Increasing your office building or commercial establishment’s energy efficiency should be a priority. Lessening your HVAC system’s energy consumption is one of the best ways to cut down on operating expenses and improve your business’ environmental sustainability.
Here are a few low- or no-cost things that you can do to do to improve your building’s energy efficiency:
- Program the thermostat to reduce the production of heated or cooled air during after-office hours, evenings, weekends, and other times when the building is not occupied. Additionally, calibrate your thermostat from time to time to ensure accuracy in its readings.
- Clean or replace your furnace and air conditioner filters regularly, especially during summer and winter months when your HVAC equipment is being used optimally. Dirty filters cause your HVAC equipment to work harder and decrease energy efficiency.
- During summer, the windows in the southern part of your facility will let in heat during the day. When winter comes along, the windows on the east and west sides of your building will bring in hot air. Install blinds and drapes on your office windows and use these strategically to lessen the building’s heat gain or loss index. You can also install outside window accents such as awnings, canopies, and shade screens to decrease the amount of hot air coming through the building and increase its energy efficiency.
- Plant trees, shrubs, and vegetation in your building’s immediate surroundings. They block the sunlight from entering your building during the summer, and act as wind breakers during winter, increasing overall energy efficiency.
- Check the air conditioner’s vents and ensure there are no obstructions in front of it such as furniture and office equipment that could possibly block the distribution of the air flow.
- Check both the evaporator and condenser coils on your air conditioners and heat pumps for dirt and debris buildup. Clean and wash them thoroughly at the start and end of the cooling season. Dirty coils prevent heat transfer while clean coils contribute to energy efficiency.
- Always ensure that the exterior doors of your office building or commercial establishment are closed while your HVAC system is running. This is to prevent your HVAC system from having to work harder to keep the temperature consistent.
In addition to these low-cost steps, you can also help your building achieve maximum energy efficiency by having regular commercial HVAC maintenance service done by a highly qualified St. Louis HVAC contractor. Admittedly, this may come with an upfront cost, but consider this an investment that will save your business a lot of money in the long run.
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Energy efficiency is at the top of everyone’s minds lately, and for your commercial building, improving energy efficiency can translate to big savings. At Galmiche & Sons Heating & Cooling, one of St. Louis’ leading HVAC companies, we specialize in helping enterprises and small businesses in St. Louis to improve their energy efficiency and lower their energy bills through more efficient HVAC systems. Ask us how by calling 314-993-1110, and talk to one of our heating and air conditioning and energy efficiency experts!
