Use less energy to comfortably heat and cool your home
Poorly sealed or uninsulated ducts in your attic or vented crawl space are a major source of comfort issues and energy waste.If the ducts in your home are poorly sealed or insulated or aren’t insulated at all, they could be costing you hundreds of dollars a year on your heating and cooling bills and making rooms in your home uncomfortable. Ductwork that’s located in an attic or vented crawl space can make problems even worse. You can save money, make your home safer and more comfortable and reduce noise by sealing and insulating your ducts.
Benefits of insulating your ducts:
- Warmer rooms in winter
- Cooler rooms in summer
- Less dust and noise
- Lower fuel and electric bills
- Longer furnace/AC equipment life
If you’re looking for a professional to help with insulating your ductwork, contact the insulation experts at Complete Home Solutions today to schedule your in-home consultation and get a free cost estimate.
The problem: Leaky ducts waste money and affect comfort
Ducts have lots of joints, gaps and holes. These are not only air leaks into the vented attic or crawl space when the air handler is off, but they are powered air leaks when it’s on. Air you paid to heat and cool and want to go to your rooms is leaking out of the ducts into your attic or crawl space and is lost.
Our solution: Tight ‘n True™ Duct Encapsulation
Ductwork insulated with spray foam.We will seal and insulate your ducts right over the existing insulation with closed-cell foam insulation. Not only does Tight ‘n True™ Foam Duct Encapsulation have a superior R-value per inch, it also recovers some insulation value from your existing duct wrap by making it airtight. When this solution is combined with TruSoft™ blown insulation in the attic, the ducts are often substantially buried in cellulose insulation as well. If you have ductwork in your attic or crawl space that isn’t insulated at all, we can add insulation with the right R-value for the job.
Now, when your furnace or air conditioner heats or cools the air, that heating/cooling is delivered to your rooms without loss along the way!
Why hire a professional to insulate ducts?
Although duct insulation products like duct wrap and duct sleeves can be found in home improvement stores for DIY installation, the U.S. Department of Energy recommends hiring a qualified professional to seal and insulate ducts to ensure that the proper materials are used and installed correctly.
Ready to make your home more comfortable and stop wasting energy? Start by scheduling a free in-home consultation and estimate. Our free cost estimates on duct insulation and home insulation services are available in Silver Spring, Hyattsville, Gaithersburg and the surrounding areas. Call today!
Frequently Asked Questions About Air Duct Insulation
How do I know if my air ducts need insulation?
If your ductwork is located in an attic, crawl space, or other unconditioned area, it may need insulation. Common signs include uneven temperatures, rooms that are difficult to heat or cool, and higher energy bills. Uninsulated ducts allow conditioned air to lose temperature before it reaches your living space, reducing system efficiency. A home energy audit can confirm whether duct insulation is needed.
What happens if ductwork is not insulated?
Uninsulated ductwork can lose a significant amount of heating and cooling energy as air travels through the system. In hot attics, cooled air can warm up before reaching your rooms, while in winter, heated air can lose warmth. This leads to reduced comfort, longer HVAC run times, and higher energy costs.
Can duct insulation fix uneven temperatures in my home?
Duct insulation can help improve temperature consistency, especially when ducts run through extreme environments like attics. However, in many homes, the best results come from combining insulation with air sealing and duct sealing to address airflow loss.
What is duct encapsulation and how is it different from duct insulation?
Duct encapsulation involves sealing and insulating ductwork, often using spray foam, to create an airtight and highly efficient system. Unlike traditional duct wrap, encapsulation improves both insulation value and air sealing performance.
Is spray foam duct insulation better than traditional duct wrap?
Spray foam insulation provides a higher R-value per inch and also helps seal air leaks, making it more effective in many applications. Traditional duct wrap can still be useful, but it does not address air leakage the same way. The right solution depends on your duct location and overall home performance goals. Learn more about spray foam insulation.
How does duct insulation improve energy efficiency?
Duct insulation helps maintain the temperature of the air moving through your system, reducing energy loss before it reaches your living space. This allows your HVAC system to operate more efficiently, improving comfort and lowering utility costs over time.
Helpful Duct Insulation Resources for Homeowners
Insulation Services
Air Sealing Services
Duct Sealing Services
Home Energy Audit
Spray Foam Insulation
Uninsulated ductwork can lead to uneven temperatures, energy loss, and reduced comfort. Our team can evaluate your system and recommend the right insulation or encapsulation solution to improve performance. Schedule service or learn more about our insulation services.
