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Your home’s ductwork will be critical for maintaining the air quality indoors while handling your heating and cooling needs. The thing is, it should be maintained accordingly. Yet, there are times where you’ll need to make the call to a professional ductwork repair service - which we will cover in this quick guide. You’ll learn about five different situations where it may be “now or never”.

1. An Unexplained Increase In Energy Bills

You open up the energy bill and notice an increase without any explanation or warning. This can be a sign of your ductwork either being damaged or experiencing leaks due to improper sealing. Your HVAC system will work harder than usual, thus using more energy and driving up your costs.

1. Hot or Cold Spots Inside Your Home

If you notice any uneven temperatures, that’s where you’ll notice that an air duct is failing. Only a professional ductwork repair company   will be able to pinpoint the problem and fix it accordingly. If one room is cold and another one is warm, it’s an obvious sign of the issue at hand.

1. Dust Buildup In Or Around Vents

Any excessive dust that is building up in or around your vents may be a sign that there are existing gaps in the ductwork. Keep in mind that such ducts will reduce the air quality in your home because of its inability to filter the dust, debris, and allergens. This can be bad for those in your household that have to deal with allergies and respiratory issues on a regular basis.

1. Weird or Strange Noises In Your Ducts

If you notice any noises that sound like rattling or banging, this can mean that something might be loose or disconnected in your HVAC system. It may be hard to determine where the issue might be - meaning a ductwork repair company will be best suited for handling the problem (especially when they have the tools, equipment, and skill to pinpoint the origin of the issue).

1. Foul or Musty Odors

Those foul or musty odors are a surefire sign that mold is growing inside the duct system. Not good for those with respiratory issues and allergies. The cause of this is moisture build-up from leaks or poor insulation. Again, a professional will need to handle the problem so do not attempt to get rid of the mold problem yourself since it can be a difficult task.

Final Thoughts

These are the five situations you need to look out for when it comes to your ductwork. If you notice one or many of these signs, contacting a ductwork repair company as soon as possible will be your next recommended move. Don’t allow these problems to get any worse. Make sure the issues are taken care of accordingly so the air quality in your home is restored.