Heating and cooling new homes
When planning your new home, make sure you consider newer heating and cooling technologies that could save you money.
Fix leaky ductwork
Leaks in your ductwork mean the air you've paid to heat or cool is not getting where it needs to go. Find out how to diagnose and fix this common problem.
Ductwork testing
A special test for your ductwork can help you find and fix leaks, and save money.
Fixing the leaks
You can seal your ductwork yourself using metal and foil-reinforced tape or mastic, which is a fiber-reinforced paste. Alternatively, a professional can use aerosol sealants to seal the ductwork internally. Tip: remember to leave your furnace filter slot or the combustion air inlets in your HVAC system open and unsealed.
Sealing from the inside out
There are many ways to seal exposed ductwork, using mastic or special foil tape, but what about inside your walls? Check out this product that seals the holes from the inside out.
Sealing ductwork in a mobile home
Follow a professional as he inspects ductwork for a mobile home and provides tricks on how to find and seal ductwork.
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A/C tune up
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Ductless mini-split system
A ductless mini-split system provides heating and air conditioning to spaces where a traditional ducted system won't work.