Your home’s heating and cooling systems are crucial to your comfort throughout the year in Chicagoland. However, just as home insulation plays an essential role in HVAC performance, so does your ductwork. Leaky ducts can lead to numerous issues, but professional duct sealing can leave you with a more comfortable, healthy, and efficient living environment.
ARC Insulation has over 30 years of experience helping homeowners and businesses from Naperville to Highland Park with our comprehensive insulation and mold services. Our building science expertise allows our team to identify areas of inefficiencies and find a solution tailored to your specific needs.
The Problem with Leaky Ducts
It’s not uncommon for Chicagoland homes to have air leaks in their duct system, which can cause significant issues if left unaddressed, such as:
- Reduced Comfort: Leaky ducts allow conditioned air to escape before it reaches your living spaces, leading to uneven temperatures. Some rooms may be too hot or too cold, making it challenging to maintain a consistent indoor climate.
- Decreased Efficiency: When ducts leak, your HVAC system has to work harder to meet demand, leading to increased energy consumption and higher utility bills. This inefficiency not only costs you money but also puts unnecessary strain on your heating & cooling systems, shortening their lifespan.
- Poor Indoor Air Quality: Leaky ducts can draw in dust, moisture, and other contaminants from unconditioned spaces like attics and crawl spaces. These pollutants are then circulated throughout your home, negatively impacting indoor air quality and potentially causing health issues for you and your family.
Professional Duct Sealing Solutions
At ARC Insulation, we provide comprehensive duct sealing solutions to address problems and improve your home’s overall efficiency and comfort. Our process includes:
- Assessment – We begin with a thorough inspection of your ductwork to identify leaks, gaps, and areas of inefficiency. Using advanced diagnostic tools, we can pinpoint the exact locations of air leaks.
- Air Sealing & Insulation – Once we have identified the problem areas, we use high-quality materials, like spray foam insulation, to seal the leaks. Depending on the location of your ductwork, insulation can provide additional protection from the elements.
- Testing – After sealing your duct system, we conduct tests to verify the effectiveness of our work, ensuring that your ducts are properly sealed and your system is running at peak efficiency.
Aeroseal for High-Performance Duct Systems
For new construction or retrofit projects, ensuring ductwork is properly sealed is crucial for long-term efficiency and performance. ARC Insulation offers Aeroseal technology, an advanced method that injects a sealant into the ductwork. This sealant automatically finds and seals leaks from the inside, providing a comprehensive and highly effective solution. Aeroseal is ideal for new construction as it guarantees that your ductwork meets the highest standards of airtightness and efficiency right from the beginning, ensuring optimal performance and energy savings.
ARC Insulation: Your One Stop for Home Efficiency
ARC Insulation has a commitment to excellence and our team of certified professionals takes a whole-home approach to efficiency, addressing every aspect of your home’s performance to provide you with a comfortable, healthy, and energy-efficient living environment. We use the latest technologies, high-quality materials, and proven techniques to deliver outstanding results, ensuring your complete satisfaction.
