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How Duct Leakage Is Ruining Your HVAC System and Indoor Air Quality with Sam Myers
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In this episode of Did You Know? The Esco HVAC Podcast, host Clifton Beck talks with Sam Myers from RetroTec about the important connection between HVAC systems and building enclosures.
Sam explains how mechanical systems interact with the structure of a building, why duct leakage causes major efficiency problems, and how professionals can improve system performance by understanding air leakage and pressure issues. Using his portable model house, he demonstrates key concepts in a way that’s easy to understand and apply in real-world HVAC work.
Key Takeaways:
- Building Enclosures & HVAC Systems: HVAC pros need to think beyond just the equipment and consider the entire structure.
- Duct Leakage Problems: How leaks in supply and return ducts impact pressure, comfort, and indoor air quality.
- Hands-On Demonstrations: Sam’s portable model house shows how airflow, pressure changes, and leakage affect system performance.
- Poor Duct Design Issues: Why oversized HVAC systems and undersized ducts cause static pressure problems.
Noteworthy Quotes:
- "If we don’t think about the building as part of the HVAC system, we’re only seeing half the picture." – Sam Myers
- "Negative pressure homes are common, but they pull in air we don’t want—from dusty attics to moldy crawlspaces." – Sam Myers
- "More HVAC contractors are teaming up with insulation and weatherization experts to provide better solutions for homeowners." – Sam Myers
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- Website: https://retrotec.com/
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