Innovations in Heating and Cooling
It’s not a secret that the engine of your car is most efficient when it’s warm. The heat must be able to travel somewhere. This is the reason why radiators are in.
A cooling system makes use of refrigerant, ductwork, and fans to distribute air. A heating system uses a fuel source like gas or oil to warm the air.
Variable-Speed Technology
Variable speed technology is a significant advancement in the field of heating and cooling. The blower motors in gas furnaces and air handlers use this technology to regulate the airflow in your home. This technology is designed to ensure an uniform distribution of air throughout your home, which reduces hot and cold areas.
The concept behind variable speed technology is to ensure that the system’s output is in line to the needs of your home’s energy. For instance, most people don’t drive with just one gear, instead choosing to change gears to match the drive demands of the vehicle and the road conditions. The same principle applies in your home. Variable speed systems offer homeowners and contractors with a myriad of advantages, such as savings on energy costs, lower noise levels, improved indoor air quality, and the possibility for utility company rebates.
The variable-speed technology allows your system to operate more efficiently in light load conditions. This is because traditional systems utilize a setpoint, at the desired temperature, before shutting off. The system will come back on when the temperature inside your home rises to the desired comfort level. This constant cycling expends an enormous amount of energy, particularly since the unit is starting up at full capacity again.
With a variable-speed system, the compressor runs at less than full capacity for extended periods of time and expends less energy. Your system can save you up to 30% on energy costs.
The use of variable speed technology combination with other energy-saving improvements such as smart controls or zoning systems, can increase the effectiveness and performance of your system. Ask our professional team whether a system featuring variable speed technology and Greenspeed Intelligence is the right choice for your home.
We can assist you in making the right choice for your home by describing the benefits of a system with variable-speed technology and how it can be used with other energy efficient products to provide the best results. Our certified HVAC experts have the experience to guide you through the process of selecting. Contact us today to learn more about our innovative Carrier-backed variable speed heating and cooling system.
Wi-Fi(r) Controls
Wireless smart thermostats allow homeowners to take greater control over their HVAC systems while reducing energy bills and increasing comfort. They make use of wireless technology to connect with a smartphone application or computer, allowing homeowners to control and regulate their home’s temperature remotely. They can also recognize household habits and automatically alter routines, reducing energy use when no one is at home or enhancing comfort when residents return.
Smart thermostats allow you to monitor your system throughout the day. They can even tell when you’re not at home and will enter an energy-saving ”Away” mode to help you save on your energy bills. Then, once you are back in the house the system will go back to the regular ‘Home’ setting for optimal comfort.
The Wi-Fi(r), controls are more sophisticated than traditional thermostats that can be programmed and include additional features for convenience, such as email notifications, remote system monitoring and a customizable web-based portal that functions as your thermostat. They also allow you to control multiple zones from a single device. These are ideal for managing a rental property or vacation home from distance.
A programmable thermometer can be programmed to adjust the temperature at different times of the day to ensure maximum comfort. This is ideal for homeowners and tenants. It can be challenging to keep track of the schedule of a thermometer programmable particularly with busy schedules and children’s activities. Smart thermostats equipped with sensors track room occupancy as well as outdoor temperatures and indoor humidity to track the conditions in real-time. It also tracks energy usage to determine if cooling or heating is needed and makes the necessary adjustments.
Sensors and intelligent programming of the Wi-Fi(r) control system can cut down your home’s energy consumption by as much as 10%. They will not only lower the cost of energy, but also reduce your carbon footprint and contribute to a cleaner environmental footprint.
Energy STAR(r) Certification
ENERGY STAR has become one of the most recognizable and easily recognized brands across the United States. It’s that blue label you find on your fridge, light bulbs and other appliances. You can be assured that products bearing the ENERGY STAR label have been independently tested to make sure they comply with strict energy efficiency standards and help reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
The same standards that apply to individual products can be applied to a building’s entire. To be eligible for the ENERGY STAR certification buildings must exhibit at least 15% higher performance than the ASHRAE 90.1-2010 (or the state building code under which it is permitted). The performance target is based on a number factors that affect energy consumption in relation to the weather conditions and occupancy. It also considers the size and the type of heating and cooling systems.
To be eligible to be eligible for the ENERGY STAR certification, a building must undergo an independent verification by a HERS Rater. The HERS Rater checks the home’s insulation, air barrier, and HVAC equipment to ensure they are sized and installed correctly. The Rater performs thorough inspections on vent leakage and duct leakage.
All of these steps are designed to help homeowners save energy and money while preserving their health and the environment. This is what makes the ENERGY STAR certification an excellent method to add value to any apartment or home. Research has shown that ENERGY STAR certified homes and apartments are usually rented or sold at higher rates than those that do not have the certification.
Buildings that are certified by ENERGY START are not only more energy efficient, but also have lower operating costs. They are also more comfortable to live in and use less energy. The EPA estimates that ENERGY STAR-certified homes are able to save Americans $39 billion annually in energy costs.
High-Efficiency Systems
A high-efficiency HVAC system is more than an opportunity to save money on energy bills. It can also aid the environment and cut down on carbon emissions. High-efficiency systems use up to one third less energy than earlier models, which means lower utility bills. Apart from the reduction in greenhouse gas emissions, high-efficiency systems use non-toxic refrigerants that don’t damage the ozone layer.
It could cost more to install a new high-efficiency, high-efficiency system than an older model. However it will be able to pay for itself over time in the form of lower energy bills and maintenance costs. It could also boost the value of your home’s equity, making it easier to sell at the right time.
High-efficiency systems can provide a broad array of benefits, such as improved comfort, more quiet operation, and better indoor air quality. For example, advanced filtering systems eliminate more harmful pollutants from the air. The systems can improve the comfort of the occupants as they provide precise temperature control, which eliminates cold or hot patches.
Heating and cooling consume the most energy in an average home and account for 45% of household electrical usage. You can begin saving on your energy costs when you replace your old HVAC system with a more efficient unit. It is easy to find an Carrier furnace or AC that meets your needs by looking up the annual fuel utilization efficiency (AFUE) rating. The higher the AFUE rating is, the more efficient the unit is.
Modern energy-efficient systems are capable of converting up to 98% of the energy in the fuel source directly into heat for your home. This is a huge improvement over conventional furnaces that run at 20% AFUE and waste 35 percent of the fuel they burn.
High-efficiency units also use less energy than their earlier counterparts, causing fewer greenhouse gas emissions and assisting to protect the environment. They also can use non-toxic refrigerants, which eliminates the need to make chemical products that harm the ozone. By incorporating high-efficiency systems into green construction projects, contractors and building owners can help minimize environmental impact. These systems can also reduce construction costs, making them a smart investment for both occupants and builders alike.
