It may seem a bit absurd that I am already considering my plan of attach when it comes to saving on the HVAC cooling.
It’s still winter for crying out loud.
Well, indeed that is a fact. However, in our region it’s never too early to be sure that the HVAC savings strategy is set. We deal with a whole lot of heat and humidity in this part of the country. The folks up north are dealing with all that cold and snow right now by cranking the HVAC heating method. We’re sort of the opposite. The winter is a time to take a breath and enjoy the absence of the deep heat. Sure, the heat pump might kick on a few times when we have a cold snap. But it’s the summer heat and humidity that are the real focus when it comes to weather around here. I start early in my preparations by having the HVAC tech come out to inspect and service the HVAC unit. That way I know it will be in top form and at its most efficient. Then, it’s pretty simple. I make sure the house is sealed up tight. That means replacing any worn weather stripping and making sure there are no cracks or gaps to let cool air out and warm air in. Then once the heat settles in, it’s all about sticking to the HVAC setting limits. That’s where the real money is saved on the HVAC. If you can avoid letting the inside temps be more than 15 degrees cooler than outside, you have a winning formula for HVAC savings.