Sustaining HVAC Efficiency Through the Summer

The hot summers in the Southeastern US make heating, ventilation and air conditioning equipment work hard to keep you cool and comfortable. High temperatures and humidity can affect how much energy a system uses. Our HVAC experts can help you increase efficiency without loss of comfort and keep your system performing during summer weather.

Schedule a Tune-Up

According to the Department of Energy, keeping filters clean can lower the amount of energy an air conditioner uses by as much as 15%. Clean coils maximize heat transfer, which reduces wear and tear on the compressor. Optimizing the performance of your air conditioner results in using less energy, which saves money and helps the environment.

Seal Ducts

If your energy bills are high or you find it difficult to maintain comfort, leaking ducts may be the problem. Poorly sealed ducts can lose between 20% and 30% of the conditioned air moving through them, which makes your air conditioner work harder. Sealing ducts prevents air loss through ducts and improves energy efficiency.

Adjust Temperature Settings

Adjusting temperature settings can also save energy without loss of comfort. Energy Star recommends setting indoor summer temperatures higher during the night and when you are away and keeping daytime temperatures between 72 and 78 degrees F. Programmable thermostats let you set temperatures for days of the week and times of the day. You can reduce energy costs between 1% and 3% for each degree you raise the thermostat temperature during the hot summer months.

Contact One Of Our HVAC Experts

The expert professionals on our site understand all types of HVAC system. They understand how the climate affects indoor comfort and how to optimize equipment to deliver results and save energy.

For more information about energy-efficient cooling solutions, use our dealer locator on this website to find the HVAC expert closest to you.