How to Save on Heating and Cooling Costs

Keeping your business cool in the summer and warm in the winter while remaining efficient is easy with these energy-saving HVAC tips:

• Change or clean air filters every month.
• Clean all heat exchanger surfaces, refrigerant and water coils, condensers and evaporators.
• Use fans since they reduce the need for air conditioning.
• If possible, ensure economizer mode is operating properly.
• Install a programmable thermostat to automate your HVAC system.
• Plug leaks with weather stripping and caulking.
• Replace air conditioning units of 5.4 tons or less with units with a seasonal energy efficiency ratio (SEER) of 14.0 or more. For air conditioning units equal to greater than 5.4 ton, replace with units with a high energy efficiency ratio of 10.2 or more. You’ll reduce operating costs for the life of the unit.
• Use shades and blinds to control direct sun through windows in both summer and winter to prevent or encourage heat gain.
• Make sure that areas in front of vents are clear since you can use 25 percent more energy to distribute air if your vents are blocked.