3 Ways You Can Reduce Wear And Tear On Your HVAC System

As a homeowner, you likely rely on your HVAC system to keep you comfortable throughout the year while spending time indoors. Scheduling regular maintenance sessions with your HVAC technician is an effective way to ensure proper functioning throughout the year, but there are a few things you can do at home to further reduce wear and tear as well as save some money on energy costs as time goes on. Consider using one or more of the following options:

Seal Your Window Up

Unsealed windows that leak air will likely make your air conditioner and heater work harder throughout the year, which can significantly increase your monthly energy expenses. Unsealed windows may also decrease your ability to control indoor humidity as well as allow unwanted pollen and pests into your home. Luckily, you can minimize the chance of air leaks by sealing your windows between the panes and frames with caulking or spray foam insulation. Once your chosen sealant dries, lightly sand the window frames to create a smooth finish and give them a coat of paint to make them look new again.

Plant Deciduous Trees in the Yard

By planting a few deciduous trees in the yard, you can naturally protect your home from the outdoor elements and reduce the workload on your HVAC system to reduce wear and tear. Deciduous trees are full of leaves in the summer that will shade your home from the sun and help keep temperatures cooler inside. During the winter, deciduous trees lose their leaves so the sun can naturally heat things up inside. Plant your trees in front of windows that tend to get direct sunlight throughout the day, and near your exterior HVAC unit. What's more is that landscaping with trees can increase your overall property value by up to 20-percent!

Install Some Ceiling Fans

You can further reduce HVAC wear and tear by installing ceiling fans in the rooms you spend most of your time in at home. Compared to the 3,500 watts of power an average HVAC system requires each hour when turned on, ceiling fans only use about 60 watts an hour. Your ceiling fans will help keep temperatures comfortable indoors year-round so you don't have to use your air conditioner or heater as often.

During summer months, program your ceiling fans to run counterclockwise to create a constant breeze that keeps your skin cool. In the winter you should program your fans to run clockwise so they keep the warm and cold air mixed, which should help you more easily maintain comfortable temperatures throughout the day.

These tips and tricks don't require any professional skills to accomplish, so you can take each task on in your own time and as you see fit. Contact a business, such as Getzschman Heating, LLC , for more information. 

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