Leaky duct: why your AC won’t deliver

Your HVAC system seems to be working fine but somehow it still doesn’t deliver all the cool or warm air you want.

One problem may be over your head. Literally.

The ducts delivering the conditioned air could have leaks, meaning you are paying for air you don’t get to enjoy. Duct trouble can derail 20 percent or more of the air.

And it’s not just leaks. Squirrels and other animals sometimes invade homes and try to make nests in the ducts but damage and dislodge them in the process.

Ducts start to show wear and tear after about 10 years of usage, so it may be time to call an experienced HVAC technician to check your ducts.

Lighthouse HVAC technicians are experts at solving heating, ventilation and air conditioning problems.