Control Energy Costs With Ductless Mini Splits

January 3rd, 2015 Posted in Ductless Mini-Split Systems
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Heating and cooling a large home with many rooms can become expensive, especially when many of the rooms are rarely used throughout the day. While it’s convenient to have the entire home on one HVAC system, it can be costly when it comes to energy bills. One way to control these high energy costs is to invest in ductless mini split air conditioning units for certain rooms in your home, reducing energy waste. 

How Ductless Mini Splits Work

Ductless mini splits are smaller HVAC units that work independently of each other. Each unit is equipped with a thermostat and an outdoor compressor or conduit, allowing for easy regulation. These units are perfect for heating or cooling a confined area with less energy use than a whole-home HVAC system. 

Mini splits are ductless, meaning they do not need to be connected to any other HVAC system in the home. This makes them easy to install in most rooms of the home, or in any structure. Even in homes with an existing HVAC system, individual ductless mini split units can offer energy savings on days and nights where only one or two rooms need temperature control. This allows for temperature zoning, and can have a large impact on reducing monthly energy costs. 

Mini splits are great for bedrooms or heavily used rooms in the house. They are also perfect for garages or shops that are outside of the house, offering an affordable way to control the climate in these separate spaces. Talk to your local HVAC service company about how ductless mini split air conditioning units can help you control your energy costs.

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ClimateSmith, LLC
Marietta, GA
(770) 475-9564

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Is the Air in Your Home Making You Sick?

January 3rd, 2015 Posted in HVAC Accessories
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There’s almost always more in the air that you breathe than just the oxygen we need to live. Moisture, dust, mold and many other micro-organisms are also entering your lungs every time you take a breath. In a confined area, like your home, the air can become unhealthy when too many of these contaminants are present in your air, making you and your family sick. 

Controlling the Quality of the Air in Your Home

There are several ways the air in your home can become unhealthy. Dust and allergens can be recycled through your home, collecting more each time the air is circulated throughout the house. Humans and animals create dust, plus excess moisture can cause mold spores to grow and enter the air. All these contaminants can stress allergies and cause health issues. To control these factors, you need a system in place to regulate the air quality within your home. 

Most HVAC systems will have some type of filtration for the air that it controls. However, the filters range greatly in what contaminants they are able to remove. Talk to your HVAC service professional about the level of filtration your HVAC filter is providing, and what additional options are available. 

Humidity is another factor that can compromise the air in your home. Too much moisture can lead to mold growth, which can cause both health issues and damage to your home. Consider investing in a whole home dehumidifier, which can control the level of moisture to reduce the likelihood of mold growth. 

You want the air in your home to be clean and healthy for your family. Schedule an appointment to have your air quality tested by your HVAC professional. Your HVAC service company can offer solutions to ensure the air in your home is efficiently filtered, and at the right moisture level to keep your family healthy.

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ClimateSmith, LLC
Alpharetta, GA
(770) 475-9555

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Benefits of Commercial HVAC Automation

January 3rd, 2015 Posted in Commercial HVAC Service & Repair
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Controlling energy use is important to anyone who owns or manages a commercial building. HVAC automation is one of the best ways to reduce waste when it comes to high-cost energy bills. Although HVAC automation was once used exclusively in large buildings due to the initial expense, new options have made automation affordable for small to medium properties. For any commercial property owner planning a retrofit of their HVAC system or constructing a new building, the benefits of installing an automated energy management system are worth considering. 

Automated Energy Management System Benefits

Although automated energy management systems do cost more at the initial installation, most commercial property owners realize an energy cost savings to cover the cost over only a few years. In addition, there are several other benefits and features that come with using HVAC automation. Some of these include: 

  • Off-site management. Most HVAC automation systems are now web-based, offering off-site management. This gives owners and property managers the convenience of controlling their system from anywhere they have online access.
     
  • Date collection. Automated systems collect data on usage for better energy management.
     
  • Fault detection. Many automation systems offer fault detection alarms to alert managers of any problems.
     
  • Efficiency. Most importantly, automation of commercial HVAC systems allows for better efficiency in temperature control throughout the building, saving off energy costs year-round. 

It’s worth the investment into HVAC automation for commercial property owners, as it affords better control, data and energy savings. Discuss what options are available in an automated energy management system for your building with an experienced commercial HVAC service provider. Adding HVAC automation can increase the value of your property while offering long-term energy savings, making it a wise upgrade to your building.

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JS Thomas Service, Inc
4085 Nine McFarland Dr
Alpharetta, GA 30004
(770) 475-2600

 

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