As a society we’ve been paying a lot more attention to how we effect our environment. As a result of this more and more people are “going green”. There are many things you can do in your own home to reduce your carbon foot print. One big thing that most people probably don’t consider is making your HVAC system green and energy efficient.
At Gelinas HVAC it is one of their top priorities to be trained and certifies on the latest HVAC technology in efficiency. Not only will making your HVAC system energy efficient help our environment it will also keep the dough in your wallet where it belongs.
Here are tips on how to make your HVAC system a green HVAC unit!
- Programmable Thermostats
- You can save as much as 10% per year on heating and cooling simply by utilizing a programmable thermostat to manage your settings!
- Ducts & Water Pipes
- Properly sealed, insulated and well-placed ducts and water pipes have a big impact on energy bills.
- Controlling Humidity & Ventilation
- Sealing Air Leaks
- The average Maine home is estimated to have air leaks equivalent to the size of a large window!
- Maintain Your HVAC Systems
- Replace the filter in your furnace every month or so during high-use months goes a long way in the equipment’s efficiency, improving efficiency and energy consumption by 50%.