TPM C - Doing Ducts Right

Tuesday, October 05, 2004  ·  1:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Find out how system design, sizing, air balancing, duct location, and duct system tightness can impact comfort, equipment life, system efficiency, and surprisingly, building durability and safety. How can you turn duct system improvements into a profit center and source of increased customer satisfaction and referrals?

By attending this session, participants will
1. Understand what different duct tests measure and the tools needed to perform the tests
2. Be better able to troubleshoot a comfort complaint resulting from an inadequate duct system
3. Recognize how well-intended changes in a duct system can cause problems for the HVAC system, house, or occupants

Keyword(s): New construction, existing homes, comfort, duct leaks, location, priorities, sizing, air flow, static pressure, performance testing
Type: 3.5 Hour Breakout
Track: Heating and Hot Water
CEU: MA bldg Officials   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)  

Course Presenter(s):

• Randy Boston
• Rob de Kieffer