Why Air Duct Leaks Reduce HVAC Efficiency
Air duct leaks reduce HVAC system efficiency because conditioned air escapes before reaching the rooms where it is needed. At the same time, return side leaks can pull unwanted air into the system, making heating and cooling equipment work harder to maintain the thermostat setting.
Leaks commonly develop around duct joints, connections, seams, damaged flexible ducts, and poorly sealed...
