One of the most cost-effective and energy-conserving measures you can take is to insulate duct or pipe runs in the unheated areas of your home. By not insulating these conduits, you are essentially ...

Condensation control — Preventing condensation that could damage insulation and other HVAC system components or possibly lead to microbial growth; and Energy conservation — Reducing HVAC system ...

“Forward-thinking contractors keep duct insulation in the forefront as they understand the impact it has on temperature loss through the duct system,” said David Richardson, curriculum developer and ...

Key Points Sealing drafts, insulating ducts, and using foam gaskets help keep warm air in and cold air out.Smart thermostats, zoned heating, and flipping ceiling fans clockwise can cut heating bills ...

Q: My heating ducts are in the cellar, and the small ones that go to individual rooms are between the joists. How can I insulate them? The trunk lines (big rectangular ones) are under the joists. How ...

Q Is it time to replace my 40-year-old ductwork? Can reduced heating and cooling costs justify the high cost of replacing the ducts, or will sealing and insulating the existing ducts be just as ...

Q: Our house does not heat evenly. It is a 160-year-old Greek Revival structure. It has two stories in the center and a one story wing on each side. There is a basement under the center two-story ...