Many home-owners do not give the ductwork in their homes a second thought. Other than an inspection and cleaning from time to time, there is simply no need to do anything with this part of the home heating and cooling system. In fact, there are situations in which the idea of Ductwork Modifications is likely to arise. Here are some examples.
Installing a New Heating and Cooling Unit
In many cases, the installation of a new system for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning will not require any kind of Ductwork Modifications. At other times, there will be the need to tweak the duct system a little. For example, it may be a good idea to relocate the air return for the new system or to run additional ducts to provide forced air to a room added after the last system was installed. Typically, it is possible to tie into the existing ducts, run new lines, and still have everything work as it should.
Making the Ductwork More Energy Efficient
During the process of replacing sections of ductwork that were damaged in some manner, the contractor may notice that the current configuration is not the most efficient. When this is the case, it is possible to modify the set-up a little and ensure that the flow of forced air through the ducts is not hampered in any way. This, in turn, makes it easier to heat and cool the interior of the home and will save the home-owner a lot of money.
A Quieter System
Many people do not realize that an inefficient duct system will lead to more noise when the heating and cooling unit is in operation. Sections that are not mounted properly may rattle or otherwise generate a racket as the air passes through the network. When this is the case, the best approach is to have a contractor take a look at the current set-up. In many cases, making some minor adjustments is all it takes to bring a measure of peace and quiet to the home.
Before assuming there is a need to modify the ducts in any way, have a contractor inspect the system. Doing so will ensure that the efficiency is not adversely affected and that any developing issues are resolved before they can turn into major problems.
