{"id":3221,"date":"2022-04-22T07:46:18","date_gmt":"2022-04-22T14:46:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/brucesac.com\/?p=3221"},"modified":"2022-04-22T07:46:18","modified_gmt":"2022-04-22T14:46:18","slug":"energy-saving-hvac-tips-for-earth-day","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.brucesac.com\/blog\/hvac\/energy-saving-hvac-tips-for-earth-day\/","title":{"rendered":"Energy Saving HVAC Tips for Earth Day"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Started in 1969, Earth Day was introduced by the government to bring additional awareness to our environment and planet. There are ways to make your HVAC system more earth-friendly that will boost its efficiency and make a difference in your monthly heating and cooling bills. Here are a few ways you can make your HVAC and home more environmentally-friendly for Earth Day and every other day.<\/p>\n

Programmable Thermostat<\/h2>\n

When you have a programmable thermostat for your home, the thermostat monitors your home and runs only when it needs to. You set it and forget it! A programmable thermostat saves up to 15% on your utility bills and reduces wasted energy cooling down your home when you\u2019re away. <\/p>\n

Air Filter<\/h2>\n

Earth Day is the perfect opportunity for replacing your HVAC air filter and establishing a regular habit of changing it out. A clogged air filter compromises air conditioning performance and indoor air quality. <\/p>\n

Water Filtration<\/h2>\n

Installing a kitchen-based water filtration system stops the need for buying bottled water in plastic bottles. An estimated 583 billion plastic bottles were produced in 2021 according to Statista.com and Americans spend up to $4 billion a year to purchase bottled water. <\/p>\n

Duct Work<\/h2>\n

Leaky ductwork is one of the most common HVAC issues and most wasteful energy-wise. Air leaks result in decreased indoor air quality, reduced heating and cooling efficiency, increasing utility costs, and potential mold and mildew growth. To maintain a consistent indoor temperature set by the thermostat, your HVAC system will continue to run, wasting costly energy. <\/p>\n

HVAC Tune Up<\/h2>\n

HVAC systems are durable and long-lasting, but only when well-maintained. Some specific reasons to schedule a tune-up include:<\/p>\n