We see a lot of hot weather in the Atlanta/Buckhead area. That means our HVAC systems work hard, especially the air conditioning units. Even if your HVAC system seems to be working fine, it may not be up to the standards of today’s HVAC technology.
The U.S. Department of Energy recommends several types of HVAC technology, ranging from more efficient zone systems to more advanced controls, that can help improve the efficiency of your home’s heating and cooling systems. Improving the efficiency of your system can save you a considerable amount of money, and shrink the size of your environmental footprint at the same time.
Zoning
If you have a traditional HVAC system with a single thermostat or control unit, but you’re trying to cool (or heat) more than one level, you have a lot of room to improve the energy efficiency of your home. Zoning allows you to use a single HVAC system to heat or cool different parts of your home in the most efficient way. Using multiple thermostats or controls, each assigned to a different part, or zone, in your house, you can heat or cool just the parts that need it, rather than overheating an upper level or freezing your basement in order to feel comfortable in your den.
Zoning does not always require a whole new HVAC system. Reliable Heating & Air, for example, can retrofit an existing heating and cooling system with updated HVAC technology that will make your home more comfortable and efficient, while saving you money in the long run. Some of the more popular zoning systems installed by Reliable are made by Trane and EWC.
Home Automation
The advent of smart phone and tablet technology opened the doors for all kinds of easy automation possibilities for your home. Among these is the ability to control your entire HVAC system at home or from anywhere with an Internet connection. The ability to manage your heating and cooling needs from wherever you are can help to improve your home’s energy efficiency and save your money. It also helps to reduce cost and to keep each area of your home a temperature that that is most comfortable for you. The Trane Nexia system is the leader in home automation systems and it is extremely affordable.
Home automation and remote control access technology can be added to many existing HVAC systems. A wireless router and connection is all that is needed to have remote access. Rather than waiting until you get home to adjust your comfort, you can actually adjust the set points from anywhere you have smart phone service. Heading out to work, and then to the gym? Turn down the AC when you’re not there, and then reset the temp after you’ve finished your workout. Your home will be at a comfortable temperature when you want it to be, not when a pre-programmed schedule requires it to be.
HVAC Maintenance
All the HVAC technology in the world won’t help keep your home heating and cooling efficiently unless it’s properly maintained. Reliable Heating & Air can get you on a maintenance schedule to make sure your home remains comfortable, and that you’re not spending more money or wasting more energy than necessary to maintain such comfort. Reliable Heating & Air can also service your plumbing and electrical systems.