A well ventilated area is the first step in maintaining a healthy home. In addition to it being better for your health, it’s also better for your system. When air ducts are properly sized and you have the correct number of vents and returns, your system breathes easier. This means your motor isn’t having to work in over time. Your system is able to function under normal conditions therefore you aren’t putting extra stress on the system.

Think of air flow within your home, like airflow within your body. If your mouth was the size of a small straw, it would be much harder to breathe and you’d be putting stress on your system. There must be balance. If a duct becomes detached, duct work is improperly sized or you have the incorrect number of supplies and returns, you are adding stress to your system. At this point, your blower motor is having to work harder which will cause it to wear out at a much faster rate than normal. In addition to that, you’re creating a higher power bill for your household.

If airflow is low enough in your home, you may see mold and mildew to begin building in areas. Breathing in certain mold can lead to an upper respiratory infection and other unpleasant symptoms. Not only is this bad or your health but it’s also bad for your home, structurally. If you are unsure if your duct work in properly sized, give us a call. We’ll be happy to come out and assess the situation, 770-672-6963.