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How the HVAC System Can Help Pay for Holiday Gifts | C. Woods Company

Posted on November 10, 2020 by

Save Money for Holiday Gifts By Saving on Heating System Costs

It's beginning to look a lot like the holiday season! Holiday decor is lining the shelves of stores. Ads for kid's toys are getting mailed out to every house. Even the news is talking about what holiday shopping will look like this year. 2020 has been a tough year for many households, so wouldn't it be nice to have a little extra cash to go towards holiday gifts this year? It is possible! 

Homeowners can save on heating costs with an efficient HVAC system, giving them more money back in their pockets to put towards their holiday shopping. So what are the best ways to keep the HVAC system running efficiently? Here are a few tips from the pros.

When Was the Last Time the Air Filter Was Changed?

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If homeowners take a good look at an air filter, it doesn't seem like a powerful component. It looks pretty plain and simple. How much of an impact can it have on an HVAC system's efficiency? A lot! The air filter is a critical component in the HVAC system, and keeping it clean is essential for efficiency. This filter traps dust, dirt, and other particles to keep the air in the house clean. However, when the filter gets full, the air has a hard time passing through. This causes the HVAC system to work overtime to produce the same results. 

How often should air filters be switched out? It depends on how thick the filter is.

  • A 1-inch or 2-inch filter needs to be switched every 3 months.
  • A 4-inch filter should be changed every 6 months.
  • A 5-inch filter should be changed once a year. 

Changing out the air filter is such a quick and straightforward task. But it drastically improves the HVAC system's efficiency, allowing homeowners to cut down on their monthly bills.

Programmable Thermostat Upgrades

When most people think about the HVAC system, they think about the heater, the AC system, and the ductwork and vents that distribute the air. The thermostat is a piece of the puzzle that is often forgotten, but it plays such an essential role. Thermostats help homeowners control the home's temperature and keep everyone comfortable, and programmable thermostats provide even more control. 

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Homeowners can set specific temperatures based on various factors, like the time of day. For instance, people like to keep the home a bit warmer during the day as they're up and walking around. But the house can be cooler at night when everyone is sleeping under layers of comforters and blankets.

Programming this into the thermostat allows for greater consistency and prevents homeowners from forgetting to turn the temperature down at night. This is a great way to save energy and money every month.

Schedule Heater Maintenance ASAP

One other great way to improve the efficiency of the HVAC system is to schedule regular heater maintenance. The fall is the best time to do this, to make sure that the heater is ready for the cold winter months just around the corner. These maintenance checks ensure that everything is running as it should. It allows homeowners to spot any wear and tear on the system, any malfunctioning components that need to be replaced, and even helps extend the unit's lifespan.

Maintenance checks also prevent homeowners from dealing with the hassle of an HVAC emergency, like if the heater stopped working during the middle of the coldest week of the year! So save the worry, save energy, and save money on monthly bills by scheduling a heater maintenance check as soon as possible.

About C. Woods Company

C. Woods Company is a full-service plumbing and HVAC company dedicated to meeting the needs of residents throughout Tyler, TX, and the surrounding East Texas areas. Since 1956, homeowners and business owners have trusted them to keep their properties comfortable and safe year-round. Call them now to schedule HVAC maintenance services.

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