Nowadays, many homeowners are looking for ways to save some bucks with energy consumption. LED light bulbs and high-efficiency dryers and washers are the common ways to minimize daily power consumption in homes.
But have you thought about your air conditioning unit? An air conditioner utilizes a lot of energy during the hot summer seasons than many other home appliances do during an entire year. That is especially true if you reside in a humid and warm region. One of the best ways to reduce your utility bills is by installing a high-efficiency AC. Here are some of the ways you can determine if your home’s AC unit is energy efficient.
1. Check the Unit’s SEER Rating
Every AC unit has a listed SEER rating that measures its energy efficiency. To determine the SEER rating of your unit, take the cooling output throughout the months the AC operates and divide it by the amount of power needed to run it. A higher SEER rating means better efficiency.
2. Balance Your HVAC System
Balancing the HVAC will help you know things like the condition of your ductwork, airflow pressure, and the pressure of coils, fans, and filters. Your AC technician can compare your system’s current performance with the specifications of the manufacturer to know the system’s energy efficiency.
3. Inspect Your Ducts
If your energy bills are high, leaking ductwork may be the cause. According to the Department of Energy, approximately 40% of a home’s conditioned air gets lost through poor connections, holes, and leaks in ducts. Sealing, repairing, and insulating your ductwork can help you enhance energy efficiency and cut on cooling and heating costs every year.
Need Assistance in Boosting Your AC’s Efficiency? Contact the Professionals
If your home’s cooling and heating costs have gone high or there are cold and hot air pockets in some areas of your house, there might be a decline in the efficiency of your HVAC system. A licensed HVAC technician from Apollo Heating & Air Conditioning can test and evaluate your HVAC’s efficiency and assist you with options that’ll make your Bellevue, NE, home energy efficient.
We also offer heating, cooling, ductwork, and air quality services. For more information on determining your AC unit’s efficiency, call us today to schedule your service appointment.
