How HVAC Contractors Can Seal 90% of Duct Leaks Without Replacing Ductwork | Dr. Mark Modera Part 2

In this episode of HVAC Know It All Podcast, host Gary McCreadie continues his conversation with Dr. Mark Modera, The Inventor of Aeroseal, Professor at the University of California, Davis, Visiting Faculty at Berkeley Lab and Former Vice President at Carrier HVAC. In this Part 02 they discuss how HVAC contractors can integrate Aeroseal into their services, the process of becoming an Aeroseal dealer, and why this technology is a valuable addition for residential and commercial applications. Dr. Mark Modera explains the science behind Aeroseal, The Invention of him. how the sealant particles work to close duct leaks, and the limits of what size leaks can be sealed. They also cover how the building science community views duct sealing, the impact on HVAC Performance improvement, and why reducing duct leakage is essential for system performance and energy savings. This discussion provides valuable insights for HVAC professionals looking to expand their services and improve system performance with modern sealing techniques.

Dr. Mark Modera discusses the challenges HVAC contractors face with duct leaks and why traditional sealing methods fall short compared to modern solutions like Aeroseal. He highlights the importance of measuring and verifying duct leakage, the need for continuous education in building science, and how technology is making duct sealing more accurate and accessible. They also explore how HVAC contractors can become Aeroseal dealers, the business opportunities it presents, and how proper diagnostics and sealing techniques can smooth system performance while reducing energy waste.

This episode is filled with practical HVAC insights, business opportunities, and advanced sealing techniques, helping technicians understand duct leaks, enhance system performance.

Expect to Learn:

• How duct leaks affect HVAC performance and energy performance.

• Why traditional duct sealing methods fall short compared to Aeroseal.

• The importance of measuring and verifying duct leakage for better results. 

• Common myths about duct sealing and their impact on system performance.

• How HVAC contractors can integrate Aeroseal into their services for greater success.

Episode Highlights:

[00:33] – Introduction to the Second Part of the Episode with Dr. Mark Modera

[02:13] – How HVAC Contractors Can Offer Aeroseal: Training, Dealer Opportunities & Service Integration

[05:06] – How Aeroseal Works, Seals Leaks & Expands for Faster, More Accessible Applications

[07:34] – What Size Leaks Can Aeroseal Handle? Practical & Physical Limits

[08:55] – Where to Install the Aeroseal Machine & How It's Applied in Different Systems

[09:49] – Protecting Coils & Heat Exchangers During the Sealing Process

[11:08] – The Role of the Building Science Community in Duct Sealing Advancements

[13:03] – How Aeroseal is Helping Large Commercial Projects & Specialized Applications

[14:45] – How Much Leakage Remains After Using Aeroseal?

This Episode is Kindly Sponsored by:

Master: https://www.master.ca/

Cintas: https://www.cintas.com/

Supply House: https://www.supplyhouse.com/

Cool Air Products: https://www.coolairproducts.net/

Lambert Insurance Services: https://www.lambert-ins.com/

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-modera-94432212/

Aeroseal: https://www.linkedin.com/company/aeroseal-llc/about/

University of California: https://www.linkedin.com/school/uc-davis/

Berkeley Lab: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lawrence-berkeley-national-laboratory/

Carrier HVAC: https://www.linkedin.com/company/carrierhvac/

Website:

Aeroseal: https://aeroseal.com/

Carrier HVAC: https://www.carrier.com/carrier/en/worldwide/   

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