Could Leaky Ductwork Be Wasting Your Cool Air?
Your air conditioner may be producing plenty of cold air, but that doesn’t necessarily mean all of it is reaching the rooms where you need it. The duct system carries conditioned air from the HVAC equipment throughout the home, and leaks, loose connections, damaged sections, poor insulation, or other duct problems can reduce how effectively that air is delivered. ENERGY STAR estimates that a typical home can lose approximately 20% to 30% of the air moving through its duct system because of leaks, holes, and poorly connected ducts. Understanding the condition of your ductwork can therefore be an important part of improving comfort, reducing unnecessary HVAC operation, and getting better performance from your cooling system.






