(NUI) - You know the saying, "You get what you pay for," but is your home
efficiency giving you what you pay for in energy bills?
Each year, homeowners lose energy and money because they don't maximize their
homes' energy-saving potential. According to the Department of Energy, making
energy saving improvements to your home could save you 10 percent to 50 percent
on your energy bills.
The company that brings you Heil brand heating and cooling products suggests
you improve efficiency this summer by focusing on these areas in your home:
* Programmable thermostat. A programmable thermostat can save energy and
money by operating at a more cost-efficient temperature while you're asleep or
away from home and by automatically lowering the temperature to cool your home
just before you wake up or return. New Heil programmable thermostats can help
you save money and are backed by a five-year warranty.
* High-efficiency air conditioning. Purchasing a new, more energy-efficient
system can cost less than keeping an older, less energy-efficient system. The
Heil QuietComfort line of 14 SEER air conditioners is energy efficient and can
save up to 50
percent on your summer cooling costs, compared to less efficient
alternatives.
* Windows. Better windows provide better insulation. Install storm windows
over single-pane windows or replace them with double-pane windows. Today's
high-efficiency windows can improve heating and cooling energy savings by 15
percent. Also, be sure to lock your windows to help press the weather stripping
tightly together for a better seal. This seal will help trap the cool air inside
and reduce heat seeping in through windows.
* Appliances. Be sure to use the appropriate settings for your appliances to
help reduce the waste of energy and resources. In the long run, replacing older
appliances with newer and more energy-efficient appliances can help you save
money on your energy bills.
* Get a yearly system checkup. Each year, have a qualified heating and
cooling service contractor check your system, perform routine maintenance and
make sure it is running at top efficiency. Preventive maintenance to your home
cooling or heating system could save you money and energy.
To find a contractor near you, go to www.heil-hvac.com and click on the
dealer locator button.
