Spring has showed up on the calendar, but that doesn’t mean we won’t have unforeseen cold days. It’s never the wrong time of year to take notice of your furnace efficiency. There are some easy things that can be done to fully receive the bonuses of your furnace’s efficiency and increase the lifecycle of your system.
- Change Your Furnace Filter
Changing your furnace filter seems to always pop up on these lists because it’s so essential. Energy Star suggests swapping your filter every month. The frequency in which you swap out your filter will depend on your filter type and your system. Some filters last more than others. Check your filters every month and get a sense of how often your filters need changed out. A clean filter will keep air flowing freely in your home which will not only improve your air quality, but also helps your system work more efficiently. Dust and build-up in your system will cause your system to work harder and might lead to a shorter lifetime for your system. - Make Sure Your Ducts Are Sealed Properly
Ducts distribute air throughout your home and if they have any leaks, holes or poor connections, you can have a lot of energy being wasted. Not only that, but they may be making your home less comfortable. If you are unsure your ducts are sealed well, we can help. - Utilize a Programmable Thermostat
A programmable thermostat can lessen your heating costs as well as your cooling costs. Heating and cooling your home while you’re away is wasteful, so why pay to keep your home comfortable when you’re away? There are a few different models of programmable thermostats pick from, so pick the one that best adapts to your lifestyle needs. - Arrange Your Annual Tune-Up
When your furnace isn’t having any problems it’s easy to forget that it benefits from an annual tune-up and maintenance check. Annual furnace tune-ups keep your furnace operating efficiently and might extend the lifecycle of your system. - Zoned Heating and Cooling
A zoned heating and cooling system provides you individual control over different zones of your home utilizing multiple programmable thermostats. This will not only keep you more comfortable, but also save you money.
Heating and cooling accounts for half of the energy used in your home. Together we can work to be sure your heating and cooling system is operating at peak efficiency. If you haven’t set up your furnace service for the year or have any questions about your home comfort system, give us a call at 724-425-5852.