Your HVAC system accounts for about half of the energy usage in your home, according to the U.S. Department of Energy. So, you need to look for ways to keep your system in Clarkrange, TN, working optimally. Here are five ways to help improve the efficiency of your HVAC system.
1. Insulate Your Home Appropriately
Insulation prevents air leaks, allowing efficient airflow circulation and reducing energy losses. In addition, holes and cracks in your system slow the transfer of heat and can prevent moisture exchange. These temperature losses then encourage you to use extreme thermostat settings that can lead to short cycles.
2. Determine the Thermostat Location
The thermostat controls your home’s temperature. The wrong location of your thermostat, such as next to appliances, could result in false readings. The incorrect information passes to your HVAC system, making the air conditioner overperform.
3. Schedule Regular Maintenance
During HVAC maintenance, the technician will check to see if there is proper refrigeration, clean dirty parts, calibrate the system and do repairs if necessary. Regular inspections allow the technician to show you how to properly handle and care for your system. Additionally, proper maintenance helps your system to last longer.
4. Use Ceiling Fans Properly
Installing ceiling fans helps to create a cooling effect. The circulating air pushed from the fans creates a breeze you can appreciate in summer.
Using a ceiling fan allows you to lower the temperature in your room without interfering with your thermostat and personal comfort. Your HVAC system won’t overwork. Instead, it will run efficiently and longer.
5. Do Home Chores at Night
In summer, your home is cooler at night than during the day. Therefore, washing your laundry and dishes at night will avoid generating extra heat from your appliances. This helps reduce the energy required by the HVAC to operate.
An efficient HVAC system lets you enjoy the benefits that come with a prolonged system life. Contact us today at Action Heating & Cooling, Inc. for expert air conditioning services to keep you cool this summer.
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