You should clean your air ducts every three to five years, but the specifics depend on your home.

Condensation control — Preventing condensation that could damage insulation and other HVAC system components or possibly lead to microbial growth; and Energy conservation — Reducing HVAC system ...

Ducts are made of segments of sheet metal, or combinations of sheet metal, duct board and flex duct. Between the sections and at the elbows there are joints which are simply bent, crimped, or screwed ...

Repairing ductwork boasts a wide cost range, from $175 to $2,000 depending on the severity of the issue and the location. For instance, patching up one leak is more budget-friendly than repairing ...

Q: How should I insulate the heating and cooling ducts that run through the attic of my 1950s bungalow in East York? The ducts run across the tops of ceiling joists and are exposed to cold in the ...

A small-duct high-velocity system was used in this Johns Island, SC house. The ducts vents can hardly be seen. The house was designed by Architect Sam Rashkin. Energy Star estimates that 20% to 30% of ...

In Hampton Roads, routine Air Duct inspections are revealing more than just dust. Too many people don’t realize what ...

If you turn on the air conditioning unit to stay cool in the summer, or if you turn on the heat to stay warm in the winter, you have an HVAC system, or Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning. This ...