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How Ductwork Affects HVAC Efficiency, Comfort & Equipment Sizing | Airflow Explained | Ep. 3

Your furnace or heat pump can only work as well as the ductwork supporting it. In *Episode 3 of our 4-part HVAC Education Series*, Owen Wamboldt, owner of Wamboldt Heating and Air Conditioning, breaks down how ductwork affects airflow, equipment efficiency, comfort, and noise levels throughout your home. Whether you're upgrading to a high-efficiency furnace, switching to a heat pump, or wondering why one room is always hotter or colder than the others, this episode will help you understand why proper duct sizing and layout are critical. 🔍 What You’ll Learn in This Video: How ductwork impacts equipment performance and energy use What supply and return air ducts actually do How duct size and layout affect airflow, noise, and comfort Why poorly designed ducts lead to overheating, loud systems, and uneven rooms How new equipment (especially heat pumps and full electric systems) can strain old ductwork What CFM (cubic feet per minute) means for airflow Real-world examples of common Ottawa ductwork problems What to do about cold bedrooms over garages Why your furnace gets louder when the filter is dirty The benefits of zoned duct systems for multi-floor comfort 🛠️ Key Topics Covered: ✅ Return air vs. supply air ducts ✅ Older homes in Ottawa with limited return air pathways ✅ Upgrading from PSC motors to variable speed motors ✅ Why new high-efficiency equipment demands better duct design ✅ How to plan ductwork for heat pumps (spoiler: you can’t just swap them in!) ✅ When to consider duct redesigns or zoning systems in custom builds 💨* Does Your Furnace Sound Louder Lately?* If your ductwork isn’t sized to match your equipment, your variable-speed motor may be ramping up to compensate for airflow restrictions—especially with a clogged filter. Owen explains what’s happening and how to prevent comfort issues. 📌 Based in Ottawa and planning a home HVAC upgrade? We specialize in new system installs, heat pumps, and HVAC design—including ductwork evaluations. We’ll make sure your home stays comfortable year-round with airflow that’s quiet, efficient, and balanced. 📞 Book a consultation 📍 Serving Ottawa and surrounding areas 📺 *Watch Episode 1* –    • How to Properly Size Your Furnace, AC, or ...   📺 *Watch Episode 2* –    • Furnace vs Heat Pump vs Hybrid HVAC System...   📺 *Watch Episode 4* –    • HRVs, ERVs, Humidifiers & Filters Explaine...   🔔 Subscribe to our channel for more expert HVAC guidance from real technicians in the field. 👍 Like this video if it helped you better understand ductwork. 💬 Got questions? Drop them in the comments—we’ll answer them in a future video! #HVAC #DuctworkDesign #FurnaceAirflow #HeatPumpInstallation #OttawaHVAC #DuctworkSizing #VariableSpeedFurnace #CFMExplained #ZonedDuctSystem #HomeComfort #AirflowBalance