up to 90%. This not only improves energy efficiency, but also reduces the amount of dust and other pollutants in your home's air supply. This is especially important for those with leaky return air ducts, which can send dust and contaminants directly to your central heating and cooling system. It's important to understand the purpose of air ducts in your home. Their main function is to distribute warm or chilled air from your air conditioner or central heater to every room in the house.
However, when these ducts are leaking, it can greatly reduce the efficiency of your HVAC system. In fact, it has been found that leaky air ducts can reduce efficiency by up to 25%.In my experience, I have encountered many homes where Aeroseal had already been applied but was not working properly. In these cases, it is necessary to manually seal the remaining ducts by removing drywall. While this may seem like a daunting task, the long-term benefits of properly sealed ducts far outweigh the initial effort.
