Duct Sealing in Santa Fe
Ducts are often neglected by homeowners, and it’s easy to see why. They’re designed to be unobtrusive, quiet, and out of sight as much as possible. It’s no wonder that they often don’t get the professional attention that they need to keep operating properly. Though they may seem like they don’t need maintenance or repairs, the ducts in your home can actually develop some serious problems without them. One of the most serious issues that ducts commonly develop is leaks. Read on to find out more about why duct leaks are such a problem, and how duct sealing can help solve them. If you haven’t had your ducts sealed in a while, call Roadrunner Air Conditioning, Heating & Plumbing today to make an appointment.
Roadrunner Air Conditioning, Heating & Plumbing provides reliable air duct cleaning services in Santa Fe, New Mexico and the surrounding areas.
Is Duct Sealing Really Necessary?
Duct leaks may not seem like such a big deal at first. After all, as long as you keep getting warm or cool air when you call for it, who cares about a few leaks, right? Actually, duct leaks can contribute to a serious loss of energy for your forced air systems. The U.S. Department of Energy has estimated that an average forced air system loses as much as 30% of its total output to leaks in the ductwork. That’s almost a third of your total heating and air conditioning expenses that’s completely going to waste.
Energy loss isn’t the only problem with duct leaks, either. Leaks in the ducts provide entry points for all sorts of contaminants. Dust, pollen, viruses, bacteria, and many more harmful pollutants can enter your ducts through leaks, after which they can be circulated around the house. Worst of all, if moisture is allowed to enter the ducts, it can create the perfect environment for mold growth. Mold colonies release spores which can have serious health effects if inhaled. So, for both your wallet and your health, it is absolutely worth it to have your ducts sealed.
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Paul Costello
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in the last week
Roadrunner installed air conditioning when I was out of town, five mini split units. If I hadn't known, I didn't have air conditioning before. I would never have known they installed it. The house was spotless. The job was perfect … More and they even painted the covers to match exactly the stucco on my home. I was not here, but they seem to be very professional about Being in my home ,always locking up at the end of the night. I would highly recommend this company to do work.Id like to thank Mauri, Guz, Justin and Julian, what a great job!!!
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James Alm
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2 weeks ago
My wife and I had Roadrunner install a three room mini-split sytem at our house in El Dorado which required the removal of a large wall-mounted evaporative cooler and some serious exterior and interior wall repair after that. What a fabulous … More job and what a bunch of friendly, professional, and thorough people! We were beyond impressed. You may pay a little more for their expertise, but you get what you pay for. We highly recommend this knowledgeable outfit consisting of Steve, Joel, Mauri, Gus, and a few others.
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Stephanie Wagner
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2 weeks ago
My husband and I hired Roadrunner to replace our gas furnace with a heat pump system so that we could have air conditioning in the summer as well as heat in the winter. The system was installed a couple of days ago and we are so pleased … More with the quiet operation of the Mitsubishi air handler and the warmth that the heat pumps provide.
The service provided by Julian and Juan was fantastic! Though the installation took longer than expected due to a delay in the shipment of a part and an issue with getting our Nest thermostat to connect to the Mitsubishi system, I was impressed with how they kept us informed of where they were in the process and how they did their best to minimize any discomfort. They did a great job of cleaning up at the end of the day and made sure that we were happy with the placement of equipment and sealing/insulation around wall intrusions. Julian even delayed his planned time off by a couple of days so that he could ensure that everything was working properly for us. It is rare to see that level of dedication to a project and to a customer's satisfaction, and we really appreciated it!
The staff at Roadrunner was great to work with and we would highly recommend them to anyone looking to replace their heating and cooling systems! -
Leigh Plesniak
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a month ago
Probably the best experience that I've had with a contractor. Steven was very organized in detailing the quote options, incredibly responsive to questions before and after the project. The project involved an unexpected challenge … More with drilling through my walls, which I thought were adobe but were concrete block. They handled it without drama, protected the house from the dust, and cleaned it up afterwards. They took the time to show me the features of the units after installatioin. I'd probably have never realized some of the aspects of their function. I can't recomend them enough.
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Dimo Krilo
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a month ago
They do great work both plumbing and HVAC. Not the least expensive but very reliable and high quality work including splits, water heaters and general maintenance.
The Process of Sealing Ductwork
A lot of people may assume that duct tape is the primary method of duct sealing. Based on this assumption, more than a few homeowners have tried to seal their own ducts. Despite the name, however, ducts tape is not a good method for sealing ducts. It doesn’t create a tight enough seal, and the problem often persists after duct tape is applied.
Instead, leaks in the ducts are often painted over with a substance called mastic. This has a consistency similar to sheetrock. Once it dries, it is stiff enough to maintain a seal but flexible enough to expand and contract with the ducts without cracking. Using mastic, it is fairly easy for a professional to create a lasting seal that will prevent any serious energy loss or contaminant infiltration. In some cases, the newly sealed leak will also be taped over by specialized industry duct tape. Unlike common duct tape, this tape is made of different materials, and is more suited to the job of leak sealing.
If you need your ducts sealed, call Roadrunner Air Conditioning, Heating & Plumbing to schedule an appointment.