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Publication Review

Title: Improving the Efficiency of Your Duct System
Author: U. S. Department of Energy, 1999
File: Free Guide, PDF 1.23 MB, 15 pages
Audience: Written for architects, builders and homeowners with some understanding of foreced air HVAC systems.

Review
Description of home duct systems and possible problems.

Issues covered include:

• components of the duct system
• energy losses and costs
• health hazards
• inspection of the duct system
• tell-tale signs of problem ducts
• get a professional
• opportunities in new homes
  

Detail drawings include:

• diagram of home duct system
• duct schematic, no leakage of ducts
• duct schematic, with leakage of ducts
• duct schematic, with building envelope leakage

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