Air Duct Restoration

Duct restoration is a process of coating the duct system in a lining compound and is a quick and minimally invasive procedure. We scope the air ducts using a high definition video camera and clean them prior to coating them in a durable, flexible, and moisture resistant compound with a semi gloss finish that is resistant to accumulation of dust and dirt as well as antifungal to prevent mold growth.

It’s easy to overlook the importance of air ducts in the HVAC system’s overall efficiency. But ducts that are blocked, or the airflow impeded by dust and dirt buildups, collapse of sonotubes, or holes and breakages causing leaks can cause serious reductions in the overall ability of your heater and AC to deliver air to your home. Some estimate that the loss of efficiency from aging or decaying ductwork can be as much as 30% in the average home. Having your ducts cleaned and restoring old ductwork will not only remove blockages and impediments to airflow, but provide a surface that is less hospitable to future buildups of materials such as dust and dirt, as well as reinforce the structural integrity of ducts that might otherwise collapse or decay. This can translate into reduced energy bills and better overall distribution of heated or cooled air throughout your home.

Since our duct lining compound is applied in an even layer on top of the existing duct surfaces, it completely seals in the existing materials. This means that otherwise harmful substances that can become airborne in your HVAC systems are trapped in a layer of environmentally friendly and non-toxic sealant, thus rendering them inert.

Although duct restoration and lining, being a relatively new technique, requires no specific license to perform, the integrity and longevity of the sealant is highly dependent on how well the ducts are cleaned beforehand. If a provider doesn’t know what they are doing, cutting into ductwork to clean it can severely damage your home’s HVAC system. The state licensure requires continuing education and staying up to date on best practices in air duct repairs. The long and short of it is that the state requires licensure to avoid shady practitioners from damaging your home’s value and costing you potentially thousands of dollars. Furthermore, NADCA trained professionals are thoroughly trained in the best and latest practices, required to hold verified liability insurance, and adhere to a code of ethics required for membership, guaranteeing you get the best value and the highest level of workmanship available.