When air ducts are left to their own devices, especially in rough shape, bad things can happen. We’re definitely not saying that you should install cameras in your air ducts to monitor them 24/7, but you should definitely be aware of the condition they’re in and whether you might need air duct replacement in Plano, TX.
For instance, old ducts that are in disrepair might leak a large amount of conditioned or heated air throughout the year, leading your utility bills to skyrocket and your budget to take a major hit. Or, and this can happen to the best of us, your air ducts could become the home of some pesky critters that might be blocking airflow entirely. The truth is that unless you have a professional on hand to help you deal with these problems, you might be suffering from them without even knowing it.
Let’s discuss what might happen to your broken air ducts.
Air Ducts Don’t Last Forever
Let’s face it, air ducts are just another thing that we assume will last for decades upon decades, but really won’t last that long even in the best of cases. Air ducts undergo two things that make them susceptible to wear and tear over time—pressure and temperature changes.
Air ducts undergo a lot of pressure changes over the years which can be tough for a material to handle, especially when they reach double digits in age. Also, air ducts encounter abrupt temperature changes, with air conditioning in the summer to heating in the winter. The materials that make up your air ducts contract when it gets cold, and expand when it gets warm, meaning the system is always shifting, moving, and weakening at the joints. This is bad news for the longevity of your air duct system.
Even if your system still technically works, it might be in rough shape and could really use an air duct overhaul.
Efficiency Is Important
Don’t forget, a leak or two in your air ducts isn’t something you want to put up with for longer than just a little while!
That leaking air will go into areas where you can’t feel it, meaning your home is uncomfortable and you’ll likely turn up the thermostat in the winter, or lower it in the summer. This is inefficient, and will lead to higher energy bills over time, which nobody wants to pay in this economy.
3 Potential Problems With Broken Ducts
Here are three additional problems that come with old, broken air duct systems.
- Uncomfortable home temperatures. Leaky, broken, and disjointed air ducts just can’t keep your home comfortable, no matter how hard you push your HVAC system.
- Poor air quality. With leaks in your crawlspace, attic, or basement, you’re going to have an influx of dust and contaminants that can make your air stuffy and unbearable.
- Critters in the ducts. Without professional attention, it’s much more likely for critters to nest in your air ducts, which can be bad for your air quality, efficiency, and your safety.
We recommend contacting Aire Texas Residential Services, Inc. to have your air ducts looked at by a professional. Doing it right the first time every time!
