Blocked air ducts

If you start to notice less air coming out of your vents than usual, there might be an obstruction in the air ducts; The most regular cause of restricted airflow is a dirty filter; It’s easy to forget to replace a filter that you installed a few weeks ago; A fantastic way to remember how long ago it has been since you installed a filter is to write the date you installed it on the filter itself when you first put it in.

This can help you keep track of when you should replace it. But make sure it is the right filter. The wrong air filter could also be a cause of low airflow from your Heating and A/C, however due to complication of airborne viruses, more people have begun purchasing higher grade filters. These filters have a narrow weave to strain out more tiny particles. This can improve your air quality, however the drawback is that more effort is required from your Heating and A/C system to push out air through the filter, and older and lower powered units simply cannot handle those types of filters, and sometimes your ducts are congested because of a rug or piece of furniture that is sited in front of a vent. If you have a zone control system in your home, a damper could be stuck in its closed position blocking air flow. This can be really manually fixed yourself. Over the years, air duct can become damaged or loose and allow air to escape underneath or above your house! Construction debris, insulation fibers, small household objects, or even a rodent could be invading your air duct restricting air flow… When you need a helping hand figuring out what the cause of your congested air ducts might be, an Heating and A/C professional could help you clear them out.

 

 

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