3 Ways to Cut Your Home’s Utility Costs

Heating your Dalton, Georgia, home consumes a big chunk of your household budget. While keeping your family comfortable is essential, doing so doesn’t have to break the bank. Here are three easy steps that you can take to save money on your utility costs and get the most out of your HVAC equipment:

Install a Programmable Thermostat

Traditional thermostats turn your HVAC unit on or off at a preset temperature, no matter the time of day. However, you can set a programmable thermostat to operate on your household’s schedule. For example, you can program the unit to allow the home to get colder than usual when no one is home. Then you can have the heat come on shortly before you arrive so you can step inside a comfortable house. If you have a smart thermostat, you can use your smartphone to make adjustments to the preset schedule from anywhere.

Change Your HVAC System’s Air Filter

Dirty filters make your HVAC system work harder to condition the air. Working harder means using more energy than necessary, leading to higher utility bills. Changing your filter only takes a few minutes every three months and can reduce energy consumption by up to 15 percent. During the months of the year with the most substantial usage, change the filter as often as every month. As a result, you’ll prevent poor air quality.

Schedule Regular Maintenance

When your HVAC system is old or malfunctioning, it’s not operating at maximum efficiency. Regular maintenance can help improve your system’s efficiency and save you money in the process. A professional evaluation of your system helps you pinpoint the areas that need attention and determine what to do about them. As a result, you avoid straining your system as well as paying higher energy and repair costs.

Call Dalton Heating & Air today at 706-619-2799 to schedule an appointment. We’ll be glad to assess your HVAC system and give you maintenance options that will save you money in the long run.

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