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Insulation To Seal Air Duct

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Insulation To Seal Air Duct

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Insulation• Insulation is the trending technique utilized in various

parts of the world, irrespective of the climatic conditions.

• Insulation has evolved more from the asbestos to the spray foam insulations.

• The insulation type varies depending on the climatic condition prevailing in the certain region.

• The insulation type used in different climatic region - http://www.slideshare.net/leeshin12/types-of-attic-insulation-used-in-hot-and-cold-climates

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Air Duct Insulation • Air duct is one of the important part of the house, if

the duct is not properly closed, they will lead to many defect which in turn hinders the health benefit of the folks staying in the house and diminishes the quality of the house.

• The duct size is not standard, they vary from depending on the place, the duct is inferred in the protruding woods, broken roofs, ceilings, floors, etc….

• The step by step method of air duct insulation is mentioned below:

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Things Required For Air Duct Insulation

• Fiberglass insulation• Foil duct tape• Insulating duct wrap• Ball of twine• Installation equipment• Employee protection aids

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Step #1

• Make the place clear to favor the insulation, remove all the clutters and the blocks on the place of insulation.

• Making the place ready for the insulation will benefit the professionals and also the home.

• This would help in delivering the hassle free insulation implementation process in sealing the air ducts.

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Step #2

• Fiberglass insulation is often preferred for dealing with the air ducts.

• The first thing to do is to cover the inner layer of the duct with the single layer of standard fiberglass insulation.

• The horizontal layer should be cut and fitted into the duct providing the space for ventilation.

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Step #3

• The second layer of similar size horizontal layer is taken and cover it in the underside of the duct.

• Make the wrap to hold the duct tight with the twine.

• Wrap up the insulation with the metal boot.

• The foil duct tape can be used around the boot.

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• The above Is just the basic step involved in insulating the air ducts.

• The air ducts is not confined to house alone they are seen in industries also.

• In different situations, different type of insulation materials, insulation products are used.

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• Aesofutah(http://aesofutah.com) is one of the insulation service provider in the area of utah. They provide energy rebates for the customers.

• The company has the efficient energy inspectors to monitor the energy loss in the house through energy inspection. They recommend or suggest the design procedure for the place which in need of the insulation in the house.