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Can I relocate a floor heating return vent to the wall?
Can I relocate a floor heating return vent to the wall?
I want to relocate the heating return that is on the floor to the lower wall. It is just the return, not the actual vents that blow out the heat. It is right in the middle of the hallway and sticks up above the floor. It is hazardous and unattractive. Can this be done? Is it expensive to do? Thanks in advance.
Answers:
Mark C: Yes you can, you just need to make the duct-work extend to a nearby area and you will be fine. The only consideration is to have the return in an area that will provide the same air flow as the old location.
2008-06-17 08:30:48
2008-06-17 08:30:48
gizmoe: Returns can be moved, however they are just as important as the supply ducts.
The size of the duct and the grille must be taken into consideration.
If an open ceiling is below this area it will make it much easier to do.
Interior wall spaces are typically only 3 1/2" so more than one 16" wall cavity may be needed.
I would guess that the cost would be anywhere from $150.00 - $400.00 depending.
Have a professional look at it and possibly it's a do it yourself project.
Problems resulting from inadequate duct-work can create service calls later.
2008-06-17 08:45:02
The size of the duct and the grille must be taken into consideration.
If an open ceiling is below this area it will make it much easier to do.
Interior wall spaces are typically only 3 1/2" so more than one 16" wall cavity may be needed.
I would guess that the cost would be anywhere from $150.00 - $400.00 depending.
Have a professional look at it and possibly it's a do it yourself project.
Problems resulting from inadequate duct-work can create service calls later.
2008-06-17 08:45:02
Deblieux: IT IS HIGHLY UNLIKELY that you can relocate your cold air return to a wall. You do not indicate the size of the grate in your hallway, but relocated to the wall means that it will be routed down through the stud cavity and sole plate through an approx. 3 x 14 duct, or approx. 42 sq. in. So if your present grill is larger than 6" x 7" you will not develop adequate air flow.
AS AN ALTERNATIVE, if you can relocate the return air into the floor of a closet and ventilate the closet door (this will necessitate raising the closet floor), you may be able to develop adequate return air. A good mechanical contractor may also be able to build out a chase on the opposite side of the wall, and/or cut out a stud in a non-weight bearing wall to achieve the desired results.
2008-06-18 12:41:55
AS AN ALTERNATIVE, if you can relocate the return air into the floor of a closet and ventilate the closet door (this will necessitate raising the closet floor), you may be able to develop adequate return air. A good mechanical contractor may also be able to build out a chase on the opposite side of the wall, and/or cut out a stud in a non-weight bearing wall to achieve the desired results.
2008-06-18 12:41:55
Ronald P: You can relocate it but it will involve a lot work and running additional duct work. You could lower it to be flush with floor. This would be your best option.
2008-06-18 13:36:28
2008-06-18 13:36:28