Night Time Temperatures
Your HVAC system does not need to run at maximum capacity while you are sleeping. You may enjoy sleeping with a cooler house, but you will save a lot of money by giving your system a break at night. Bundle up in the winter and use a fan in the summer.
When You Are Away
Another great time to give your HVAC system a break is when you are away for a day or more. Raising your indoor temperature in the summer 7 to 10 degrees when you leave the house will save up to 10% on your cooling bill.
Use a Programmable Thermostat
A programmable thermostat helps save energy while you’re not home and will start to warm or cool your home shortly before you arrive or wake up. The US Department of Energy recommends setting your thermostat to 78 degrees in the summer and 68 in the winter when you are home.
Experiment With Different HVAC Temperatures
You can experiment with the thermostat settings if you are concerned about your energy bills. See how comfortable your home is if you turn the temperature up or down by just a couple of degrees each day until you reach the recommended HVAC temperatures for summer and winter. You have found the limit when your family starts to complain!
Tips to Stay Comfortable
There are other ways to keep your house comfortable than by cranking up the heat or air conditioning.
- In the summer you can use fans, keep the blinds closed, use a dehumidifier and stay hydrated.
- During the winter, dress in layers, cover hard floors with rugs, seal cracks in windows and doors, and keep the curtains and doors closed.
Optimal HVAC Temperatures Are Easier to Achieve With Newer Systems
If you have an older HVAC unit, the best way to lower your energy bill is to replace it with a new energy efficient model. The more modern systems pay for themselves quickly and continue to help you save in the long run.
Team AIR-zona is your full-service HVAC contractor providing air conditioning and heating services. We specialize in servicing, repairing and replacing air conditioning and heating systems. To help you further, we try to find ways you can achieve optimal HVAC temperatures so you can reduce your energy bill. Who doesn’t love to save money?!
If you have any questions, contact our HVAC experts … we’re happy to help!
