Spring has shown itself on the calendar, but that doesn’t mean we won’t have unexpected cold days. It’s never the wrong time of year to take note of your furnace efficiency. There are some simple things that can be done to fully realize the perks of your furnace’s efficiency and increase the life of your system.
- Switch Your Furnace Filter
Swapping your furnace filter seems to always appear on these lists because it’s so crucial. Energy Star suggests switching your filter every month. The frequency in which you exchange your filter will depend on your filter type and your system. Some filters last much longer. Look at your filters every month and get a sense of how often your filters need switched out. A clean filter will keep air flowing freely in your home which will not only increase your air quality, but also helps your system run more efficiently. Dust and build-up in your system will cause your system to work harder and could lead to a shorter lifecycle for your system. - Ensure Your Ducts Are Sealed Properly
Ducts distribute air throughout your home and if they have any leaks, holes or poor connections, you could have a lot of energy being wasted. Not only that, but they may be making your home less comfortable. If you are not positive that your ducts are sealed well, we can help. - Add a Programmable Thermostat
A programmable thermostat can decrease 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 not home? There are several different models of programmable thermostats pick from, so pick the one that best meets your lifestyle needs. - Arrange Your Annual Tune-Up
When your furnace isn’t having any issues it’s easy to forget that it benefits from an annual tune-up and maintenance check. Annual furnace tune-ups keep your furnace running efficiently and could 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 using multiple programmable thermostats. This will not only keep you more comfortable, but also save you on energy expenses.
Heating and cooling accounts for half of the energy used in your home. Together we can work to make sure your heating and cooling system is operating at top efficiency. If you haven’t set up your furnace service for the year or have any questions regarding your home comfort system, give us a call at 530-885-8081.