As the weather starts to cool and change in the fall, you might be looking forward to cozy fall activities, pumpkin spice flavored drinks, and fresh pumpkins and gourds. There is one more thing to look forward to in the fall, though, and that is more energy efficient HVAC use. Sure, it is not as fun as apple picking or pumpkin carving, but the ability to save energy and money with more energy efficient HVAC use is still a reason to be excited about fall. After all, your heating & air conditioning system uses a lot of energy. Add a little more fun to your fall this year by taking advantage of some energy efficient HVAC tips that can help you save.
Switch to Energy Efficient HVAC Settings
One of the easiest ways to take advantage of milder fall weather for HVAC savings is to just turn off the AC and open windows. Once it gets cool enough, cooling the house naturally by letting in the breeze can be a great way to enjoy the fall weather, while saving on air conditioning costs at the same time. Of course, you should make sure the system is off before opening up windows. You should also consider the impact outdoor air might have on your indoor air quality, especially if you suffer from fall allergies. For most people, though, the air filters and other measures in your HVAC system should be enough to keep the air clean and healthy in your home.
Beyond using the natural pleasantness of fall weather to your advantage, you can also use a few thermostat best practices to achieve more energy efficient HVAC function this fall. Especially if you have a programmable thermostat, it can be easy to forget to reset it when the weather changes. If you have your thermostat programmed to keep AC on when people are home, for instance, you might raise the target temperature, shorten the time to run, or even turn off the AC during that time. All of this will help your HVAC system adjust to milder fall weather and give you a more energy efficient HVAC system overall.
Other Fall HVAC Best Practices
Updating thermostat settings and figuring out how to use your AC less are great ways to achieve an energy efficient HVAC system in the fall. These are just a few of the steps, however, that should be on your fall maintenance checklist. While some of the other fall checklist tips — like having system maintenance performed with special attention to leaks and cracks — won’t give you a more energy efficient HVAC system right away, they will help maintain efficiency over time.
In this vein, you should also have your air filters replaced, or replace them yourself sometime in the fall. Not only does frequent air filter replacement support an energy efficient HVAC system, but a fresh filter can also help you combat fall allergens and stay healthy.
Contact Galmiche & Sons for More Information on Energy Efficient HVAC Use
For more tips on energy efficient HVAC use, and how to prepare your heating & air conditioning system for the fall, get in touch with your St. Louis HVAC service professionals at Galmiche & Sons today.
