Environmental heating and cooling is an objective for companies aiming to be better corporate citizens. Investing in heating and cooling systems can help a company reduce its carbon footprint and save money. Here are some tips for environmental heating and cooling in San Jose.
Implementing zoning
One of the most common recommendations we offer to our customers is to implement zoning. HVAC systems with zoning configurations only cool and heat the areas of the building that are currently in use. Less energy is consumed when the system is not being operated. Rooms that are positioned near sunlight can be assigned a zone to be inactive during daylight hours when the temperature are higher, avoiding the use of heat. Likewise, the cooling settings can be adjusted to higher temperatures where people are in constant motion and more likely to be warmer.
Setting up a maintenance plan
Implementing a maintenance plan is another way to save energy. Changing the HVAC filters periodically can reduce wasted energy consumption by anywhere between 5 and 10 percent. Clogged filters impact indoor quality. The restricted air flow also causes the HVAC systems to operate inefficiently. It is recommended that the HVAC filters be changed on a quarterly basis to preserve the performance of the HVAC system. Some experts suggest that they be replaced every three months to achieve true energy savings.
Know when it’s time for an upgrade
Sometimes systems can only do but so much when they reach a certain point in their service life. If you find that the repairs are becoming more frequent, then your system may need to be replaced. Upgrading your HVAC system will reduce your energy consumption and lower energy costs. The more energy efficient tend to be the newer systems released in recent years.
Consider retrofitting
Retrofitting your HVAC unit is another option. Advanced control systems and sensors can be added to the existing system. This means that the area is only cooled or heated when ventilation is needed. The sensors gauge fluctuations and temperatures, trigger heating or cooling activities as needed.
If you are ready to reduce energy consumption and are open to exploring the options available, consider implementing any of these solutions. If you have any questions about improving the energy efficiency of your system, call us today at 408-295-2182