Did you know that 45-50% of your utility bills go towards your heating and cooling? That’s right, your HVAC system accounts for more energy use than any other system in your home. And because of this, it is important to properly maintain your HVAC equipment. This will not only ensure that your system is running as efficiently as possible, but should also save you money in the process.
Additional Home Energy Efficiency Tips
- Home Energy Audit: Before you do anything else, it is important to evaluate your home’s energy efficiency (or lack thereof). This takes into consideration much more than just your heating and cooling systems, and will give you a benchmark from which to make decisions and measure your energy saving progress.
- Make sure your Air Conditioner is the Right Size: Check specifications carefully when choosing the right air conditioner for your space. And remember, bigger is not always better.
- Use your HVAC System as Needed: When you can, use fans. This will help cool your home without having to rely on your air conditioner. Of course, this is only a useful solution when the outdoor air is cooler than the indoor air.
- Thermostat Control: Maintaining a minimum difference between indoor and outdoor temperatures can help lower your overall cooling bill.
- Shade Air Conditioning Units: A unit operating in the shade uses up to 10% less electricity than one operating in the sun.
- Use your Curtains: Blocking the sun’s rays will help keep your home just that much cooler.
- Programmable Thermostat: A programmable thermostat allows you to program the temperature settings inside your home. Turn your air conditioner off when you are at work and have it start back up 15 minutes before you return home. You will never notice a difference, but your wallet sure will.
- HVAC System Maintenance: Did you know regular maintenance of your heating and cooling equipment can help you avoid costly replacements and repairs, and can reduce your energy bills? Protect your investment and guard against future repairs with our HVAC system inspection specials: Fall System Inspection or Spring System Inspection.
If you want to learn more about Energy Savings Tips, or wish to schedule a service call, please contact Clean Air Heating and Air Conditioning Co., Inc. by calling 1-866-934-6782 or click here today!
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