We’re referring to the duct system. That’s right, the series of vents that run through your attic or crawlspace and deliver heated air to the home. There’s no better time than the start of a new season to make sure your system is in tip-top shape, and duct sealing is a great place to start.

We’re not going to try and tell you that duct sealing in Whittier, CA is something you have to do every season, or even every year. However, chances are, you’ve gone several years without having your ducts checked at all. That’s plenty of time for sealants in your ducts to loosen up. Or, it could be the case that pests or general wear and tear have created rips and tears in the duct material.

Leaking ducts are the silent killer of your efficiency attempts. Even if you’re running a strict heating/cooling schedule, have your AC running smoothly, and are dedicated to all the best efficiency tips, duct leaks will sabotage your efforts every time.

Since the ducts are the middleman bringing air from your system and into your home, any leak in the duct will prevent air from entering your rooms. That means the room won’t change temperature as soon as it should, resulting in longer run-time and lost energy. Up to 30% of lost energy, at that.

To confirm with 100% certainty that you have duct leaks, an HVAC technician can use special tools to perform a duct test. This will test the pressure levels through the entire duct system. Many pieces of ductwork are lodged behind small areas, so you won’t be able to reach them even if you know they’re there.

However, there are a few signs that can tip you off to their presence:

You won’t be able to do a duct sealing all on your own. Even if you try, you’ll still need the tools of a professional HVAC tech to ensure that every leak has been found and sealed. We recommend calling in a professional.