How to Make Your Ducts Quieter
Blog Introduction: If your ductwork is noisy, there are a few things you can do to reduce the noise. Placing neoprene washers between the wood and the metal straps that hold the ducting to the joists is one way to reduce noise. You may also be able to put insulation above your ducts if they are hanging from the ceiling. If your ductwork is encased behind walls, however, you should see an expert to determine whether insulation is a suitable solution.
How Do I Make My Ducts Quieter?
You have a few options when it comes to making your ducts quieter. The most you can expect is a little reduction in noise unless you cover all of your ducts with fiberglass insulation or open them up and place acoustic duct liners. Isolate ducts from wood with rubber pads. The simplest method is to place neoprene washers (available at hardware shops) between the wood and the metal straps that hold the ducting to the joists. You may also use acoustic tiling to create a sound barrier between the joists. You may be able to put insulation above your ducts if they are hanging from the ceiling.Â
One way to reduce noise is by placing neoprene washers between the wood and metal straps that hold the ducting to the joists. Another way to reduce noise coming from your ductwork is by putting insulation above your ducts if they are hanging from the ceiling. However, if your ductwork is encased behind walls, you should see an expert determine whether insulation would be a suitable solution for reducing the noise coming from your ductwork.    Â
Overall, the best way to make sure your ductwork doesn’t make too much noise is by having it professionally installed by experts who know how to properly soundproof ductwork.Â