If you’re considering replacing your home’s HVAC equipment, you need to investigate the benefits of variable-speed technology. Compared to single-speed HVAC that runs at 100 percent output during every cycle, variable-speed equipment can precisely modulate its speed to match your heating and cooling needs.
Some of the many perks you’ll enjoy with variable-speed HVAC include:
Improved Energy Efficiency
HVAC systems with variable-speed motors are designed to run on the lowest speed setting and only ramp up to a higher speed when necessary to meet your chosen temperature settings. It takes less energy to run a motor at a lower speed; in fact, reducing speed by 20 percent can curb the equipment’s energy consumption by up to 50 percent.
More Consistent Comfort
With single-speed HVAC, the equipment cycles on and operates at full capacity, then cycles off once it meets the thermostat’s temperature setting. This results in periods when it’s running full blast, then lulls then there’s no warm or cool air output. In contrast, variable-speed equipment runs at the lowest possible speed for efficiency, but for extended cycles. This means fewer temperature variations for more consistent comfort, house-wide.
Better Humidity and Air Quality Control
Thanks to its longer run times, variable-speed HVAC also makes it easier to maintain healthier indoor air quality and an ideal 30 to 60 percent humidity level, year round. During heating season, variable-speed equipment paired with a whole-house humidifier can better alleviate dry air conditions. In the summer, variable-speed’s longer cycles allow the cooling equipment to remove excess moisture more efficiently. If you have an air cleaner on your HVAC, these extended cycles help it filter the indoor air more effectively.
Longer Equipment Lifespan
Repeated on-off cycling and operating at 100 percent capacity during every run cycle takes a toll on HVAC components. Variable-speed HVAC doesn’t have to cycle on and off as often or run at maximum output all the time, so it endures less strain and wear, which helps it last longer.
To learn more about the benefits of variable-speed HVAC for your Lorain-area home, contact us today at Energy 1 Heating & Air Conditioning.
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