LICENSED & INSURED HVAC EXPERTS SERVING SAN DIEGO COUNTY
CA License #1077978
ENERGY-SAVING TIPS FOR HVAC
At Coastal Breeze Heating & Air Conditioning, our mission is to help Carlsbad and North County San Diego area homeowners just like you. We often encounter homeowners who find themselves struggling with how to save money on their energy bills without compromising their comfort
To help out, we’ve prepared the following energy efficiency tips to help you save money:
ADJUST YOUR THERMOSTAT
Cool your home at 78º or warmer with the fan switched on “auto.” For extra savings, raise the thermostat to 82º when you’re not home
UTILIZE CEILING FANS
Keep your home comfortable and reduce your A/C costs by installing energy-efficient ceiling fans to circulate the air. The average cost to run a fan is only $7 a month!
MAINTAIN AIRFLOW
Keep interior doors and vents open to help circulate the air
KEEP YOUR UNIT CLEAN & CLEAR
Be sure to clean or change your air filter at least once a month, and always use the proper size for your unit. It is also important to keep your outside unit clear of debris to avoid blocking the airflow
UPGRADE YOUR INSTALLATION
If your home was built before 1985, you may need to upgrade your insulation to reduce cooling costs and make your home more comfortable
CONSIDER BUYING A NEW A/C UNIT
If your system is more than 10 years old, it may be time to purchase a new unit. For maximum energy savings, ask about the Trane XL20i
KEEP SUNLIGHT OUT
Close your blinds, drapes and shades during the hottest time of day
DON'T IGNORE HVAC PROBLEMS
When you have a big air conditioning problem – like an air conditioner that quits during the hottest day of summer – it goes without saying that you’ll call for service. Smaller air conditioning problems are easier to ignore, but ignoring the problem is the last thing you should do. By calling for service as soon as you notice the symptoms of an ailing cooling system, you can prevent the expense and inconvenience of a big repair job. You’ll also avoid the higher utility bills that typically accompany a poorly functioning air conditioning system. You should have your air conditioner checked when you notice any of the following symptoms:
Decreased airflow from the registers
Strange noises coming from the HVAC unit
Stale odors coming from the ductwork when the unit is running
The air conditioner cycles on and off more frequently than it used to
The breaker for the air conditioner in the electrical panel keeps tripping (or the fuse keeps blowing)
Ice appears on your air conditioner or piping, either inside or outside the house
Your outdoor fan in the air conditioner won't come on