Attic Ducts and Heat Gain
Short answer: attic temperatures soar in summer, and leaky or thinly insulated ducts there warm up the air before it reaches the rooms. Sealing, insulating and repairing ducts is often one of the best upgrades for comfort.
Request an HVAC technicianWhy attics matter
Ducts sit in the hottest part of the house.
Leaks
Lost air means lost money.
Insulation
Thicker duct insulation cuts heat gain.
Crushed ducts
Storage flattens flexible duct.
Returns
Enough return air keeps the system breathing.
Attic ventilation
Ridge and soffit vents help.
Radiant barriers
Reflect roof heat.
Air handler pans
Check the drain pan and float switch.
Testing
A duct test shows leakage.
Comfort
Hot back rooms often improve after duct work.
Older homes
Older Shreveport houses often had ductwork added after construction, routed wherever it fit. Long, twisting runs to the far rooms lose the most.
Storage in the attic
Keep boxes off ducts and walkways clear so technicians can reach the system.
Next
See attic ductwork.
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