The major difficulty when it comes to diagnosing ductwork repair problems is how to tell that the problems exist in the first place. After all, most of the ducts are hidden. However, there are symptoms of duct problems you may notice that will warn you it's time to call professionals.

• High heating and cooling bills: Leaking or inefficient ductwork makes the job of air conditioners and forced-air heating systems (furnaces, heat pumps) more difficult. Leaks alone can account for a loss of up to 30% of the air moving through the ventilation system. When you notice your energy bills are spiking and you can't tell why, you should have duct professionals take a look.
• Rattling noises when the comfort system is on: Loose and damaged ducts will often make a rattling noise when air moves through them.
• Drop in air quality: Gaps that open along the ducts will allow in extra dust and dirt that will then circulate through your home's air.
• Musty and moldy odors from the vents: These smells often indicate that the ductwork is open to a closed-off section of the house, such as the attic or between the walls.

Yes, absolutely. It's not just an issue of needing to fix the problems listed above and restore the HVAC system to its maximum energy efficiency. It's also an issue of the skills and tools available only to professionals. Replacing ducts is obviously a job that you don't want to do yourself, but you shouldn't let an amateur handle it either. If the wrong size duct goes in, it will severely hamper the entire HVAC system-and this is an easy error to make for the untrained.

What about more standard duct repairs, such as sealing air leaks? You may think that it will only take a roll of duct tape to handle this, but that's not the case. Duct tape isn't actually for ducts and won't seal them adequately. Professionals need to seal air leaks using tools like mastic sealant and metallic tapes. They can also access the ducts without causing disruption or damage.

It's not hard to locate the best professionals to handle these jobs. They're right here at Pezz Electrical Services LLC. We can take care of your ductwork needs in Montgomery, Somerville & Hillsborough Township, NJ and the surrounding areas.

Older ductwork needs replacing when an air conditioning service gets upgraded. The old system could cause loose joints and brittle spots from rusting. This can cause breaks in the pipes which leads to a loss of air flow. The best way to prevent breaking in your duct system is by simply replacing the duct pipes before they get too old and cost you tons of money on your energy bills.

A question we're often asked is whether or not we provide duct cleaning services. Our company specializes in repairing and replacing air conditioning ducts, but we don't have the equipment to offer cleaning services for air duct pipes, at this time. However, we can certainly refer you to qualified companies that can help you out with that task.

Contact Pezz Electrical Services today for help with all your duct repair and replacement needs!