Finding Comfort During Extreme Weather Conditions
Most people report that dealing with the heat is worse than dealing with the cold. Being hot seems to get people “hot” (and cranky), according to an HVAC service provider we know! AC and HVAC systems can be as challenged in the summer as they are in the winter. If you have a mini split or heat pump system, you know it can have trouble keeping up during extreme weather conditions.
As this summer’s heat waves come and go, we can spend as much money on cooling as we do on heating. Higher energy bills are not confined to the winter months. Surprisingly, most people don’t realize there’s a way to use less energy while also increasing comfort in your home all year round ⎯ greater warmth in winter and consistent cooling in summer.
Lowering Your Energy Bills Year Round
Do you know how well your home is insulated? Even if you have insulation installed, do you know if it’s still working successfully for you? Older insulation products lose their effectiveness over time and often collect insects, mice feces, and mold due to poor moisture management. There could also be off-gassing creating toxic fumes.
Replacing it with fresh insulation that is densepacked into walls, roof rafters or attic floors ensures your home is insulated to code as well as peak levels for both comfort and energy-savings. Sealing the thermal envelope of your home enables it to be warmer or cooler depending on the season. You use less energy and your HVAC, AC, mini split or heat pump system doesn’t have to work as hard, extending its maintenance cycles and lifespan. Of course, the year-round benefit of optimal comfort and energy savings equates to year-round cost savings, which can be up to 50%, and these cost savings can lead to a return on your insulation investment in 3-5 years.
