Is there a thief in Your Ductwork?

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Leaky ductwork steals away system performance, taking with it your investment in high efficiency equipment.  For example, a 13 SEER air conditioning unit connected to a leaky duct system with a 30% leakage costs as much to operate as a less expensive 10 SEER unit connected to a tight duct system.  In addition, leaky duct systems often make it necessary to install oversized heating and cooling systems, which are more expensive to buy and operate.

Because we spend up to 90% of our time indoors, the quality of the air in our homes is critical.  Asthma, allergies, and odors have been linked to indoor air pollution.  A recent scientific study found that 40% of children's illnesses are caused by home environmental factors.  In fact, the Environmental Protection Agency calls "Indoor Air Pollution" the country's leading environmental health concern.  In many houses, duct leakage is the main cause of indoor air quality problems. 

According to the U.S. Department of Energy, a typical duct system loses 25 to 40 percent of the heating or cooling energy put out by the central furnace, heat pump, or air conditioner.  Homes with ducts in protected areas such as a basement may lose somewhat less than this, while some other types of systems (such as attic ducts in hot, humid climates) often lose more.

The Solution:  A DUCT LEAKAGE TEST.

At Metro Air Conditioning and Heating, we can help.  By using the latest in diagnostic tools we can find the leaks in your air conditioning duct system.  By conducting a Duct Leakage Test we can easily determine if leaky ductwork is contributing to comfort problems and high utility bills in your home.  We can then show you any problems found and also provide you with an estimate to SEAL YOUR DUCT SYSTEM.