As the air leaked out through the holes as well as cracks, the particles clung to the edges as well as each other to create an airslim seal
My boiler is only six years old. I’ve been diligent about replacing air filters as well as scheduling professional tune-ups every fall. I spent extra for a top-of-the-line heating unit that features a 96% SEER, flexible-speed technology as well as an ENERGY STAR rating. I was not glad when I had complaints about the operation last winter. I first observed that recognizable rooms in the apartment were significantly warmer than others. I gradually became aware that the boiler was running for much longer cycles as well as struggling to manage demand. There was an abundance of dust circulating in the air as well as an unpleasant smell coming from the vents. I hired the same contractor who handles the repair of the boiler for repairs. When I explained my problems with the operation of the heater, he immediately suspected the ductwork as the problem. A testing of the duct system revealed that approximately twenty-five percent of the heated air was leaking out through cracks at the seams as well as small holes. Because the maximum amount of heated air was failing to reach the intended endpoint, the boiler was working much harder as well as failing to achieve ideal comfort. These same imperfections in the ductwork were drawing in unconditioned air as well as spreading allergens throughout the house. I was a bit concerned that the duct sealing process would involve splitting holes in the walls as well as ceilings. The majority of the pipes are entirely concealed. The Heating as well as A/C specialist explained that they utilize an innovative procedure that treats the flaws from the inside, he began by closing off all of the supply as well as return registers. He then pumped highly pressurized air into the system. The air contains polymer particles that are non-toxic yet adhesive. As the air leaked out through the holes as well as cracks, the particles clung to the edges as well as each other to create an airslim seal. The entire process was guided by a computer program that then verified the results.