Exposed Ductwork On Roof

Even ductwork that is properly anchored to the rooftop can sustain damage from high winds and flying debris.

Exposed ductwork on roof.

The absolute best way to run the ductwork above the roof is to use r8 insulation on the ductwork internal and build a doghouse outside the ductwork with minimum r30 insulation on sides and top of duct. The master flow 24 in. A local business has the main duct plenums for return and supply located outside going to an rtu furnace ac on the ground. Duct temp gain when inside doghouse with r30 is less than 5 at 50.

This flat sheet is made of 30 gauge galvanized steel for durability and sturdiness. And no it is not possible to move the systems inside at the moment. It is recommended to seal your seams with building code approved sealant or duct tape. Here is an update.

I recently had a son graduate from college. The titus air distribution for exposed ductwork webinar covers different diffusers and their use in exposed ductwork applications. These things are generally hidden in our homes behind walls in ceilings and within soffits. My wife groaned as i took out my cellphone and started taking pictures of the exposed duct system.

2 avoid exposed ductwork. To celebrate my wife and i took a group out to a week old new restaurant. Trying to decide rather to leave exposed open roof trusses or just exposed ductwork. Smith recommends that building teams avoid installing exposed ductwork on rooftops in high wind regions.

Galvanized steel flat sheet is the ultimate product for custom fittings. It is a bit noisy but we don t have insulation above the ceilings yet so that may change the sound. See more ideas about duct work home exposed ceilings. We do love it.

Hey it s what i do for a living. They are planning an addition in a yr or two and would like a temp solution. Architecturally exposed duct systems have become popular for a number of different reasons but as a duct guy i take particular pride. 10 tips for showing off ducts pipes beams and more pipes.

Two trunks around 10ft. Nov 13 2018 explore emkat 58 s board exposed ac ducts followed by 466 people on pinterest. It is in iowa in a heating. They are insulated on the inside but does not look to be the best done job.

You can cut this sheet into almost any size for your tough to fit jobs. See more ideas about duct work duct hvac design.