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A complete HVAC system includes ducted returns

A complete HVAC system includes ducted returns
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A constant airflow regulator is a modulating orifice that automatically regulates airflows in duct systems to constant levels

A constant airflow regulator is a modulating orifice that automatically regulates airflows in duct systems to constant levels
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A constant airflow regulator is fitted into the neck of the supply duct to control air flow to deliver the design airflow regardless of pressure variations

A constant airflow regulator is fitted into the neck of the supply duct to control air flow to deliver the design airflow regardless of pressure variations
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A duct leakage test is performed on a ducted heat pump system using a duct tester (blower fan) and a digital manometer.

A duct leakage test is performed on a ducted heat pump system using a duct tester (blower fan) and a digital manometer.
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A ducted central return brings air from central return registers back to the air handler through insulated, air-sealed ducts

A ducted central return brings air from central return registers back to the air handler through insulated, air-sealed ducts
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A floor cavity between the first and second floor can provide a conditioned space for HVAC ducts if the rim joists are insulated and air sealed, if sufficient space is available, and if open-web floor joists are used

A floor cavity between the first and second floor can provide a conditioned space for HVAC ducts if the rim joists are insulated and air sealed, if sufficient space is available, and if open-web floor joists are used
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A nylon draw band and tensioning tool are used to secure the inner coil of the pre-insulated flexible duct

A nylon draw band and tensioning tool are used to secure the inner coil of the pre-insulated flexible duct
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A nylon draw band and tensioning tool are used to secure the inner liner of the pre-insulated flexible duct

A nylon draw band and tensioning tool are used to secure the inner liner of the pre-insulated flexible duct
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A rigid metal duct vents the exhaust fan.

A rigid metal duct vents the exhaust fan.
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A second layer of rigid insulation is installed over the 2 in. by 4 in. retaining strip

A second layer of rigid insulation is installed over the 2 in. by 4 in. retaining strip
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A technician assembles the spray sealant injection system to seal HVAC ducts from the inside

A technician assembles the spray sealant injection system to seal HVAC ducts from the inside
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A technician conducts a duct blaster test

A technician conducts a duct blaster test
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A triple-filtered energy recovery ventilator is installed with individual supply ducts to provide fresh air to each room.

A triple-filtered energy recovery ventilator is installed with individual supply ducts to provide fresh air to each room.
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After securing the inner coil, cover the draw band and the seam with a generous amount of mastic

After securing the inner coil, cover the draw band and the seam with a generous amount of mastic
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Air handler platforms used as return air plenums can draw air from vented attics and crawlspaces through other connected framing cavities

Air handler platforms used as return air plenums can draw air from vented attics and crawlspaces through other connected framing cavities
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Air seal a heat pump or air conditioner air handler cabinet at all seams, holes, and junctions

Air seal a heat pump or air conditioner air handler cabinet at all seams, holes, and junctions
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Air seal all holes and seams in the furnace cabinet with mastic, foil tape, or putty

Air seal all holes and seams in the furnace cabinet with mastic, foil tape, or putty
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Air seal and insulate flex ducts

Air seal and insulate flex ducts
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Air seal around all duct shafts and flues installed through ceilings, walls, or flooring to keep conditioned air from leaking into unconditioned space.

Air seal around all duct shafts and flues installed through ceilings, walls, or flooring to keep conditioned air from leaking into unconditioned space.
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Air seal at chase walls - plan

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Air seal at chase walls - plan
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Air seal at duct boot

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Air seal at duct boot
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Air seal at duct soffit

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Air seal at duct soffit
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Air seal duct boot to ceiling by installing fiberglass mesh tape and mastic over seam

Air seal duct boot to ceiling by installing fiberglass mesh tape and mastic over seam
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All of the ductwork for the efficient (8.5 HSPF, 15 SEER) heat pump is mastic sealed and installed in conditioned space.

All of the ductwork for the efficient (8.5 HSPF, 15 SEER) heat pump is mastic sealed and installed in conditioned space.