As with any major appliance, you should always make sure your HVAC system and its air ducts are functioning properly.

• Temperature distribution is uneven – If the air inside your home feels stuffy, or if some rooms are especially hard to heat or cool, the source of the problem could very well be your air ducts.

• A dusty and dirty home – While the accumulation of dust and debris is somewhat normal in a home in Texas, you might have leaking air ducts if you start finding excessive amounts and notice yourself dusting daily.

• Unusually high energy bills – While high fuel costs can contribute to higher energy bills, leaking air ducts can make them skyrocket. If you notice that your monthly utility bill is higher than usual without obvious reason, consider investing in an air duct inspection to ensure your ducts aren’t wasting your money.

• Dangerous back-drafting – Clothes dryers, water heaters and gas furnaces all have vents to push harmful fumes outdoors. Leaking air ducts can keep some of those fumes inside your home and become dangerous for your family.