You Can't Control Summer Temperatures, But You Can Control Your Energy Costs

United Mechanical, Inc. of Fort Myers shares ways to control energy costs for home and business owners in Southwest Florida.
 
FORT MYERS, Fla. - Aug. 10, 2018 - PRLog -- With temperatures rising and energy costs soaring, there are a variety of steps you can take to cut the expenses of cooling your home.

"Cooling and heating equipment use more energy than any other appliance. This inevitably shows up every month on the energy bill, but it's important to remember that energy costs can be controlled," said Jim Cloonan, General Manager of United Mechanical, Inc.

Annual Maintenance
One step to control energy costs is to schedule annual maintenance checks to make sure your unit is running efficiently. Most cooling systems require very little owner maintenance. However, operating dirty cooling equipment can result in an unnecessary loss of efficiency and can damage the furnace. You play a vital role in making sure your cooling system continues to operate at peak performance.

High Efficiency Cooling Equipment
If you're in the market for a new cooling unit, consider purchasing a high efficiency model. They can help reduce your energy costs as well as conserve our natural resources. When selecting an air conditioner or heat pump, pay close attention to the SEER (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio). This is a measure of cooling efficiency for air conditioners. The higher the SEER, the higher the savings. The minimum SEER rating is 13.

Zoning
Zoning can drastically lower your heating costs. With zoning, you no longer have to pay to heat or cool areas of your home that are rarely used. You won't have to heat or cool the whole house just to make one room comfortable. Zoning divides your home into separate comfort areas, which are heated or cooled based on your needs.

Programmable Thermostats
Programmable or setback thermostats can make a big difference in energy consumption. These thermostats deliver maximum comfort, efficiency, and energy savings. Programmable thermostats are used to achieve the temperatures you want throughout your home. For example, if you're going to be away, you can set the whole house at an energy-saving temperature to avoid heating or cooling an empty house.

To find out more about reducing your cooling costs, call United Mechanical, Inc. at (239) 939-2032. United Mechanical has been providing A/C service in the Fort Myers area (http://www.umihomeservices.com/services/preventative-main...) for 30+ years.

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