The Top 8 New Years Resolutions For Your HVAC Unit
A new year brings new opportunity. You have twelve months to start making (and achieving) goals! While you’re making New Year’s Resolutions, consider adding “be a better owner of HVAC systems” to the list! Here are the top 8 New Year’s Resolutions you should have for your HVAC unit.
1. Change Your Filters Regularly
Changing your filters regularly is one of the easiest yet most effective things you can do for your HVAC unit. While it’s a small task to accomplish, it has a big impact. Air filters prevent dust, dirt, and other particles from entering the heating and cooling system while also keeping it clean and preventing breakdowns. However, if dirt and debris gets clogged in your filter, it can obstruct air flow. Not only does this increase the workload of your HVAC unit, but it can also hurt your indoor air quality.
2. Schedule Preventative Maintenance Once a Year
Maintaining and servicing your heating and cooling system on an annual basis has several benefits, including:
- Improving your indoor air quality
- Enhancing the performance of your unit
- Increasing the lifespan of your unit
- Lowering your energy bills
3. Upgrade Your Thermostat
Are you still using an old thermostat? Consider upgrading this year! Using an outdated thermostat can be contributing to your high energy bills. Here are some reasons why switching to a smart thermostat is the smart choice.
- You can adjust your home’s temperature remotely
- Improves your indoor air quality
- Saves you money on power bills
- Enhances your comfort at home
- Saves you time and boosts convenience
- Increases home energy-efficiency and HVAC lifespan
4. Have Your Ducts Cleaned
Depending on the activity in your home, you should think about having your ducts cleaned every 3-5 years. Your home is full of circulating particles, such as dust, pollen and pet dander. When your HVAC system draws air, it pulls in these particles, which can build up inside your ducts. Not only can this contribute to poor indoor air quality, but it can also reduce air flow and make your system work harder than it needs to. To improve the efficiency of your unit and air quality inside your home, consider having your air ducts cleaned this year!
5. Upgrade Your HVAC Unit
If your current HVAC unit is more than 10 years old, consider replacing it with a more modern and energy-efficient unit. The older a system is, the more maintenance it requires and the high the risk of requiring frequent HVAC repairs. Consider upgrading to start saving money this year!
6. Add Zoning
By adding zoning to your system, you don’t ever have to heat and/or cool unoccupied areas of your home. Instead, you have the ability to set a different temperature for each zone and each room. There are three main reasons why adding zoning is a good New Year’s Resolution to have, including:
- Energy Savings
- Better Comfort
- Increases Home Value
7. Improve Your Indoor Air Quality
While changing the air filters and scheduling duct cleaning are two ways to improve your indoor air quality, there are many other things you can do, as well. Improve your indoor air quality this year by:
- Use cooking vents whenever you’re cooking
- Keep your rugs and carpets clean
- Control the humidity in your home
- Buy indoor plants to freshen the air
- Invest in an air purifier
- Use bathroom fans when showering/bathing
8. Adjust Your Thermostat With the Seasons
According to the U.S. Department of Energy, you can save energy in the winter by setting the thermostat to around 68 degrees while you’re awake and setting it even lower when you’re either asleep or away from home. In the summer, you can follow the same strategy by keeping your house warmer than normal while you’re away.
Contact Acree Plumbing, Air & Electric Today For All Your HVAC Needs in Tampa Bay, FL and Surrounding Areas!
Acree is here for all your heating and cooling needs this year. Our team of professionals are always here and ready to assist you. Contact us today at (813) 530-9061 or fill out our online form here so a team member can be in touch with you soon.
