Duct Sealing Posts

Is Aeroseal Right for You?

November 21st, 2016

Do you have uncomfortable hot or cold rooms in your house, dusty or musty air that aggravates allergies, or high utility bills that leave something to be desired month after month? The bad news: You may have leaky ducts. The good news: Aeroseal’s duct work sealing technology has helped improve home comfort, overall air quality, […]

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Got Dust? The spots you might be missing…

May 24th, 2016

If you’re like most homeowners – dusting is not one of your favorite chores (are any chores fun?). We all like to give it the old “college try” and hit our tabletops, television, and maybe even our picture frames on a weekly basis. But, take a minute right now — look up at your return […]

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What is in your home dust?

January 6th, 2016

Have you ever noticed all of the “icky” debris from your vacuum when you empty the canister or change the bag? Have you ever broken your vacuum cleaner bag as you were disposing it or looked at canister of debris before dumping it? This should provide an accurate picture of what type of air the typical homeowner is breathing in their homes. […]

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Got Dust? You can do something about it.

December 9th, 2015

Don’t let the dust bunny be an issue during the holidays. With the holiday season in full swing, it’s time to start preparing the house for guests. Finding dust in your home is no fun, and no matter how much you clean it always seems to come back. Dust is made up of all kinds of particles including plant pollen, dead […]

Air Cleaner, Air Duct Cleaning, Allergies, Asthma, Duct Sealing, Dust, Healthy Homes, IAQ, Indoor Air Quality, Respiratory Issues

Are Windows a Priority?

December 27th, 2013

One of the first industries to jump onto the energy efficiency bandwagon was the window industry. Claims of huge energy savings and increased comfort are touted by the industry as advantages to replacing old windows. While these claims definitely have merit, according to a study done by Michael Blasnik & Associates window replacements fall low […]

Air Changes, Duct Sealing, Home Performance, IAQ, Understanding Energy Efficiency

Tips to Lower Your Furnace/Boiler’s Energy Usage

December 10th, 2013

Set your thermostat as low as is comfortable. Keep the temperature fairly constant, as frequent changes will utilize more energy by causing unnecessary cycling on and off. Setting back the temperature at night, however, is recommended. Clean or replace furnace filters once a month or as needed. Oil-fired boilers should be professionally cleaned and tuned […]

Air Duct Cleaning, Duct Sealing, Energy Efficiency, Furnaces, Temperature, Thermostat

AeroSeal Infographic

November 25th, 2013

AeroSeal is the fastest growing method to improve the duct system in your home. Recently highlighted on the Today Show and This Old House, it’s fast becoming a ‘standard’ improvement on any home performance project. Visit www.BarronHeating.com/AeroSeal to watch an educational video on its use and function

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TELL-TALE SIGNS OF PROBLEM DUCTS

October 25th, 2013

Now that you know here each branch duct leads, you are in a better position to ask whether your system is likely to be a big energy loser. Here are the things to look for. Uninsulated Ducts in Unconditioned Spaces Heat transfer through duct walls can contribute significantly to energy losses. Conductive heat losses are […]

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Fixing Your Duct System Makes “Cents”

October 9th, 2013

In this article we are going to be discussing the EFFICIENCY MATH of purchasing a furnace and how duct sealing plays into your decisions. Many customers start with the goal of “increasing their efficiency”, however, what they should be focusing on is “decreasing energy use”. In a lot of ways this is similar to the Government cutting spending […]

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