Energy Efficiency Tips for Homeowners
The temperature of your home fluctuates as seasons change, making it difficult to maintain a comfortable environment without putting a strain on your air conditioning system and therefore your energy bills. This home energy efficiency guide includes some energy-saving HVAC tips that will help you to reduce costs through efficient use of your AC or HVAC system.
Programme Your AC Unit
Most modern air conditioning or HVAC systems have a programmable thermostat, enabling you to change the temperature, switch between heating and cooling, and set times for the unit to turn on and off. Smart controls can help provide efficient cooling for homes by allowing you to make changes remotely or use energy-saving settings.
Use these controls to minimise wasted energy, for example, only turning on the AC unit at a certain time and switching it off when you’re not at home. Plus, increasing your regular cooling temperature by just 1 degree can save you up to 3% on your energy bills!
Regulate the Temperature
It might seem obvious, but making changes as simple as keeping your blinds or curtains closed during the hottest part of the day can help to reduce the workload for your AC system. Opening your windows will let warm air rush in, so only open them partially to minimise the heat whilst still allowing airflow.
On the other hand, in the colder months, you should open your blinds and keep doors and windows closed to let the house get warmer naturally and reduce the energy consumption of the HVAC system.
Conduct Regular Maintenance
Regularly cleaning the air filter on your AC system with a dry cloth can help to stop it becoming clogged with dust and dirt. It should be replaced about every 6 months, or more frequently if you have pets. A clogged filter will restrict the airflow, making your AC system work harder and run for longer, but a clean or new filter will lower AC energy consumption and increase efficiency.
If you notice that something’s wrong with your AC system, such as unusual noises or smells, dampness, or technical errors, ask a professional like Norton Air Conditioning Ltd for help with air conditioning maintenance.
We hope these energy-saving HVAC tips will help you to optimise your air conditioning usage and reduce your energy bills. If you have any questions or would like further advice on how to lower AC energy consumption, please get in touch.
