Tag: Set

HVAC Tip: Set Screw Tightening

Throughout my profession I’ve come throughout many pulleys, shafts, blower wheels and bearings which have come unfastened because of improper set screw tightening, sadly quite a lot of this tools was model new or near new.  On some bigger...

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“about 20-30 Percent Of The Air That Moves Through A Duct System Is Lost Due To Leaks, Holes, And Poorly Connected Ducts. When The Ducts Are In An Unconditioned Space, The Result Is Higher Utility Bills And Difficulty Keeping The House Comfortable, No Matter Where The Thermostat Is Set.” In High Humidity Areas, Duct Leakage Into Unconditioned Space Also Results In Increased Humidity In The Home… ”that Cold Clammy Feeling And Wet Dog Smell.” In Cold Climates, Duct Leakage To Unconditioned Areas Lowers The Humidity In The Home Making It Feel Cooler And Adding Some Excitement Through Unexpected Sparking Static Electricity. | Kitchener ON

Are there other benefits to duct upgrades and repairs? For many existing homes, there will many benefits that come with an upgraded ducting system, such as… Improved indoor air quality Enhanced health Lower utility bills Improved humidity...

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