One Cold Room!

[Tom]

Tammy, Im afraid if you currently have the standard metal MH windows it would actually save you money in the long run to replace them with double paned vinyl windows. I know money is a problem, but by buying the storm windows you actually would be wasting money as the metal windows are not every energy efficient at all. Tom

[Nick]

Just adding a boost to the register, doesn't repair the problem. The supply duct may not be sealed properly. Youy also may have a problem with air infiltration. You need to contact the home manufacturer and advise them of the problem. Do not let them stand behind the warranty. If they do, ask them "How long should my heat ducts last?" The HUD Code is a performance code and if your heat ducts are not performing as intended, it is a manufacturing defect, they are required to repair it if it was introduced during the manufacturing process.

The low air coming out of the register is only a symptom of the problem.

[Tom]

Nick, in principle your correct. In reality, its not that easy to convince a manufacturer they produce a defective product. In fact its almost impossible unless you can prove it doesnt meet HUD code. Tom

[Nick]

If the problem of the register is reported to the manufacturer, they are required under federal law to investigate the problem and determine, the source of the problem and if the problem was introduced into more than one home. It is possible, however, that the register is fine, however, the expectations of the homeowner exceed the HUD Code.
A defect is any part of the home that is not operating as it was intended to. If the register is not working as intended, it's defective, manufacturer is reponsible.

Tom I agree, many manufacturers tend to stand behind warranties and do not fulfill their reponsbilities under the regulations.

[RJ]

Would this apply to original home owners only?