In some homes, running conventional ductwork is not practical. Every year we see homes with limited or no space for large rectangular ducts, or where the homeowner does not want ductwork below the floor joists or soffits built to hide it. We also see house plans where heating and cooling was never considered in the design, which is one reason temperature problems are among the most common complaints people have about a new home.
What Is a High-Velocity System?
A high-velocity ducted system uses several small pipes in place of the large ductwork you are used to seeing. Because the pipes take up far less space than conventional ducts, they can be routed through places standard ductwork cannot go.
When a High-Velocity System Makes Sense
- Existing homes with limited space. It works well when a homeowner wants to add air conditioning to a house that was built without room for ducts.
- Remodeling projects. The small pipes are easier to fit into a finished home.
- Open floor plans. Open plans have few interior walls to run ducts through, so a high-velocity system is a logical solution in new construction as well.
If you have a home where conventional ductwork will not fit, contact Envirotech or call us at 913-268-6700 to talk through your options.