Upgrading your HVAC system is one of the easiest ways to improve efficiency, reduce your energy bills, and make your home more comfortable. However, it’s often not top-of-mind for many homeowners. It’s a long-term investment, but these five benefits to getting an HVAC upgrade are sure to save you money down the road.
Higher Efficiency
One of the most immediate benefits you’ll notice from getting an upgraded HVAC system is higher energy efficiency, and therefore lower energy bills. Newer HVAC systems, which include a new AC and heating system, will have upgraded technology that allows them to heat and cool your home more effectively with less energy. That means more comfort in your home and more money in your pockets.
Smart Systems
Upgrading your HVAC system gives you a chance to implement new smart systems, including smart thermostats. Smart systems are an important part of saving money with your HVAC system while dramatically increasing your quality of life. Smart thermostats are programmable, meaning you can set them to change the temperature of your home based on the time of day. They will read the temperature of your home more accurately than older thermostat systems, resulting in less unnecessary energy usage. Many smart systems even allow you to connect your phone to the thermostat, meaning you can change the temperature of your home while you’re not even there.
Better Temperature Control
Upgraded HVAC systems also have better temperature control than older systems. Have you ever noticed your HVAC kicking on when it doesn’t need to? This is often because older systems can’t read the temperature of your home as accurately as new systems. Upgraded HVACs can more effectively hold your home at one temperature, meaning the system turns on less often, uses less energy, and keeps your home at exactly the comfortable temperature you want it to be.
Better Air Filtration
Old HVAC systems are notorious for having bad air filtration systems, leading to lower air quality in your home. This is especially important to consider if you have a family member who is sensitive to air quality, such as those with allergies. The good news is there have been many improvements made to air filtration technology, and new HVAC systems will have the latest filters and filtration systems installed. This will help protect your home from the pollutants, allergens, and general dust that lower your air quality.
Environmental Consciousness
All of these benefits come together to impact one very important aspect of heating and cooling your home—the environment. Upgrading your HVAC will mean you can install a high-efficiency system. Not only does this mean lower energy use, better temperature control, and cleaner air, but it also means your HVAC system will use significantly less fuel. This will greatly reduce your home’s impact on the environment. Lower fuel usage means lower bills and a lower carbon footprint. It’s a win-win all around.
If you have more questions about upgrading your HVAC system, or even just upgrading parts of it such as a new AC unit or heater, reach out to us at Triad Mechanical or give us a call at 770-682-0075.