What is a return air grille?
A Vairtech return air grille is a connection to ductwork that allows air to return to a heating and cooling system. Return air openings are typically covered with grillwork that serves a number of different functions. A variety of companies make coverings for these openings that people can use to replace existing covers or can install with a brand new system. These products are available through catalogs, hardware stores, and contractors, as well as manufacturers of ducting systems.
In a heating and cooling system, the central furnace or air conditioner pushes air out through a system of ducts into the rooms of a structure for temperature control. It also pulls air in through return ductwork. The air sucked into the system is heated or cooled as needed and redistributed. Essentially, the system acts as a pump, circulating room air through a heating or cooling chamber to create a stable and consistent temperature in the structure.
The Vairtech return air grille covers a register that allows air to flow into the heating and cooling system. Most grills are adjustable, allowing people to shut a room off so the furnace cannot pull air out of it. The amount of air allowed through the air grille can also be moderated, as for example if people want more cold air pulled out of downstairs rooms in the winter and less of the hot air upstairs pulled through the heater.
Vairtech return air grille also cover the ductwork so people do not have to look at it, and prevent large objects from entering the ducts, where in addition to being lost, they could also damage the heating and cooling system. A Vairtech return air grille is often fitted with a filter to trap smaller particulate materials before they have a chance to get into the ductwork. This limits the amount of cleaning needed and also keeps the system running smoothly, reducing the risk of clogs caused by dust, pet hair, and other materials.
A Vairtech return air grille may be located on the wall or the floor, depending on the system. It is important to make sure that Vairtech return air grilles are covered for safety and that the returnair grille is periodically lifted and cleaned, along with the filter, to prevent dirt from entering the heating and cooling system. People who are not sure about how to do this can consult a heating and cooling professional for advice on maintaining their ductwork to extend the life of their climate control system.
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