If you have an energy-efficient furnace, it is probably safe to say that you want to get the best use out of your home heating system. The purpose, after all, is to save energy and money on your heating bill. But without the proper tools and settings put into place, your furnace cannot function at its utmost capacity. Our customers are our number one priority. So, today at Blue Ash Furnace & Air Conditioning, we are going over a few factors that can help you get the most energy savings out of your furnace.
Where Do We Install the Thermostat?
Location is a factor that must be considered when installing a thermostat. For example, placement near a heat source such as a fireplace will significantly affect the thermostat’s ability to read the temperature when the fireplace is lit. With that in mind, places in a line of direct sunlight or a spot where warm will blow air onto the thermostat are also areas you want to avoid.
What Type of Thermostat Should You Get?
Energy efficiency may be the main reason you chose the type of furnace you have. For this reason, it should also be a deciding factor when picking your thermostat. The thermostat and furnace work in unison to communicate when to blow warm air. With a programmable thermostat, you can program your thermostat to lower its temperature when you know you will not be home or are asleep. Smart thermostats such as The Nest Learning Thermostat take it one step further and have a sensor that detects when no one is home. It will then automatically go into “eco” mode, l, resulting in the maximum energy savings on your heating bill.
What Temperature Do We Set the Thermostat to?
The last factor we should look into is the setting in which you leave your thermostat on for the winter season. Finding that perfect temperature in between keeping your home cozy while still giving you a little boost on your monthly energy savings would be ideal. Experts suggest that 68 degrees Fahrenheit is the key temperature to set your thermostat to when awake or at home. If you are not at home for a large amount of the week, you may turn down the temperature before leaving the house to save more energy and money. You can also lower it by a few degrees at night while everyone is asleep and tucked away snugly in their beds.
Being a homeowner can be a daunting task. You have to remember so many things to keep everything running and working as smoothly as possible. Blue Ash Furnace & Air Conditioning wants to help you keep your furnace in five-star shape.
If you have any questions or issues concerning your HVAC system, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us!
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