Optimal energy efficiency relies heavily on regular HVAC maintenance. An efficient system is an optimal performer. Technicians can help keep your system performing well by spotting and fixing minor problems before they escalate into major ones. Their training enables them to make small adjustments that result in big energy savings. "Big" here means "not very much at all if you look at it in the right way; significant because the costs add up." Consider the filters and coils. Clean filters mean better airflow throughout the system, which allows for the entire system to operate with less energy when heating or cooling your space.
The financial advantages of routine care for HVAC systems are significant when looked at over the long term. Bills for energy typically decrease when systems receive regular, professional maintenance. A maintained system undergoes far fewer breakdowns and repairs. The lifespan of HVAC equipment seems to stretch on and on when it is properly and routinely maintained. By pushing back the replacement date for the system, maintenance saves the building or facility significant sums. The return on maintenance far exceeds the initial investment.
The critical factor in the oversight of HVAC systems is their environmental impact.
Systems that receive proper maintenance produce lower levels of carbon emissions.
Ensuring that routine maintenance is performed on the system can help avert the possibility of a refrigerant leak from the system into the atmosphere.
Fuel consumption for operation is less in clean systems.
The overall environmental footprint of your building is reduced by operational efficiency.
Sustainable practices are the focus of today's maintenance methods.
The global energy conservation effort receives a significant boost from HVAC systems that are in good repair and operating well.
There are several vital reasons why keeping your HVAC system in good running condition tends to make it much more energy-efficient. The first has to do with cleanliness. A system that's clogged with dirt, dust, and other debris simply can't do its job as well as a clean system can. A dirty system is, in fact, an "overloaded" system, and an overloaded system consumes excess energy. An overly dirty filter in a central forced-air system cannot allow enough air to get through, causing the fan motor to strain and use extra energy to overcome the resistance. And not just the filter; everything in the system needs to be clean for it to use as little energy as possible.
The maintenance of HVAC components is closely associated with the calibration and adjustment of those components. From the perspective of the maintenance of energy systems, the efficiency of HVAC system operation is maintained through calibration and adjustment of the units' components (Savory et al. 15). Maintenance staff accomplish this, first and foremost, through their understanding of the configuration of the system; maintaining staff must know where the system components are located and how they work, both together and separately.
In the following section, I will relate how calibration and adjustment, as aspects of maintenance, directly affect system efficiency and the waste of energy (Savory et al. 15). I talk about maintenance because, ultimately, efficiency and the waste of energy are directly associated with those aspects of the operation of HVAC systems.
Timely detection of potential issues through consistent maintenance prevents significant efficiency problems from developing. Regular inspections conducted by skilled technicians allow for the identification of worn parts, failing components, or other problems that might have developed to the point where they waste energy in significant amounts.
Even small problems can lead to significant energy waste if they are not addressed in a timely manner. For instance, faulty ductwork can waste as much as 30% of the energy that is used to heat or cool a space. Regular maintenance could have found and fixed this small problem before most people would have even known it existed. Hence, it earns like duct problems the moniker "Small Problem, Big Effect on Energy Efficiency."
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When dust and debris clog air filters, your HVAC system must exert itself to push air through and, consequently, use more energy. Optimal airflow relies on regular cleaning or replacement of filters, which ensures that the system isn't overworked. Airflow overand through motors and components is necessary to cool these devices and maintain their long-term reliability. Energy efficiency can see a 15% boost from this basic maintenance task, while it also helps to keep the indoor air high quality.
Your HVAC system needs just the right amount of refrigerant to work efficiently; not enough, and not too much. If the level is low or high, your system must work harder and use more energy to achieve effective temperature control. You wouldn't expect your car to run well with an improper oil level, and the same holds true for your system. Only with regular maintenance can you be assured that your refrigerant is at an optimal level and potentially damaging energy waste isn't occurring.
An HVAC system has many parts that move, and those parts need to be lubricated properly in order for the system to work efficiently. If any part of the system becomes worn or dry, the part's surface creates friction that forces the system to draw more energy in order to function when it should be functioning at capacity. Maintenance of the HVAC system then includes lubrication of all moving parts and enforcement of tightening any connections that are electrical in nature; this is essential energy efficiency work.
Dirt and debris build up on the evaporator and condenser coils of your system, like the insulation on a pipe, reducing heat transfer efficiency. Hose them off! Otherwise, your system will run longer to do the same amount of work, and you'll pay for the privilege.
Your system performs best when it receives regular, routine maintenance. That is because all the components work better when they are clean and adjusted precisely. They draw less energy to do the same job. When all the parts of the system are happy, there is no energy hogging, and the system does not seem to push too hard to get the same amount of heating or cooling to you. And it's not you pushing the system too hard; it's just the system being kept too far out of its "happy" range.
The majority of HVAC experts suggest that homeowners should have their systems serviced at least two times per year—one time prior to the heating season and one time before the cooling season. This maintenance enables the identification of potential issues prior to their escalation. Moreover, it re-establishes the optimal operation of the system and ensures the efficiency of energy usage and the prevention of its unexpected breakdown. Professional maintenance enables all mechanical components of the system to function well and guarantees the absence of huge repairs in the near future.
Important upkeep duties involve cleaning or substituting air filters, inspecting refrigerant levels, cleaning condenser and evaporator coils, and lubricating moving parts. These duties enable the system to run more smoothly in the energy domain and help the system perform the same cooling or heating tasks with less energy. Additionally, electricians and the air conditioning technicians perform other tasks that relate to the overall system's performance, including tasks that relate to (1) electrical connection fidelity; (2) thermostat calibration (checks to determine that the thermostat is working properly); and (3) ensuring that nothing is obstructing airflow anywhere in the system.
Cleaning the HVAC system component prevents a buildup of dust and debris and keeps sensors and controls working properly. These must-have cleanup tasks are obvious, but everything else that someone might do to an HVAC system must be done with a mind toward the cleanliness of the system. A clean system is an efficient and effective system. The efficiency and effectiveness of a system can also be degraded by contaminants in the air that are being conditioned.
HVAC systems that are well-maintained do a better job of cutting operating costs than those that aren't maintained. Annual energy savings in the range of 15-20% is not uncommon. Moreover, a good maintenance program will typically pay for itself in avoided repairs and extended equipment life. When talking here about a maintenance program that "pays for itself," the payback is more than just the dollar savings. Avoiding system failures and "emergency" repairs has a huge impact on just-in-time cash flow, and on peace of mind.
Unconventional sounds, erratic temperatures, climbing energy bills, and thwarted airflow suggest that your system is trying to tell you something. If you have begun to notice that the system is working in overdrive—cycling on and off more frequently, for example, or struggling to maintain temperatures that the thermostat registers as "comfortable"—then you may need to call in a professional. The things that are going wrong are making your system work much too hard and therefore use too much energy. So, in addition to seeking out the underlying causes of the noises, temperature fluctuations, or poor airflow, the professionals you call will be looking for energy efficiency remedies that will help your system do what it's supposed to do.
Proper lubrication decreases friction in parts that move, allowing the system to work more smoothly, with less energy needed to overcome resistance. The lessened friction means the system does not have to work as hard to do the same cooling or heating job. Better lubrication also means less wear and tear on the components, which should extend their life and the system's life. This is also significant from an energy point of view. Lessening the energy needed to do the work means the system should be more efficient overall.
The HVAC system can run most efficiently when there's nothing in the way to block airflow—for example, a dirty air filter. Clean air filters allow for maximum airflow and reduce the strain on your HVAC system. Clogged filters force the system to work harder to move air, increasing energy consumption. If you want the best performance from your system and ideal energy efficiency, you should change the filters regularly—most folks recommend every 1-3 months, depending on conditions and usage.
Refrigerant is necessary for efficient heat transfer and system performance. If the levels are too low, this forces the system to work harder to cool or heat your space, thus consuming more energy. Leaks can significantly reduce the efficiency of your system, and if too much time passes before you're able to get the problem fixed, the compressor could be damaged beyond repair. That's just one more reason to get your HVAC system checked regularly.
Thermostats that you can program and that are "smart" allow you to control temperature with more precision and reduce energy waste. Devices of this kind can automatically adjust the temperature based on your schedule so that they are not heating or cooling when no one is home. Some report your energy usage back to you, and all of them learn from your adjustments (which may be much smarter than what our human brains can come up with) and serve you better over time. Regular HVAC maintenance is a good companion to these energy-efficient devices.
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