Suppy line below ceiling

ey218 · 08-03-2012, 09:42 PM

Need to get this above ceiling level. Where do I begin?

ey218 · 08-03-2012, 09:43 PM

Suppy line below ceiling-image-1946746930.jpg

Another photo.

ey218 · 08-03-2012, 09:44 PM

Suppy line below ceiling-image-1786094708.jpg

Return is above ceiling level.

scottmcd9999 · 08-04-2012, 05:40 AM

There's really no way for us to give advice on this - you need someone to come out and see what you're dealing with.

Do you have enough room in the ceiling cavity to move it up there? If you do, then it shouldn't be a big deal to do it - but it must be done correctly, else you'll end up with airflow issues.

Are you concerned about head space, or just want to hide it? If you just want to hide it, box around it with lumber, sheetrock it, and paint.

biggles · 08-04-2012, 07:45 AM

if the ducting is the same age as the house most likely there is no room or the installer would of hid it

Marty S. · 08-04-2012, 08:13 AM

What's above the ceiling,attic or another level?

ey218 · 08-04-2012, 10:44 AM

I believe it is post construction duct work. Also, there is a living area above. The return is above ceiling level. I guess my real question is what size duct work do I have to use for the main supply line?

ey218 · 08-04-2012, 02:40 PM

The duct is 6 1/4" x 14". Depth of floor board b/w ceiling is 7 1/2". I believe there is room to move it up rather than put up soffit. I'd like it out of site.

Is it a DIY job or should I bring someone in?

turnermech · 08-04-2012, 04:17 PM

Need to know size of system to coment on duct sizes (a/c size heat type and size). If currently working then one would assume it is sized correctly but who knows. If you have room for it above the ceiling than you could put it in there. It will need to be insulated once it goes above the ceiling.

ey218 · 08-04-2012, 04:51 PM

Brand new system installed 2 years ago. Don't have the numbers and am away from the house,

ey218 · 08-04-2012, 06:07 PM

Gas furnace... Sorry

ey218 · 08-04-2012, 11:30 PM

Here's a pic of the Goodman. What #'s do you need to know?

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ey218 · 09-02-2012, 09:07 AM

I spoke with several GC's and an HVAC guy. They say 3.25" x10" is fine. Now I have to figure out the rest and I'm sure I'll be coming here for more help

DannyT · 09-02-2012, 03:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ey218

I spoke with several GC's and an HVAC guy. They say 3.25" x10" is fine.

fine for what?
to replace that duct with?

3.25x10=32.5 sq in
6.25x14 87.5 sq in

**beenthere** · 09-02-2012, 03:57 PM

How many rooms does that trunk line at that point serve?

08-03-2012, 09:42 PM	#1
ey218 Newbie Join Date: Aug 2012 Posts: 11	Suppy line below ceiling Need to get this above ceiling level. Where do I begin? Attached Thumbnails

08-03-2012, 09:43 PM	#2
ey218 Newbie Join Date: Aug 2012 Posts: 11	Suppy line below ceiling Another photo.

08-03-2012, 09:44 PM	#3
ey218 Newbie Join Date: Aug 2012 Posts: 11	Suppy line below ceiling Return is above ceiling level.

08-04-2012, 05:40 AM	#4
scottmcd9999 Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Augusta, GA Posts: 369	Suppy line below ceiling There's really no way for us to give advice on this - you need someone to come out and see what you're dealing with. Do you have enough room in the ceiling cavity to move it up there? If you do, then it shouldn't be a big deal to do it - but it must be done correctly, else you'll end up with airflow issues. Are you concerned about head space, or just want to hide it? If you just want to hide it, box around it with lumber, sheetrock it, and paint.

08-04-2012, 07:45 AM	#5
biggles Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Long Island Posts: 3,250	Suppy line below ceiling if the ducting is the same age as the house most likely there is no room or the installer would of hid it

Suppy line below ceiling