Energy Tips to Keep in Mind This Fall

Did you know that your heating and cooling systems account for around 50 percent of your home’s energy use? To eliminate unnecessary energy expenditures, you need to reduce your HVAC system usage and make sure you don’t have any cracks or leaks in your windows, doors, and insulation. To help you out, our cooling and heating equipment specialists at Burch Oil share some useful energy tips to keep in mind:

Conduct an Energy Assessment

An energy assessment can help reveal locations in your home that are leaking warm or cool air. This is as simple as a visual inspection of your home’s insulation to address any leaks and holes that you find. Just make sure that a professional energy auditor does the inspection, as they’ll be able to take a thermal image of your home to determine where the leaks are coming from.

Check and Repair Other Signs of Cracks/Leaks

Cracks and leaks won’t just come from your insulation. Air leakage can also occur due to gaps and cracks in windows, walls, and doors, and if they’re not properly sealed, your HVAC will consume more energy to keep the indoor temperatures comfortable. Before fall season sets in, make sure to check all your doors and windows for air leakage that could keep your heat pump running overtime. 

You can also hire a professional in heating and AC services for a more thorough inspection. They’ll also properly address any cracks and leaks they may find. Doing this will also prevent excess heat from escaping that could otherwise force your heater to consume more energy and run up your utility bills. 

Replace Your Filters

It’s also important to clean and replace your HVAC filters before fall starts. This can improve your home’s energy consumption while also maintaining indoor air quality. Otherwise, it can clog up from excess dust and reduce its airflow. When that happens, you’ll increase the resistance in the air output and add more strain to your heating system.

Only a qualified professional can provide proper water softener installation services for your home. Whether you’re looking for a plumber or a contractor in heating services, Burch Oil is your best choice in the area! Call us at (301) 373-2131 or fill out our convenient contact form to get started.