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Energy Saving Tips

 

- COOLING -

  • Upgrade to a high-efficiency air conditioner - Swapping your old, inefficient air conditioning system for a high-efficient one can cut electricity bills by one-third. Look for Energy Star rated units. Consult one of our professional technicians to ensure your system is the right size for your home, and you aren't over- or under-cooling for your space needs.
  • Change your air filter on a regular basis - Dirty air filters reduce the amount of air flowing through a system and make the furnace work harder to maintain the temperature. How often you change the filter depends on the type of filter you use, if you have pets, and the size of your equipment. Please give us a call and we can give you proper guidance.
  • Turn up the temperature - To save electricity during the summer, set the temperature above 75°. Every degree below this can add up to an additional 10% to your electricity bill.
  • Install ceiling fans - Change the direction of airflow on your ceiling fans. In the summer, the blades should operate in a counter-clockwise direction as a way of creating a nice, gentle wind.
  • Have an annual maintenance performed - Having an annual maintenance performed on your air conditioner by a licensed technician will help ensure it operates at its peak efficiency and catches any potential breakdowns before they occur.
  • Don't block vents in well-used rooms - Keep your supply and return air vents free of objects like blinds, carpets or furniture so your air conditioner can operate efficiently and there is even cool air distribution.
  • Close vents in less-used rooms - By closing the vents, you won't be spending money cooling rooms that are used less.

- HEATING -

  • Upgrade to a high-efficiency furnace - New high-efficiency furnaces use up to 50% less fuel than an older system. It can save you up to 25% of your home-heating costs in one year, and within a few years, you'll have recovered the initial cost of replacing/upgrading your furnace. Choosing a model with an energy efficient motor can save 20% to 50% of the energy needed to continuously operate a fan motor. Look for Energy Star rated units. Let us show you the advantages of replacing your old furnace today.
  • Have an annual maintenance performed - Having an annual maintenance performed on your furnace by a licensed technician will help ensure it operates at its peak efficiency and catches any potential breakdowns before they occur.
  • Change your air filter on a regular basis - Dirty air filters reduce the amount of air flowing through a system and make the furnace work harder to maintain the temperature. How often you change the filter depends on the type of filter you use, if you have pets, and the size of your equipment. Please give us a call and we can give you proper guidance.
  • Install a programmable thermostat - A programmable thermostat enables you to control your home's temperature when you're away or asleep. For every 1 degree you lower your thermostat, you save 10% on your heating bill.
  • Don't block vents in well-used rooms - Keep your supply and return air vents free of objects like blinds, carpets or furniture so your furnace can operate efficiently and there is even heat distribution.
  • Close vents in less-used rooms - By closing the vents, you won't be spending money heating rooms that are used less.
  • Install ceiling fans - Change the direction of airflow on your ceiling fans. In the winter, the blades should operate in a clockwise direction helping to push the warm air from the ceiling down into the room.