HVAC Duct Failures: How Poor Installations Waste Energy and Trap Moisture
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HVAC failures are often invisible until energy bills spike or mold appears. Leaky ducts, missing insulation, and bad condensate routing are repeat offenders.
1) Air seal and insulation
- Seal joints in unconditioned spaces.
- Insulate where dew point risks condensation.
- Verify design airflow, not just equipment startup.
2) Condensate and drainage
Improper slope, missing traps, and terminated condensate lines damage ceilings and create health complaints.
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3) Exam and business tie-in
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