Things You Should and Shouldn’t Do if You Want to Save Energy

When it comes to home comfort, there are a few things on which all homeowners in Las Vegas, NV, focus. They want to feel cool in the summer and warm in the winter, and they want to breathe healthy indoor air quality. But how do you achieve those indoor comfort goals without consuming a lot of energy and spending a lot of money? In this guide, we’ll cover some of the things you should and shouldn’t do to save energy, money and the environment.

Do: Join Our Air Care Maintenance Club

Remembering to schedule maintenance every cooling and heating season isn’t easy when you have a million other things to worry about. Instead of relying on your memory, join our maintenance club and we’ll remember for you.

The primary benefits of scheduling regular HVAC maintenance include lower energy bills, fewer breakdowns and longer system lifespan. But homeowners in Las Vegas, NV, who join our Air Care Maintenance Club also enjoy:

• Two tuneup visits per year.
• Priority service.
• No diagnostic fee.
• 15% off repairs.
• 15% off duct cleaning.
• Free energy efficiency inspection per year.
• Free duct health inspection per year.
• Special pricing on new equipment.
• Free filter replacement 2x per year (standard filters only).

Do: Upgrade to a Smart Thermostat

Are you still using a manual thermostat for indoor climate control? It’s hard to save energy with this antiquated HVAC technology unless you monitor and adjust it 24/7. Smart thermostats do the hard work for you, either using your pre-programmed settings or learning your habits and adjusting automatically. They offer other energy-saving features like remote access, energy usage reports and important alerts like maintenance reminders. You’ll save energy instantly.

Do: Consider a Multi-Zone Ductless System

If you have a traditional HVAC system, you waste energy heating and cooling empty rooms to enjoy comfortable conditions in the ones you’re using. With a multi-zone ductless HVAC system, you can create several temperature zones within your home. Each will have its own thermostat to allow you to customize your comfort and save energy. What’s more, you’ll save even more money by not scheduling duct cleaning and duct sealing services.

Don’t: Lower the Thermostat Drastically for Faster Cooling

Some homeowners think cranking down their thermostat will make their air conditioner work harder and cool the home faster. That’s a myth that leads to unnecessary strain that leads to higher cooling bills and more frequent breakdowns.

Don’t: Forget to Change the HVAC Filter

Changing the filter in your HVAC system is the easiest way you can save energy. It’ll also help to maintain good indoor air quality. A clogged filter allows particles to collect in the HVAC system and recirculate in your indoor air supply. During the peak cooling and heating seasons, you should change your filter every month.

Don’t: Ignore Your HVAC System When It Wants Your Attention

Your HVAC system will alert you when something is wrong. Most malfunctions result in wasted energy and discomfort. The sooner you notice and take action, the lower your risk of higher energy bills and costly breakdowns. Banging, grinding and squealing all signal something is amiss. If you feel hot and cold spots around your home, that’s also a sign that your HVAC system isn’t working as it should. Contact an HVAC contractor to resolve the problem and save energy.

Do you want to save energy, money and the environment without compromising your indoor comfort? It’s easy with the HVAC contractor on your side. Contact Super Service Cooling & Heating today to learn about how the HVAC systems and services we provide to help you maximize energy efficiency and comfort. We look forward to helping you achieve all your energy-saving goals in the coming seasons.

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