How To Ensure Your HVAC System Is operating Efficiently

We should all think of our homes as an energy system. Although the furnace may create and deliver heat, it can’t do so effectively if heat is lost in ducts, through walls, in the attic or through cracks in doors and windows.

According to Bundy Refrigeration even the most efficient aircon unit needs a little help and proper maintenance to provide the best results.

Since heating and cooling often make up 45 percent of the energy bill, it’s well worth it to tidy up operations.

Efficient furnaces and air conditioners

If you’re in the market for a new heating or cooling system, it’s the perfect time to go for high-efficiency. Your contractor should be able to point out the best models and help you find the right fit for your home. If you’ve already insulated and been busy sealing leaks and drafts in the home, you might even be able to get away with a smaller, cheaper furnace.

Furnaces have a minimum 78 percent AFUE (Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency) rating, but some models are over 90 percent efficient. Air conditioners go by the SEER standard (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio), and must meet a minimum of SEER 13.

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