THE TYPICAL HOME’S DUCTS LEAK 25% TO 40%

All ducts are not created equal and they do leak. In fact the Department of Energy has stated that the ducts in a typical home leak 25% to 40%. A bad, inefficient air conditioner with good ducts can be more efficient than a highly efficient air conditioner with leaky ducts. Leaky ducts, especially on the supply side can result in dirty unconditioned attic air to be pulled into the home.

OUTSIDE AIR IS USUALLY CLEANER THAN INSIDE AIR

All homes leak. In fact there are good leaks and bad leaks. Fresh air is needed for good health. Leaks around windows are good leaks because they provide clean fresh air to breath. However, leaks from attics, crawl spaces, garages, etc are dirty. They cause excessive dust and respiratory problems. The goal is to eliminate the bad leaks as much as possible.

HOW DO WE IDENTIFY AND FIX THESE PROBLEMS?

Neese/Jones has invested in a state of the art Infiltrometer. Originally developed by the Department of Energy, it allows us to slightly depressurize your house. Then we can accurately measure both duct and house leakage. In fact, with a small smoke puffer, we can show you exactly where the leaks occur and what needs to be done to fix them. We can also show you exactly how much duct leakage you have and its effect on heating and cooling efficiency. We can seal your ducts to reduce leakage, run the test again and show you exactly the improvement.