Leaky ducts in a home inspection report
Air escapes through duct holes or poorly sealed connections. Urgency: Can raise bills and reduce comfort. Fix: Seal suitable leaks with mastic or metal tape.
- Meaning
- Air escapes through duct holes or poorly sealed connections.
- Urgency in the source
- Can raise bills and reduce comfort.
- Typical fix or next step
- Seal suitable leaks with mastic or metal tape.
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- ENERGY STAR, retrieved 2026-11-06
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