Ductwork Efficiency

Fix Energy Loss • Improve Airflow • Maximize HVAC Performance

Your HVAC system is only as efficient as the ductwork that delivers the air. Even the most advanced system can waste 20–30% of its output through leaking, unbalanced, or poorly insulated ductwork.
That means air you paid to heat or cool is escaping into the attic, crawlspace, garage, or walls — while your equipment runs harder to compensate.

Ductwork Efficiency is about making sure the air your system produces actually reaches the rooms you live in.
We test, seal, balance, and improve duct systems using building science diagnostics, not guesswork — so you get better comfort, cleaner air, and lower energy bills from the equipment you already have.

Why Ductwork Matters

Most homes have duct systems that were:

designed for the house 20+ years ago
modified during renovations without balancing
leaking at every joint
uninsulated or poorly insulated
undersized or oversized for the system
installed quickly for new construction speed
never tested or improved since installation

Result:
You can have a brand-new heat pump and still:

have hot/cold rooms
run the HVAC constantly
feel air pressure differences
deal with humidity issues
smell attic/crawlspace air
pay high utility bills
clog filters constantly

The problem isn’t always the unit — it’s the delivery system.

Signs You Have Duct Inefficiency

If your ductwork is inefficient, you’ll often see:

AC or heat runs nonstop
One room is always too hot or too cold
Weak airflow from vents
Dust buildup or allergy symptoms
High humidity in summer
Sweating ducts or condensation
Loud air noise from vents
Rooms with stale or stagnant air
Cold floors over crawlspaces
High energy bills with no visible cause

These are symptoms of a duct system that needs sealing, balancing, or reconfiguring.

Why Ductwork Efficiency Saves Money

Improving ductwork:

Increases HVAC efficiency

Reduces runtime

Lowers repair frequency

Delays equipment replacement

Enhances indoor air quality

Eliminates hot/cold rooms

Reduces dust and allergens

Think of your ducts as the plumbing of air.
If the pipes leak, you’re throwing energy away.

What You’ll Notice Immediately

When ductwork is improved, homeowners usually say:

“My upstairs finally feels normal.”

“The AC cycles less often.”

“Our bills dropped.”

“That one room is usable now.”

“The house just feels better.”

This is true comfort: even temperatures, healthy air, and quiet, efficient performance.