Everyone knows that saving energy also means saving money on your monthly utility bill, but have you optimized your HVAC system yet? Your home comfort system has a serious impact on your energy bill, and an inefficient system can seriously cost homeowners. Warner Service wants to help you save money and stay comfortable this year by helping you optimize your home comfort system.
Use a Programmable Thermostat
A programmable thermostat is one of the easiest ways to increase your HVAC system's efficiency. Programmable thermostats allow you to control the temperature of your home according to a timed schedule, so that you can schedule when your home is heated or cooled without touching the thermostat each time. This functionality can be very effective by lowering the temperature of your home during your regular work hours and raising it before you arrive back home. That way, you won't be wasting energy and you won't notice a difference in comfort!
Optimize Your Home
Imagine trying to blow up a balloon with a small hole in it. The balloon grows for a short period of time, but to keep it filled it constantly needs new air. Heating an inefficient home works in a similar way. Even the most efficient HVAC systems can't heat or cool a home that has air leak issues. To resolve this, have a home energy audit performed on your home. A home energy audit will reveal all the little inefficiencies in your home so that you can address them. When a home is optimized, it keeps the treated air inside and means your home comfort system doesn't need to work unnecessarily hard.
Consider Upgrading Your Equipment
Warner Service knows that a HVAC unit is a huge investment, but when units reach a certain age the repair and operating costs are uneconomical. After 10-15 years, not only will a unit have been worn due to use, but technology also will have improved. An excellent example of this are new energy-efficient furnaces and water heaters. These models eliminate exhaust fumes more efficiently and safely than traditional models, saving energy and money. HVAC system that has been installed within the past few years is likely fine to use, as long as it is maintained regularly.
Be Smart About Your Winter Heat Sources
Sure, fireplaces are picturesque, but they are one of the most inefficient ways to heat your home. Fireplaces draw more heat out of your home than they create, with heated air leaking through dampers and out through your chimney. Wood stoves can be a better alternative as they can be sealed to keep air in when not in use.
Don't Fall For HVAC Myths
There is a lot of misinformation out there about saving money on your energy bill. To get the most out of your HVAC system, be sure to monitor your energy bill in relation to your efficiency tweaks to see if they have been effective.
If you need extra help maximizing the efficiency of your HVAC system, contact Warner Service. One of our qualified technicians will look at your home setup and give you suggestions about how to get the most out of your home comfort system.
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