The heat pump is an essential piece of equipment in your home every winter. But heating bills can be hard to control if you are not using your heat pump judiciously. Learning to use the heat pump to save energy can not only make it more economical but also give you better heating efficiency. The idea is to get good heating even on the coldest days through the winter but at minimum cost. We are sharing some great tips to use a heat pump to save both energy and money this winter. So read on.
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Use Your Heat Pump the Right Way to Save Money
Keeping a few simple things in mind when using your heat pump during the winter can save you a lot. Here are some basic things to mind when using your heating system.
- Keep Your Air Filter Clean: One of the major reasons for the loss of efficiency in heat pumps is a clogged or unclean air filter. If your air filter is clogged, the heat pump will have to work harder to heat up your. Make sure to keep both the outside and inside air filters clean to maintain efficiency and indoor air quality. New filters will improve the system’s performance further.
- Install a Programmable Thermostat: Your heat pump does not need to generate the same amount of heat throughout the day. But with a normal thermostat, it is difficult to keep changing temperatures as needed every time. Getting a programmable thermostat will make this easier and help you save energy too. With a programmable thermostat, you can set different temperatures for different times of the day when you need more heat or less heat. This will significantly lower your energy bills.
- Minimize Heat Loss from Your Home: There are many ways heat may be escaping your home- through doors and windows, the window panes, the fireplace, and more. To prevent the heated air from escaping your home and your heat pump having to work extra hard, try to minimize this heat loss. Keep all doors and windows closed and check for gaps. Keep the curtains drawn to avoid heat loss through the glass. If your home receives enough sunlight during the day, keep the curtains open to let the sunlight in to heat your home. Cover the fireplace to prevent warm air from leaving through the chimney.
- Switch the Heat Pump Off or Down When You Are Not Around: If you are not in the house, keep your heat pump turned off or set to a lower temperature. Running the heat pump at full blast unnecessarily when no one is in the house is a waste of energy. You can set a time to switch it up, say, 15 minutes before you are supposed to reach home so your house is warm and cozy when you are back. This makes it a lot more energy-efficient.
Hire a Reliable HVAC Contractor to Get Your Heat Pump Installed and Maintained
Another important thing that will help ensure your heat pump runs efficiently and to help you use your heat pump to save money is regular maintenance. If you are looking for a reputed HVAC contractor to service your heat pump before winter arrives, we are at your service. Galmiche & Sons have been helping St. Louis residents with HVAC installation and maintenance since 1950, and we look forward to serving your family.
Consult our heating and air conditioning experts to find out how we can help you.
