The technology to heat and cool your home has been around for more than 100 years. However, the unit you’d buy today is different from the equipment that was sold even 10 years ago. The technology is constantly evolving and improving to provide you with better efficiency and better comfort. What are some high-tech HVAC features you can look for? Here are a few worth considering.
- Variable-capacity systems. Most systems run at just one level, no matter how hot or cold the temperature. A system with a variable-speed motor and/or a dual-speed compressor can adjust its capacity according to need. On milder days, it uses less energy rather than running at full blast. By conserving power, it can also prevent short cycling, improve humidity, and help the system last longer.
- Geofencing. Instead of adjusting your thermostat settings to your schedule, what if your system knew when you were home and when you weren’t? Geofencing uses your phone’s GPS to connect with your HVAC system, creating a virtual border around your home. When you exit that border, the system switches to energy-saving mode. When you return, it goes back to comfort mode so that your home is your ideal temperature when you arrive — without wasting energy.
- Internet of Things. What if you could receive emails or text messages from your HVAC system? The filter needs changing? Refrigerant low? Time for annual maintenance? Get alerted automatically. A system connected to the Internet of Things can keep you apprised of what it needs and when. It can even send you energy-usage reports, detailing how much power you’re using and what you can do to reduce it.
- SEER and AFUE. The most high-tech HVAC systems are the ones with the highest energy efficiency. The most efficient ACs are rated 26 SEER, while the most efficient furnaces have AFUEs of 99%. These systems can be expensive, but they save money over time and reduce your carbon footprint.
For help getting the most high-tech HVAC options for your home, contact us at Energy 1 Heating & Air Conditioning. We ensure Lorain, Elyria, and Oberlin homes are equipped with whatever they need.
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