With the cost of energy rising 3% every year on average, doesn't it make sense to reduce long-term consumption without sacrificing your lifestyle? Want to save money on your electric bill and at the same time help the environment?
Using energy efficient products can help the efficiency of your existing equipment which not only saves you money year in and year out, but also prolongs the life of the most expensive household component, your heating and air conditioning system. Below are some of the energy saving tips we recommend because of their quick return on investment and long-term energy savings.
Maintain Your HVAC System - You can ensure your system operates at peak performance by scheduling semi-annual maintenance checks. An annual inspection of your cooling system may extend the life of your equipment and save you money by lowering your energy bills. Poorly maintained air conditioners can waste a tremendous amount of energy. "National statistics show that over 70% of all air conditioning and compressor outages could be avoided if the equipment was regularly checked, adjusted, calibrated, and maintained by qualified technicians.
Compressor Saver - Your air conditioner uses anywhere from 5 to 10 times more power on start-up than it does while running. With this burst of power comes a surge of heat that accompanies the electrical current. This heat damages the compressor, the terminals, the windings and run capacitor – all vital components of your air conditioner. The 5-2-1 Compressor Saver protects these components by significantly reducing the amount of time it takes for your compressor to start – in some cases up to 50%. This means your air conditioner and compressor will bear ½ the stress, strain and heat each and every time it starts. Considering that your air conditioner may start up more than 6,000 times in a single cooling season,the positive impact that the 5-2-1 Compressor Saver has on your air conditioner is significant.
- Zoning - A zoning system can drastically lower your heating and cooling costs. With zoning, you no longer have to pay to heat or cool areas of your home that are rarely used
- Smart Thermostats - A big energy savings. According to the Department of Energy, a programmable thermostat can reduce your heating costs by up to 35% and cooling costs by up to 25%.
