W-1 HVAC - Practical Duct Modifications

Wednesday, February 01, 2006  ·  9:45 AM - 11:15 AM

Keywords: Airflow, comfort, diagnostics, duct leaks, duct repair, duct retrofits, existing, priorities, sizing, static pressure, techniques, triage, troubleshooting

Many existing duct systems are blessed with big opportunities for improvement. Learn to perform duct triage and get results with minimal time and expense. Get field practical answers to these questions: 
          The temperature rise is too high - is it the ducts?
          How do I tell if the problem is in the supply or return?
          How can I tell if the furnace is going to cycle on the limit switch if the ducts are sealed?
          An eighty thousand BTU input furnace has six, 6" supplies – is that enough?

By attending this session, participants will

1. Be able to recognize duct system flaws that decrease homeowner comfort and increase
    equipment performance and durability problems
2. Find out how to quickly determine if a return duct is undersized
3. Learn to use inexpensive tools to quickly evaluate duct performance

Type: 90-Minute Breakout
Track: Optimize Your HVAC Systems (HVAC)
CEU: Energy and Environmental Building Association (EEBA)   American Institute of Architects (AIA)   American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI)   Building Performance Institute, Inc. (BPI)   North American Technician Excellence, Inc. (NATE)   Residential Energy Services Network (RESNET)   National Association of Certified Home Inspectors (NACHI)  

Course Presenter(s):

• Nick Milano
• John Jones

Course Document(s):

• PracticalDuctMod_Milano