These Four Changes Could Mean Big Savings

Homeowners are always on a quest to save money everywhere they can, and decreasing energy usage is a great way to do that. We’d like to help you out, so we’ve put together four small changes that you can begin implementing right now:

Schedule Yearly HVAC Maintenance

Your HVAC equipment is only as good as the condition it’s in. To keep your system running smoothly and efficiently, it must be maintained by a qualified technician. We suggest that you schedule such maintenance once each year to keep your unit in tip-top shape. Doing so will ensure that it remains energy-efficient, which will lower your energy bills.

Upgrade the Thermostat

Over the years, many homeowners have moved away from manual thermostats to programmable ones that offer loads of new features. The biggest change with these models is the ability to set the days and times during which your HVAC system switches on and off. Having this level of control will quickly decrease your energy usage if utilized wisely.

Seal Air Leaks in Your Home

Every home, without fail, succumbs to air leaks. As air seeps through, your HVAC system must work longer in order to provide the same level of comfort. The biggest problem areas are the edges around your doors and windows. You can seal them quickly with the use of caulk, spray foam, or weather stripping, depending on the area and severity of the issue.

Change Your Lightbulbs

Thomas Edison might not be too happy about it, but traditional lightbulbs are quickly going the way of the dodo bird. Over the past several years, homeowners have begun switching to more energy-efficient types such as CFL (compact fluorescent lamp) bulbs and LED (light-emitting diode) ones. Both of these types use far less energy than traditional bulbs and neither one cost much at all.

If you’d like more expert advice on how to make small changes that will greatly impact your energy usage and monthly bills, please don’t hesitate to contact the friendly professionals at CCAC. We’ve been serving the HVAC needs of Corpus Christi and the surrounding areas since 1979.

Our goal is to help educate our customers in Corpus Christi, Texas about energy and home comfort issues (specific to HVAC systems). For more information about HVAC topics, download our free Home Comfort Guide or call us at 361-678-2495.

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