Are Your Ducts Costing You Comfort and Cash?
Are you frustrated by rising costs of heating and cooling your home, wondering if there’s a way to maximize your equipment energy efficiency? Do you have rooms that are always too hot or too cold? Does keeping up with dust seem like a losing battle in your home? These are signs of leaky ducts, wasting up to 30% of your heating and cooling energy.
In the upper Midwest, where winters are harsh and summers can be humid, leaky ducts can make your home uncomfortable and expensive to maintain. Discover how Aeroseal’s innovative technology can seal the leaks in your ducts, save you money, and improve your home’s comfort and air quality. Schedule an estimate today!
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The Hidden Problem in Your Home
95% of all ductwork leak more than 150 basketballs of air every MINUTE your system is running due to pressurized air from your blower escaping through the spaces between the metal joints and connections.
Hand-sealing ducts is required in new construction and remodels, but sealing this way is incredibly time-consuming and requires access to all lengths and sides of your ductwork. In a finished home, this is a nightmare because your ductwork is already behind your taped, textured, and painted drywall!
Question: So why even care? Seems like it's too much hassle to consider fixing these leaks.
Answer: These Leaky ducts behind your walls and floor are silently stealing your energy and comfort. Up to 30% of the air moving through your duct system can be lost due to leaks, causing:
- Higher Energy Bills: Your HVAC system works harder, increasing utility costs.
- Uneven Temperatures: Some rooms feel too hot or too cold because the air your system was designed to deliver isn’t reaching its destination.
- Poor Air Quality: Dust, pollen, and allergens get pulled into your home.
In Grand Forks and Fargo, where cold winters demand efficient heating and humid summers make our ACs critical for a comfortable environment, these issues hit hard. Are you ready to take control?
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Why Choose Aeroseal?
Aeroseal is the smart solution to leaky ducts, sealing them from the inside with cutting-edge technology; no demolition required to access your ductwork! Here’s why it’s a game-changer:
Save Energy & Money
Save Energy & Money
Boost Comfort
Enjoy consistent temperatures in every room.
Improve Air Quality
Reduce dust and allergens for cleaner air.
Environmental Sustainability
Environmental Sustainability
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Enjoy the Rewards of Sealed Ducts
With Aeroseal, you’ll experience:
Cost Savings
Aeroseal optimizes your home’s heating and cooling system’s performance, helping you save on utility bills each month.
Reduced Air Leakage
Using its powerful sealing technology, Aeroseal can reduce air leakage in your home up to 90%.
Reliable Comfort
Sealing cracks and holes in your ductwork helps improve airflow and provide consistent temperatures throughout your home.
Reduced Energy Consumption
The Aeroseal process is thorough and extensive to find even the tiniest leak, reducing up to 30% of your energy usage.
Increased Efficiency
Without air leakage holding it back, sealed ductwork allows your heating and cooling system to do its job efficiently.
Balanced Humidity
Sealed ducts help maintain balanced moisture levels and prevent the growth and circulation of mold and mildew in your system.
Improved Filtration
Aeroseal facilitates airtight circulation through your ducts, ensuring that pollutants are properly filtered from your air supply.
Extended Equipment Lifespan
Because sealed ducts maximize your home’s HVAC system, you can rest assured your equipment will last for years to come.
“I recently had my ductwork renovated with Aeroseal, and the improvement in my home’s comfort is remarkable. Before, my air conditioner ran nonstop to maintain my thermostat’s settings, but after the renovation, it operates far less frequently at the same fan speed. This allowed my HVAC technician to adjust the system to run longer cycles at a lower speed, which has significantly reduced humidity levels. My home now feels consistently comfortable, even during the muggy Grand Forks summers. I regret not doing this sooner—the difference is night and day, and I highly recommend Aeroseal to anyone looking to enhance their home’s air quality and comfort.” Jon B – Grand Forks
Aeroseal in North Dakota and Minnesota
In North Dakota’s and Minnesota’s extreme climate, equipment efficiency is essential. Aeroseal can help you stay warm in winter and cool in summer, all while saving money. Plus, you may qualify for Federal and local incentives to offset costs:
- IRA 25C Tax Credit: Save 30% on Aeroseal duct sealing, up to $1,200 annually, through the Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit. Consult a tax professional to claim your savings with IRS Form 5695.
- State Energy Program (SEP): Grants for energy efficiency projects (ACEEE).
- Utility Rebates: Check with your local provider for savings.
Real Results: A Local Case Study
Transforming a Grand Forks Home with Aeroseal
In a 2,500 sq ft home in Grand Forks, the homeowners struggled with high energy bills and uneven heating, especially in their downstairs bedroom. During a harsh North Dakota winter, they noticed their furnace running constantly, yet some rooms remained chilly. When measuring the airflow from the register in the cold room, so little air was coming through, it was suspected that the ductwork had become disconnected somehow. Dust was also piling up on everything in the home requiring dusting every week, affecting their family’s allergies (and free time).
We conducted an Aeroseal pre-seal test which involves putting the ductwork under the same pressures of a running system and quickly discovered the issue. The cumulative leaks amounted to a hole 41.0 Sq.In with an equivalent leakage to throwing 217 basketballs of conditioned air outside every minute! The certified crews then applied treatment, sealing both the supply and return ducts. The process took just 6 hours, with no mess or disruption. Post-treatment tests showed a 94.9% reduction in duct leakage, dropping from 21.7% to under 2%. The results were immediate:
- Energy Savings: Their furnace ran 22% less the following month.
- Improved Comfort: Every room now maintains a consistent temperature. That presumed disconnected duct now produced the expected 110 CFM adding the missing warmness to that bedroom.
- Cleaner Air: Dust and allergens decreased, easing allergy symptoms.
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This case study shows how Aeroseal can solve common home issues, right here in the upper Midwest. We have binders full of results just like these from hundreds of your neighbors in the Red River Valley over the past 9 years!
What Our Customers Say
Hear from homeowners who’ve transformed their homes with Aeroseal:
“The Aeroseal team was great to work with. They were very clear and concise in their explanations of the processes and techniques involved with sealing our ducts and happily answered any questions we had in a manner which was easily understood. While the work was being conducted they were respectful of our home and belongings as well as very careful ensuring a good job was done. Once everything was finished, they printed out a report detailing the level of efficiency before and after the treatment. Our vent efficiency was increased by around 25% bringing it to the near maximum possible. Now, 25% doesn’t sound like a lot, however, in effect, we went from having to hold our hand over the register to tell if air was being pushed to feeling the air blowing on our face at head height (about six feet). The Aeroseal treatment in our household has been well worth the cost and I recommend it to anyone considering getting it done.” – Miguel & Anna, Fargo ND
“After Aeroseal, not only can you feel a difference in the amount of air coming out of the registers, but those cold rooms are now more comfortable, not to mention the furnace is kicking off a lot sooner than it was before having Aeroseal work done, which we’ll hopefully see the monetary impact of that on our future energy bills.” – Travis, Homeowner
“With COVID-19 requiring families to spend more time at home, homeowners are adapting their living space to handle work and school. And proper airflow and ventilation have become as critical as regular handwashing and social distancing. It’s important to evaluate your home’s HVAC system to make sure comfort and clean, healthy air are a reliable constant.” – Jeff Howard
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the Aeroseal process take?
- Typically 4-8 hours for a standard home.
Is Aeroseal safe?
Yes, the sealant is non-toxic and safe for all homes.
Do I need to replace my ducts?
- No, Aeroseal seals existing ducts, extending their life.
What’s the cost?
Costs vary based on the complexity and size of your system, but incentives may reduce expenses. Contact us for a quote, or join us during a demonstration to take advantage of our special new installation pricing.
What is the warranty for Aeroseal?
Aeroseal comes with a 10-year warranty covering parts and labor for any seal failures, but the sealant is durability-tested to last over 40 years, far outlasting traditional tape or mastic.
Do I need to clean my ducts before sealing?
In most cases, duct cleaning isn’t required. Your local HVAC contractor can assess if cleaning is necessary based on your duct condition.
Is the Aeroseal sealant safe for my family and pets
Absolutely, the sealant is non-toxic, low-VOC, and water-based, posing no risk to people or pets when applied correctly.
What size gaps can Aeroseal seal?
Aeroseal effectively seals gaps up to 5/8 inch wide, including hard-to-reach leaks, ensuring thorough coverage without coating the entire duct.
Can I use my HVAC system right after sealing?
Yes, your HVAC system can be restarted immediately after sealing, as the sealant dries in under 45 minutes.
