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If you are currently renovating your property, you will likely want to enhance your air conditioning in the process. Most people want consistent, comfortable temperatures all year long. It is the same for energy efficiency and good air quality. If so, then you need to plan your HVAC and ductwork updates early on to prevent issues.

Support systems and equipment

One of the things you will need to do here is consider your supporting systems and equipment. Specific kinds of air conditioning require bigger ducts. Heat pumps certainly demand them. If yours is a system with air purifiers with activated charcoal filters, these too shall influence the air flow. You could need additional air returns and/or bigger ducts.

The right supports, fittings, and materials

Ductwork materials vary depending on your budget and requirements. However, you must use the correct ones for your specifications. Think about things like longevity and performance too.

Flexible ducts made from reinforced plastic are cheaper and simpler to install. But, they are not as durable and strong as sheet metal.

Energy efficiency and quiet operation might be priorities for you. In this case, you may want to choose duct board created from pressed fibreglass.

Sealing

Finally, you will need to guarantee sufficient ductwork sealing. As much as 20% of the air could be lost when you don’t properly seal the duct joints. This issue is worse with high efficiency systems. They run longer at lower capacity. So, air stays in the ducts for longer, meaning more can escape from the leaky joints. See to it that you utilise duct joints sealed with metal-backed tape or mastic gum to stop leaks.

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Coffey Architects is here to assist clients with all of their needs. You could be working on a new build or a smaller-scale extension. No matter what kind of architecture it is though, we will do everything we can to guide you.

So, to start working with the finest architect London has today, please give us a call. You can tell us more about your project and exactly what you need from us.