{"id":908,"date":"2019-11-30T09:20:14","date_gmt":"2019-11-30T09:20:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/appliancerepairsmd.com\/blog\/?p=908"},"modified":"2019-12-01T09:27:02","modified_gmt":"2019-12-01T09:27:02","slug":"hvac-companies-6-tricks-to-having-an-energy-efficient-furnace","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.appliancerepairsmd.com\/blog\/hvac-companies-6-tricks-to-having-an-energy-efficient-furnace\/","title":{"rendered":"HVAC Companies: 6 Tricks To Having An Energy Efficient Furnace"},"content":{"rendered":"

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The leaves are changing color, and that latte isn\u2019t enough to stave off the morning cold. It’s winter and as a homeowner, it\u2019s your responsibility to keep the house warm, comfortable, and energy-efficient throughout the winter season.<\/p>\n

Luckily, there are several things you can do to make it possible. Here are some of these things as given by HVAC companies<\/strong><\/a>:<\/p>\n

Do have a programmable thermostat<\/h1>\n

Using a programmable thermostat, you can preset temperatures for different times of the day. Set higher temperatures when you are in the house and lower temperatures when you aren\u2019t at home.<\/p>\n

According to HVAC experts<\/strong>, proper use of programmable thermostats will see you saving up to 20% of your heating bills. Heartwarming, isn\u2019t it?<\/p>\n

Other programmable thermostats allow you to set up to four temperatures settings\u2014morning, day, evening, and overnight. If you have the budget, you should even go for high-end models that understand that you have different temperature needs for different days of the week. These allow you to program the thermostat for up to five days.<\/p>\n

If you don\u2019t already have a programmable thermostat, get one from your local store. You can also order online. When buying the thermostat, ensure it\u2019s of high quality. It also should have a high energy rating.<\/p>\n

Regularly inspect the air filters<\/h2>\n

Furnaces have air filters behind the vent grill. Since the furnace is working too hard during the heating season, it\u2019s common for the air filters to get dirty.<\/p>\n

Inspect the filters for any dirt and, if present, replace them. If your HVAC system has a permanent electrostatic filter, wash and reuse it.<\/p>\n

Regular inspection and cleaning of air filters<\/strong> <\/a>not only prevents the furnace from working too hard, but it also prolongs its life.<\/p>\n

As you are inspecting and replacing the air filters, also change the humidifier. You also should set the humidistat if your system has it.<\/p>\n

Cover the AC condenser<\/h2>\n

To protect the furnace from falling icicles, you should cover it. One of the best and cheapest items you can use for protection is a large trash can lid. Remember to secure the lid with bungee cords. If you don\u2019t have the trash can, use a board to cover the fan.<\/p>\n

You shouldn\u2019t wrap the condenser with a plastic tarp as it will trap the moisture inside. This makes the unit work too hard, which drives up your energy bill.<\/p>\n

Clean the heat exchanger<\/h3>\n

At least once during the heating season, ask an experienced furnace technician<\/strong> to clean the heat exchanger. During the cleaning, the technician should also inspect the unit for cracks that can lead to dangerous carbon monoxide poisoning.<\/p>\n

Use the ceiling fans<\/h3>\n

If you are like other homeowners, you use the ceiling fan to cool the house. Due to this, it might sound absurd to use the fans to heat the house.<\/p>\n

Moving the fan blades in the reverse direction warms up the air down near the floor. The fans are more effective in rooms with high ceilings.<\/p>\n

All you need to do is to set the fan to the slowest speed, and you will warm up your house at a meager price.<\/p>\n

Properly use the space heater<\/h4>\n

The space heater saves you a lot of money as you don\u2019t have to heat the entire house. While this is the case, you should be cautious about how you use it. As a rule of thumb, don\u2019t use more than one heater in a room.<\/p>\n

According to furnace repair services Long Island<\/strong><\/a>, you should never leave the furnace unattended. You also shouldn\u2019t put the heater near furniture or drapes as it can easily catch fire.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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