Residential Ductwork
In order for an air conditioning unit to work properly and efficiently, it must have a properly designed ductwork system connected to it. The ideal duct layout will ensure that the appropriate amount of hot or cold air is being pushed into each room dependent on the room's size. Larger ducts are laid out to lead to rooms with greater square footage, while smaller ducts will be run to bathrooms and other smaller areas. When dealing with residential ductwork designs, these factors must all be taken into account when installing the central heating and cooling equipment.
Flexible Ductwork: The Basics
Traditional air conditioning ducts are made from thin sheets of aluminum formed into tube like shapes and then coated with insulation. There are also rigid insulation boards that can be used to form ductwork without the need for the sheet metal to hold their shape. These two types of rigid ducts are ideal for main lines coming off of the air handler, but for smaller duct lines running to individual vents, flexible ductwork is often better suited for the task.
Air Conditioning Ductwork: The Basics
While ovens and refrigerators are considered essential appliances in a home, the one appliance that has a tremendous effect on nearly every square foot of the residence is the air conditioner. Providing refreshing cool air in the Summer and Spring, and much needed warmth in the Fall and Winter, the air conditioner can cover quite a large area for just a single piece of equipment. This effect on every room in the home is produced by the air conditioning ductwork the central unit is attached to. The ductwork layout is essential to efficient operation of a central air conditioning unit.
HVAC Ductwork
Commercial Ductwork
Ductwork is the part of a central air system that carries both hot and cold air throughout the building. These ducts can be used to both bring air as well as remove air from a particular area. Ductwork is an essential component of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning(HVAC) systems and is critical to proper function of the system as a whole. A complete duct system is often referred to as ductwork. Proper ductwork or duct work as it is also called, can vary widely depending on application. For example, when running duct work in a home, there are a very different set of standards than when running ductwork for a commercial application. Not only are the standards different but the type of material used is totally different as well. Let's go over a few main points for both residential ductwork as well as commercial ductwork.