Air balancing is a term that refers to correctly distributing the airflow moving through your HVAC system's ductwork. This is done through measurement of airflow to determine problem areas and to diagnose the root cause of those issues. For homes with hot or cold spots - areas where a room is hotter or colder than the rest of the home - having your HVAC system examined for better air balancing is important.

When one of Next-Door Contractors's HVAC technicians arrives to balance your home's airflow, they'll take a few basic steps. These include:

• Calculation of each room's individual airflow requirements.
• Adjustment of airflow within each room for maximum efficiency by using balancing dampers and other similar features.
• Installation of additional ductwork or repair of existing ductwork as needed.
• Installation of special grills that help to balance airflow moving throughout the system.

Problematic Ductwork

One of the primary causes of poor airflow and issues like hot or cold spots in the home is damaged or improperly installed ductwork. Issues like cracks or seal issues as well as ductwork that has deteriorated to the point that the insulation falls off it could be a major issue - poorly insulated ducts could cause air moving through them to lose as much as 15 degrees in temperature, and the smallest crack could lead to a significant loss of airflow. As such, having your ducts checked out and repaired as needed could help return your HVAC unit's efficiency to the level it should be.

Any System Can Be Balanced

No matter the type of HVAC system you have installed or the brand, our team at Next-Door Contractors can completely balance it for maximum performance. Contact us to set up a complete Energy Efficiency Assessment and get the results you deserve.