Did you know that up to half of the energy you use every year is spent on heating and cooling your home? Keeping your heating and air conditioning equipment running efficiently will help keep your energy consumption down. Let's look at five tips for keeping your HVAC systems working efficiently year-round in the Toronto area.



Close Your Windows and Doors

One of the easiest ways to drive up your cooling and heating costs is by having the windows and doors open. These openings allow the hot air of summer and the cold air of winter to get inside. This makes the HVAC equipment work harder than it should. Every extra minute it runs drives up your energy bills.



Calibrate Your Thermostat

The thermostat that controls the heating and air conditioning needs to be calibrated for maximum efficiency. Buy a good quality thermometer and install it next to your thermostat. This will give you a true reading of the temperature inside your home. 



Clean the Coils

The coils on your A/C and heating systems are vital for efficiency. When those coils get dirty, the systems have to work harder just to keep the home at a comfortable temperature. Give the coils a good cleaning or have Maple Air Heating and Cooling do it for you.


Use Smart Programmable Thermostat on Your HVAC

If you are not home, there is no reason for your cooling and heating systems to keep the house at a comfortable temperature. Install a smart programmable thermostat or a timer so the system does not work as hard, it will save you up to 23% on your energy bill!



Clean or Replace Air Filters Regularly

One of the most common causes of air conditioning and heating repair in the Vaughan area is dirty air filters. A clogged air filter does not allow for a full flow of air into the systems. This makes your system work harder and causes wasted energy. 

If you want your air conditioning and heating systems to run efficiently, you need to have the systems maintained at least once a year. Contact us to book your annual HVAC maintenance with Maple Air Heating and Cooling in Vaughan today.