Duct Leak Test
An HVAC system in any building serves the dual purpose of regulating indoor temperature and preserving air quality. This involves not only heating or cooling the air to the desired thermostat setting but also filtering and keeping the internal air free from external pollutants. A well-functioning HVAC system effortlessly achieves both objectives. Conversely, a malfunctioning system can allow harmful pollutants to infiltrate indoor spaces, leading to energy wastage and increased monthly bills. Thus, conducting air duct leakage testing is crucial to ensure optimal system performance and prevent unnecessary energy and financial losses
What could possibly go wrong with HVAC duct system?
Air can escape through improperly connected, disconnected, or deteriorating ductwork, resulting in insufficient conditioned air reaching your workspace, leaving the environment excessively warm or chilly. If the return duct system is leaking, it may be sucking in stale or filthy air from the outside and distributing it throughout the structure. If the supply duct system is leaking, the building may get depressurized, and outside air may be pulled into the ducting and distributed throughout the structure. In either case, indoor air quality may be at risk.
Duct Leak Testing Process
These are the steps that is taken to test HVAC duct leakage according to Standard
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is responsible for doing Duct Leak Testing?
National Environmental Balancing Bureau (NEBB) is a non-governmental organisation that is responsible for providing guidelines on the HVAC system of Testing, Adjusting, and Balancing (TAB). Qualified professionals technicians that are the only people who can perform HVAC Duct Leak Testing.
What are the possible issues that may arise due to duct leak?
- Poor indoor air quality
- Comfort issues
- Energy maximization
When does Duct Leak Testing need to be done?
- When new heating and/or air conditioning unit is installed
- When a heating and/or air conditioning unit undergoes a diagnostic tune-up
- Duct testing, on the other hand, can be undertaken at any time, regardless of whether new energy-efficient equipment is installed
