6 Signs It’s Time to Replace Your Home’s Ductwork
Ductwork is an important part of every home. Without it, your HVAC system cannot carry air effectively throughout your home. Your home’s ductwork quietly serves its primary purpose hidden above ceilings, behind walls, or running through your basement or attic. Although many homeowners forget about it due to its hidden placement, ductwork also needs attention, repairs, replacement, and maintenance from time to time. Below are six common signs that indicate it’s time to replace your home’s air ducts. 1. Poor Air Quality Aging and poorly fitted air ducts can lead to low air quality in your home. Poor air quality can worsen asthma and allergy symptoms and cause irritated eyes, stuffy noses, and other health issues. If your ductwork has holes and cracks or poorly attached joints, dust within your walls and ceiling can enter the air ducts. When your heater or air conditioning unit switches on, the pushed air inside the air ducts will stir up the dust, pushing it into the living space. Although an HVAC filter can help control the dust that enters your house, it can only do so much. To prevent dirt and other allergens from invading your ductwork and living space, install new air...
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