Dalton Plumbing, Heating, Cooling, Electric and Fireplaces, Inc. Blog: Posts Tagged ‘duct services’

Duct Care: Tips and Tricks

Monday, November 6th, 2023

Air ducts aren’t usually the first thing that comes to mind when you think about the big powerful players of your HVAC system. First, you probably envision your heater or air conditioner, hard at work to keep the temperature comfortable. Then, there’s the thermostat, working diligently to have an easy-to-use interface with immediate control. We could go on, but you get the point.

Not only are air ducts incredibly important for the heating and cooling process, but it’s also one of those components that can completely grind your home comfort to a halt if you’re not careful. If your air ducts aren’t receiving any attention, or at least the bare minimum of input from you or a licensed contractor, then you might be in trouble.

Don’t worry! We’re here to help ease the burden of duct care by giving you some tips and tricks. For duct services in Cedar Rapids, IA, you can count on our professionals as well.

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Dalton’s Ductwork 101 Guide

Monday, March 14th, 2022
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If you’re like many other homeowners in our area, there’s a good chance you don’t give your ductwork very much thought. We get it, but we also don’t want you to take your ductwork for granted. Your HVAC air ducts are responsible for safely and efficiently delivering air into your home from your furnace and air conditioner, and if your ducts are dirty, have pinhole leaks, or have loose joints, it can have a serious impact on your comfort as well as HVAC efficiency.

Ductwork does, in fact, sustain damage and accumulate dirt over time. This can happen with age, or it can happen because of poor initial design and installation. Whatever the cause, it can have a huge impact on how well your HVAC system actually performs, resulting in hot or cold spots, strange noises, and higher than average utility bills.

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What Is Wrong With Your Ductwork?

Monday, September 13th, 2021
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The ductwork in your home is vital for your overall comfort. Even if you only have one ducted system, it cannot operate properly without healthy, whole ducts. That makes it a pretty big deal when your ductwork encounters trouble like a leak or, worse, a disconnect.

Ductwork that is struggling is going to be an issue that requires professional repairs sooner than later. After all, there are plenty of problems that will result from leaving your ducts in disarray. Let’s look at how duct problems can impact your comfort and how our team can help address them quickly and effectively.

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