{"id":6807,"date":"2026-08-24T11:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-08-24T16:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.peaden.com\/blog\/?p=6807"},"modified":"2026-08-24T16:12:56","modified_gmt":"2026-08-24T21:12:56","slug":"the-homeowners-guide-to-duct-inspection-and-aeroseal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.peaden.com\/blog\/indoor-air-quality-service\/the-homeowners-guide-to-duct-inspection-and-aeroseal\/","title":{"rendered":"The Homeowner\u2019s Guide to Duct Inspection and Aeroseal"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/peaden.wistia.com\/medias\/focqzq3yoa?wvideo=focqzq3yoa\"><img src=\"https:\/\/embed-ssl.wistia.com\/deliveries\/e7f73df6f8757a37eef9507ee11c4345.jpg?image_play_button_size=2x&amp;image_crop_resized=960x540&amp;image_play_button_rounded=1&amp;image_play_button_color=2949E5e0\" alt=\"\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If certain rooms in your Tallahassee, FL, home always feel too warm, too cool, or noticeably stuffier than others, the problem may not be your HVAC equipment itself. Leaky ductwork can allow heated and cooled air to escape before it ever reaches your living spaces. A professional duct inspection can uncover those hidden losses, while Aeroseal can help seal many leaks from inside the duct system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h3><strong>Why Duct Leaks Matter<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Your ductwork is responsible for carrying conditioned air throughout your home. When gaps, cracks, or loose connections develop, some of that air can escape into attics, crawl spaces, wall cavities, and other unconditioned areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to Peaden\u2019s video, many homes can lose 20% to 40% of their heated and cooled air through duct leaks. That wasted air can contribute to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Uneven temperatures from room to room<\/li><li>Longer HVAC system run times<\/li><li>Higher energy bills<\/li><li>Added wear on heating and cooling equipment<\/li><li>Stuffy or uncomfortable spaces<\/li><li>Reduced overall HVAC efficiency<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Leaky ducts can also draw dusty, unfiltered air into the system. Once that air enters the ductwork, it may circulate throughout the home and negatively affect indoor air quality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><strong>What a Professional Duct Inspection Can Reveal<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Because much of a duct system is hidden, homeowners cannot always spot leaks through a simple visual inspection. Professional testing can provide a much more accurate picture of how much air is escaping.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our Peaden Pros use industry-leading testing to measure duct leakage before any sealing work begins. This gives homeowners a clear baseline and helps determine whether Aeroseal is an appropriate solution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After the work is complete, we test again so you can compare results and see how much leakage has been reduced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><strong>How Aeroseal Works<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Aeroseal is an advanced duct-sealing technology that closes leaks from inside the duct system. During the process, the vents are temporarily blocked, and the ductwork is gently pressurized.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A safe, mist-like sealant is then released into the ducts. As air escapes through cracks and openings, sealant particles are drawn toward those leaks and begin to collect around their edges. The material builds up until the openings are sealed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Aeroseal can close tiny pinholes as well as larger gaps approximately the size of a quarter. Because it works from inside the ductwork, it can reach leaks that might otherwise be difficult to access without opening walls or ceilings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><strong>What Homeowners May Notice After Duct Sealing<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Once leaks are sealed, more conditioned air can reach the rooms where it is supposed to go. This can help improve airflow and make temperatures more consistent throughout the home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With less air escaping, your HVAC system may also be able to satisfy thermostat settings without running as long. Reducing unnecessary runtime can help limit energy waste and reduce strain on heating and cooling equipment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Peaden Air Conditioning, Plumbing &amp; Electrical has served Gulf Coast homeowners for more than 50 years. Our NATE-certified Peaden Pros regularly address indoor air quality and duct performance concerns. Schedule a duct inspection or Aeroseal estimate with Peaden today to find out whether sealing hidden duct leaks could improve comfort and efficiency in your Tallahassee, FL, home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"\/contact\/send-a-message\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Call today to discover The Peaden Way: Service Is Our Passion, Safety Is Our Priority, Satisfaction Is Our Promise.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Improve comfort and HVAC efficiency with professional duct inspection and Aeroseal service from Peaden in Tallahassee, FL.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[79,100],"tags":[187,108,111],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.peaden.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6807"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.peaden.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.peaden.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.peaden.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.peaden.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=6807"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/www.peaden.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6807\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":6883,"href":"https:\/\/www.peaden.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6807\/revisions\/6883"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.peaden.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=6807"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.peaden.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=6807"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.peaden.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=6807"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}