Simple Tips for Redirecting Your Air Vents Properly

The free flow of air out of your air supply vents and return grilles is essential to your home’s comfort and your HVAC system’s efficiency. In this article, Stone Heating and Air, the top commercial and residential heating repair company in our local area, explains how aiming and redirecting your air vents can help improve your HVAC system’s efficiency.

Remember How Air Flows

Hot air rises and cold air falls, so vent direction matters. Properly redirecting your air vents helps eliminate hot and cold spots and reduces strain on your system.

1. Summer: if vents are near the floor, angle louvers upward to move cool air toward the ceiling and mix the room evenly.
2. Winter: if vents are near the ceiling, point them downward so warm air reaches living areas faster and holds temperature longer.
3. Expertise: Stone Heating & Air technicians assess room layout, ceiling height, and vent placement during seasonal tune-ups to balance airflow and verify that vents and returns work together efficiently.

Think Carefully Before Closing Air Vents

Some people close the vents in rooms that they don’t use often. Yet, closing vents in unused rooms can disrupt designed airflow and increase static pressure, which may reduce efficiency and prematurely wear HVAC components.

1. Higher pressure can push air through weak duct joints, causing leaks and comfort loss.
2. Blower motors may work harder, increasing energy use and shortening equipment life.
3. Stone Heating & Air measures system static pressure, inspects duct integrity, and adjusts dampers so every vent supports overall performance.

As one of our area’s top HVAC maintenance companies, we can help you determine if closing air vents is the right choice for your home.

Consider the Layout & Furniture of a Room When Adjusting the Air Vents

Even perfectly positioned vents underperform when airflow is blocked. Redirecting your air vents only works if the air can move freely. When airflow is obstructed, the majority of heating and cooling is lost.

1. Keep at least 12 inches of open space in front of supply vents and return grilles.
2. In rooms with vents near doors or windows, aim airflow away from openings to prevent conditioned air from escaping.
3. During maintenance, Stone Heating & Air checks for rug, curtain, and furniture obstructions, verifies tight vent covers, and confirms ducts deliver air to living spaces rather than walls or crawl spaces.

Experience Year-Round Comfort with the Stone Comfort Membership Club

Keeping your home comfortable throughout the seasons takes more than just redirecting your air vents — it requires consistent care for your entire HVAC system. That’s why Stone Heating & Air created the Stone Comfort Membership Club, a maintenance program designed to help homeowners enjoy peace of mind, lower energy costs, and longer-lasting equipment.

As a member, you’ll receive scheduled maintenance visits from our certified professionals, who know your system inside and out. We carefully inspect, clean, and test your equipment to ensure everything runs smoothly — from your thermostat and ductwork to your vent direction and air balance. Our technicians make sure your air vents redirect airflow appropriately for the season, maximizing both comfort and efficiency.

Members also enjoy exclusive benefits such as:

• Priority Service – Jump to the front of the line during peak heating and cooling seasons.
• Routine Tune-Ups – Keep your HVAC system running efficiently all year with professional inspections and cleanings.
• Discounted Repairs – Save money on parts and labor whenever you need service.
• Peace of Mind – Prevent costly breakdowns and unexpected repairs with proactive system care.

Joining the Stone Comfort Membership Club means your home will always be ready for whatever weather Oregon brings. You’ll have the confidence of knowing your HVAC system is maintained by local experts who care about your comfort and the performance of your equipment.

Keep your home comfortable all year long — call (541) 855-5521 or visit Stone Heating & Air’s Stone Comfort Membership Club page to learn more and sign up today.