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Do a routine checkup of your home's ducts and vents work
Here’s something that you probably didn’t know: exposed and leaky ducts and vents can be responsible for reducing your heating and air conditioning’s efficiency by up to 20%! That translates directly into higher energy costs and an uncomfortable home, which is why it’s so important to address these problems immediately. RESNET EnergySmart Contractors are highly skilled professionals who can:

  • Insulate and seal ductwork
  • Ensure all duct connections with registers are tightly sealed
  • If combustion appliances are present:
    • Conduct a combustion safety test before and after any air sealing is performed to make sure there’s no back-drafting of gas or oil-burning appliances
Do a routine checkup of your home's ducts and vents work

Duct Cleaning

When having your ducts cleaned, it’s also a good time to get the components of your furnace and air conditioning system cleaned as well (such as the furnace fan blower and heat exchanger, humidifier, air conditioning coil, etc.). Doing so can improve air flow through the ducts. Duct cleaning can uncover blockages in ductwork, which can also improve airflow.
Do a routine checkup of your home's ducts and vents work

Replace, Repair or Seal Ducts

Almost half of your total energy costs are due to heating and cooling. To avoid putting any unnecessary strain on your furnace and central air conditioning system, seal any air leaks in your ductwork and insulate the portions that run through areas of your home that are not insulated. This will help retain the heat (or cold) in the conditioned air until it reaches its destination, thereby reducing the demand on the heating or cooling unit and increasing the energy efficiency of your home.
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