When you think about the cost of utilities at your home, you probably know that the most expensive part is heating and cooling. If your HVAC system isn’t running efficiently, you’ll end up spending a lot more than you have to on these bills. Here in the Hahnville, Louisiana, area, you can save money by making sure that your system is as efficient as possible.
Clean Out the Ducts
Having the ducts cleaned regularly is an easy and cost-effective way to improve efficiency. Dust and dirt particles move through the system up to seven times per hour, and filters can only do so much. Over time, dust will accumulate in the ducts, which makes it harder for air to move freely, leading to inefficiency. Regular cleaning of the ducts by a professional technician will eliminate this issue.
Check the Condenser Unit
The outdoor air conditioning unit, called the condenser, may run less efficiently if it’s overloaded with leaves, branches, and other debris. It’s hard to keep these natural items away from the condenser, but you can take some basic steps to keep it clean. Use a vacuum to remove smaller bits of debris and sweep around it regularly to keep leaves from getting up inside of it.
Avoid Blocking the Vents
Many homeowners put furniture, toys, blinds, and other household items in front of the vents without realizing that this can decrease efficiency. Indoor supply vents allow air to move through the system, but if something is blocking that vent, you’ll notice that the cost of heating and cooling bills will increase.
Keep Blinds and Curtains Closed
You can also help improve efficiency and decrease the cost of cooling your home by keeping the blinds and curtains closed during the day. During the hottest part of the afternoon, the sun’s warm rays tend to increase the temperature inside. But keeping the windows covered decreases how much sun can come in, so your air conditioner won’t have to run as often to keep up.
To schedule a duct cleaning or other service to improve the efficiency of your HVAC system, contact us at Bryans United Air Conditioning at 504-208-2071.
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