Are you looking for ways to reduce your energy bills? Most people are, but few people truly understand just how easy it is to make the choices that can cut down their energy use – and therefore slash their energy costs. Here are some insider tips from HVAC maintenance service providers on how to get smaller bills and more clean, comfortable air in your home:
Make Sure Your System isn’t Pulling Double Duty
If you have a large HVAC system, you may have a silent but costly problem. When a system pulls in too much outside air for circulation, it can cause overcooling in the winter or overheat in the summer. When this happens, your system may then circulate cool air into itself to offset the problem, or warm air to defrost itself. While this maintains your temperature and you may never notice a change indoors, this double duty work that your system is doing can drive your energy costs through the roof! Have your HVAC professional check your system out for this error and address it, either by downsizing equipment or correcting the overuse of outside air by your unit.
Get Efficient with Your Thermostat
Does your thermostat work properly? A thermostat that isn’t pulling its weight can mess up your entire heating and cooling system – and cost you a lot of extra money every month. Think of it this way: your thermostat is the brain of your system. If a brain is sending the wrong signals, the body of the system won’t work properly. Unlike real brains, though, your thermostat can be replaced with an energy-efficient programmable model!
Have your Seattle HVAC maintenance service provider help you choose the right thermostat for your home. Whether you want something super high-tech or streamlined and simple, your HVAC provider can help you find the right unit for you.
