Home A/C Repair Service
Posted on: 7 Nov 2013
You may not be able to control the weather conditions or the energy costs but one thing you can control is your energy use. By simply making a few changes to your daily routine, you can significantly reduce your energy costs. Controlling energy costs and keeping your home comfortable can be done by following these simple home energy tips and air conditioning maintenance.
- Install Energy Star Qualified heating and cooling equipment This is a key factor in controlling energy costs. If your system is over ten years old then it is possible it is not performing efficiently.
- Change your filter regularly. It is especially important during the months when your system is used more such as winter and summer. Check your filter often, weekly is best. Change it often, every three months is ideal.
- Get your system tuned up annually. Having your system tuned up once a year can improve its overall efficiency.
- If your system is not working efficiently than leaks could be the source of your problem. Make sure heating and cooling ducts are sealed. Use black backed tape of duct sealant and seal all the connections and seams.
- Make sure your system ducts are properly insulated. Wrapping the ducts in insulation will keep them from getting hot in the summer or cold in the winter. This will make them work more effectively.
- Install a programmable thermostat. A programmable thermostat is keeps your system in check and is ideal to keep temperatures level when no one is at home. Turn your thermostat to a conservative temperature, especially during the hours you are not at home.
- Improper installation can raise your utility bill and shorten the life of your system. It is important to make sure your equipment is properly installed. Having a new system is a great start to saving costs but you must be sure everything is installed properly.
SoBelles Home Services cares about your comfort and happiness. We are experts when it comes to servicing your heating and cooling systems. For more expert advice about keeping energy costs down and for any of your Home A/C Repair Service needs, contact us today.
SoBellas Home Services 800-617-6235
