A Holistic Approach to Home Energy Conservation.
Friday, July 10, 2009 1:59:58 PM
Before installing a domestic or commercial air conditioning unit, it is recommended to conduct an overall energy efficiency audit. This will help reduce the consumption and will make you better measure the air conditioning heating and cooling energy saving progress. Here is a list of factors that you should take into consideration while performing that audit:
1. Check for the insulation in doors, windows, floors, walls and attics.
2. Check for the quality of windows. Double pane windows will be more effective in
maintaining the heat or cooling inside a room.
3. Make sure that there is no heat loss around doors and windows and the curtains and
other window coverings are properly placed to prevent heat loss.
4. Check the integrity and cleanliness of ductwork, fix up any leaks and check the
condition of filters for the higher efficiency of heating and cooling systems.
5. Select a room conditioner unit that is properly sized according to the room space it will be working in. Bigger is not necessarily better .If your room size is small and the unit is big, the air conditioner will perform less efficiently. Room units work better if they run for relatively long periods of time as opposed to being constantly switched on and off.
Combining proper equipment maintenance, thermostat settings, appropriate insulation and weatherization can actually help reduce your energy bills cost by 40 %. So consult an air conditioning supplier in your city who has a quality service and maintenance record for your air conditioning needs.


