Get the HVAC System on Your Side!
People work hard all year long and save until it hurts, only to bust their budget with holiday bills. The holidays bring with them several costs that are usually forgotten until the season rolls around. Food bills go up for people that host parties. Travel is almost required during the holiday leading to travel costs and higher gas bills. Finally, heating bills creep up as temperatures drop, leaving even the most diligent budgeters surprised.
This year, get ahead of holiday bills with a few easy tips. Local furnace repair specialists want to help homeowners get their HVAC system on their side regarding their budgets. Take this advice and let go of some of the financial stress of the season.
Spend Money on a Programmable Smart Thermostat
Every budget has a line item that is for heating and cooling a home during the year. Every year homeowners cringe as the summer heats up and cooling bills skyrocket. In much the same way, homeowners hate seeing the heating bills rise right in the middle of the holiday season. The solution to both of these problems is the same. Programmable thermostats and smart thermostats.
Programmable thermostats are digital devices that can schedule air conditioning and heating to regulate a home's temperature only when people are present. This simple change can lead to dramatic savings. Smart thermostats take this a step further and work with wifi to learn when people are home and adjust the temperature accordingly. Often these devices save enough money to justify their cost within the first year or two of operation, so it is an investment in the home.
Keep Clean Air Filters Handy
Central AC works hard to distribute air around the house. All the air in the house is circulated across a filter that removes pollutants from the air. When filters get clogged, it limits the effectiveness of the blower and makes it work harder. This leads to poor air circulation, low comfort, and high bills.
One should change air filters about every three months in most households. Buy filters in bulk when they go on sale, usually in the spring. Air filter replacement as the heating season kicks off can ensure that the filter is clean for the rest of the season.
Make Sure the HVAC Maintenance Schedule is Followed
Like a smart thermostat or regular filter changes, regular HVAC maintenance is an investment in central heating equipment. Regular maintenance not only keeps warranties valid but also keeps furnace equipment running more reliably and for longer.
This means that homeowners that pay for maintenance have fewer bills for repairs and get the most out of their heating equipment. Most HVAC contractors offer programs that entitle the owner to two maintenance visits per year. Having central heating equipment taken care of by a professional ensures that costs stay low and standards of comfort stay high all year long.
About Temp Engineering
With over 40 years of experience, Temp Engineering has been helping Miami Lakes, FL residents keep their bills low for decades. Personal attention is what sets them apart from their peers. Call today to schedule heating service from expert technicians that offer upfront pricing.
