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12 Ways To Prepare Your Home for Fall Comfort

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Autumn landscape with a ground covered in vibrant orange and yellow leaves, symbolizing seasonal change and preparation for home heating in fall.

As fall approaches, it’s time to start thinking about how you’ll keep your home warm and comfortable. While you’re still enjoying the last days of summer, now is the perfect time to prepare your heating system for the cooler months ahead. Here are 12 essential steps to ensure your home is ready for comfort this fall and throughout the winter.

1. Change or Clean Your Air Filters
Start your HVAC preparation by checking your furnace filters to ensure they allow air to flow effectively. For central systems, ensure you have clean filters in place and replace them regularly. Most homes use 1- or 2-inch filters, which typically need changing every 30 to 90 days, depending on air quality and filter type. Ideally, check your filter every month. For ductless mini-split systems with washable filters, check them monthly and clean them every two weeks or more frequently if needed to prevent airflow restrictions.

2. Perform a Fall Cleaning
While spring cleaning is popular, fall is also an excellent time to deep clean your home. During summer, pollen and dust can accumulate, impacting indoor air quality. As you prepare to close up your home for winter, focus on deep cleaning floors and dusting to remove airborne contaminants that could cause issues during the colder months.

3. Inspect and Update Outlets and Switches
Take time to have your outdoor and indoor outlets and switches inspected and updated. Replace outdated outlets, especially in kitchens, bathrooms, and outdoor areas, with GFCI outlets for added safety. An electrician can test and replace broken outlets and switches or install a charging station for your new electric vehicle. Consider adding smart outlets and switches with voice activation and professionally installing outdoor outlets for heaters to extend the use of your backyard during cooler months.

4. Check Your Insulation
Your home’s climate zone dictates the recommended insulation levels, measured by R-value. The greater Charlotte area falls between zones 3 and 4, where attic insulation should be between R49 and R60. Inspect your insulation annually for signs of damage from water or rodents, even if it was previously sufficient.

5. Open and Clear HVAC Vents
To ensure your HVAC system effectively circulates air, keep all supply vents open and unobstructed. Maintain at least 6 inches of clearance around each supply vent. During your next maintenance visit, consult with your HVAC technician to determine proper clearances for both supply and return vents. Blocking vents can cause pressure imbalances, leading to reduced efficiency and comfort.

6. Schedule Fall HVAC Maintenance
Routine maintenance is essential to keep your HVAC system running efficiently. This includes cleaning the system, tightening electrical connections, and testing all components. Schedule maintenance with a qualified technician to avoid voiding your system’s warranty.

7. Prepare Your Outdoor Heat Pump Unit
Heat pumps require proper clearance around the outdoor unit to function effectively. Maintain 24 inches of clearance around the unit and 5 feet above it for top-vented units. Regularly clear away weeds, grass, leaves, and any other obstructions.

8. Get Your Ceiling Fans Ready
Ceiling fans are crucial for maintaining comfort during cooler months. Clean the blades and set the fan to spin clockwise on a low setting to circulate warm air throughout the room, enhancing your heating system’s effectiveness.

9. Adjust Your Thermostat Settings
Optimize comfort and efficiency by adjusting your thermostat settings for the changing seasons. Use programmable thermostat settings to lower the temperature while you’re away from home, reducing the strain on your system.

10. Change Your Thermostat Batteries
Replace thermostat batteries once or twice a year to retain your settings during power outages and ensure proper function. A good habit is to change them when switching between heating and cooling seasons.

11. Replace an Aging Unit
As heating systems age, their efficiency gradually declines. Regular maintenance can extend their lifespan, but replacement becomes inevitable as efficiency decreases. Replacing an aging unit before it breaks down can save money and prevent mid-season breakdowns.

12. Fix Known Problems Early
Regular maintenance helps identify components that may not be functioning optimally. Address potential problems early to prevent more extensive issues and ensure your system remains reliable throughout the season.

Acosta Heating, Cooling & Electrical Technicians and Electricians Can Help
People in Charlotte have trusted Acosta Heating, Cooling & Electrical since 1972 to keep their homes comfortable. Our experienced team provides heating and AC maintenance, repair, and installation, including heat pumps, ductless mini-splits, and more. Call to schedule a fall maintenance or heating repair appointment with one of our expert technicians.

Preparing Your Home and HVAC for Back-to-School Season

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Preparing Your Home and HVAC for Back-to-School Season

Are you prepared for back-to-school season? You might have gone school shopping, gotten new lunch boxes, figured out the carpool schedule, and had your calendar already scheduled with after-school and weekend activities, but that’s not the back-to-school season we’re talking about. At Acosta Heating, Cooling & Electrical, we’re talking about getting your HVAC system ready for the seasonal transition from summer to fall.

The end of summer is the perfect time to give your HVAC system the TLC it needs. With the heating system being unused for several months, you want to make sure it’s ready to do its job when you use it more frequently as the weather cools. Read on to learn more about how you can prepare your HVAC system for high-usage months.

Install a Smart Thermostat

As cooler winter temperatures settle over the region, you want to use your HVAC efficiently. One way to lower your home’s energy consumption and optimize your heating and cooling is by using a smart thermostat or programmable thermostat.

When the kids are in school and fewer bodies are home, why heat the home needlessly? Smart and programmable thermostats let you set the indoor temperature to coincide with your family’s schedule. You can keep the home cooler when empty and start heating it right before everyone gets home for the evening. Smart thermostats even learn your household patterns, making it even easier to achieve optimal indoor comfort without you having to lift a finger.

Although many home improvement stores sell smart and programmable thermostats, skip the DIY installation and go the professional route. Hiring a qualified service technician to install modern thermostats ensures they’re calibrated correctly, and you get all the energy-saving benefits.

Schedule a Professional HVAC Tune-Up

As you prepare for back to school, scheduling doctor appointments and making sure everyone has their immunizations, don’t forget to schedule a checkup for your HVAC system, too. Seasonal tune-ups for your HVAC system make a world of difference in performance and efficiency.

During a professional HVAC tune-up, you can expect the technician to clean the unit, replace the filter, and inspect the system for mechanical defects. If the technician finds mechanical problems, they’ll recommend repairs. Most technicians drive fully stocked vehicles and can make repairs on the spot. No need to schedule another service call. Ask your HVAC specialist about maintenance plans for exceptional savings!

Put Filter Changes on Your Calendar

Your HVAC air filter is responsible for trapping allergens, pet dander, and other airborne contaminants and keeping them from circulating through the home. During the cooler months, when people spend more time indoors, it’s important to keep the air clean to boost indoor air quality. Changing the HVAC filter every 30-60 days helps you achieve this goal. Put checking your filter on your end-of-summer to-do list.

Install a Whole-home Purification System

When the kids go back to school, they bring home more than homework and lunch boxes with uneaten apples inside. They also bring home germs and viruses. Installing a home purification system can help you manage airborne viruses and bacteria in your home.

Professional whole-house purification systems, like electronic filters, ultraviolet filters, and HEPA filters, work with your HVAC system and remove nearly 99.9% of the airborne contaminants in the home — and you don’t have to install a new HVAC system. Most whole-house purification systems are compatible with existing heating and cooling systems. An HVAC specialist can help you choose the right system for your home and budget.

Clean Your Ductwork

With the kids home all summer, chances are your home’s ductwork and registers have their fair share of dust buildup. Yes, even if you have an immaculately clean home, you likely have dirty ductwork. It happens because everyone tracks dirt, dust, and other substances into the house. Air filters do a good job of filtering much of the airborne pollutants, but some still get through and can build up inside the ductwork.

Dirty ductwork does more than contribute to poor indoor air quality. Filthy ducts also cause your HVAC to work harder. Anytime your HVAC system overexerts itself, this can cause mechanical problems and shorten the system’s lifespan. Schedule ductwork cleaning to enjoy better HVAC performance and reduce the risk of emergency breakdowns.

Schedule Repairs

Did you have issues with your heating system last winter? Did you put off getting repairs because it was the end of the season, and you didn’t want to deal with the inconvenience or cost? You’re not alone. Many homeowners do the same, but then they forget about the issue. They turn their heating system on, and the first time it has to work overtime, guess what happens? That’s right. The system doesn’t run well or fails to run at all.

Before winter gets in full swing and things get busy, get those repairs made. The problems you had last winter won’t fix themselves magically. Instead, they often come back bigger. When you schedule repairs before the heating season begins, you don’t have to worry about being without heat while you wait for emergency repairs. You have peace of mind that your system’s primed and ready to handle whatever winter throws at it. You also save money because you won’t pay emergency service rates.

Upgrade Your HVAC System

If a new HVAC system has been on your to-do list for some time, there’s no better time to install one than the back-to-school season. One, the kids are out of the house, and you don’t have to worry about getting in the installer’s way or being inconvenienced if the AC is running or the electricity is turned off during the installation.

Two, you have more time to shop around for deals and find a system that fits your budget without feeling rushed. If your heating and cooling system is nearing the end of its lifespan, replacing it before it breaks down completely is more convenient and less stressful.

Contact Charlotte’s Top HVAC Experts

At Acosta Heating, Cooling & Electrical, we know the back-to-school season can get hectic. You have a lot on your plate, and it’s hard to get back into the swing of things. That’s why we want to make it easy to schedule repairs, maintenance services, and other heating and cooling tasks on your to-do list with our online scheduling services.

When you choose to work with our team of experts, you can feel confident knowing your comfort is our top priority. Since 1972, we’ve offered a wide range of home services, including air conditioning, heating, and electrical repair services. We go above and beyond to help our customers get the services they need without breaking the bank, offering specials and financing offers. We back our industry-leading services and solutions with our customer satisfaction guarantee and our passion for getting things done right the first time.

For exceptional HVAC services in Charlotte and surrounding areas, call Acosta Heating, Cooling & Electrical today!

How to Maintain Your HVAC System During Vacation Season

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One of the best ways to relax on a summer vacation is knowing that your home will be safe while you’re away. Part of your vacation planning needs to include getting your HVAC system ready to operate when no one is home. You can take several proactive steps to ensure that your HVAC system will run efficiently and not damage your home if you go away on vacation.

Can You Turn Off the HVAC for an Extended Period?

To save on your electric bills, your initial instinct might be to turn your HVAC off entirely for your vacation. Before you go down that path, you have to think about how hot it might get while you’re away. In Charlotte, NC, the average temperature highs during the summer season range between 86 and 90 degrees Fahrenheit. In a home that is closed up for vacation and without cool air circulating, those high temperatures could trigger all kinds of problems.

For instance, without air conditioning running in a hot home, there could be a risk of elevated humidity and stagnant air, which are the perfect conditions for mold to flourish. If you grow plants indoors, your home’s HVAC systems are vital in keeping them healthy and vibrant. Perishable products and certain electronics might also be a target of pest incursions in stagnant air. These are some of the important reasons why you should leave your HVAC systems on during your vacation.

The Department of Energy recommends keeping your thermostat set between 80 and 85 degrees if you are going on vacation for five days or longer. Running your air conditioning at that level will help keep the humidity inside your home at safe levels.

Prepping Your HVAC System for a Vacation

There are several tasks you can add to your vacation prep list that directly relate to prepping your HVAC systems. Consider the following.

Upgrade to a Programmable Thermostat

The most energy-efficient way to manage your home’s temperature is with a programmable or smart thermostat. These devices allow you to set up a customized schedule for your air conditioning while you’re away. You can set different temperatures for your air conditioning to turn on throughout the day.

The smart thermostat also provides the current temperature in your home. You can check that on the smartphone anywhere you have a Wi-Fi signal. That means you can make adjustments, especially on hot days in Charlotte. This technology helps maintain a home’s living environment and saves money.

Adding a smart thermostat is not a DIY task. If you are unfamiliar with your wiring, you could cause a severe repair problem. Instead, our experienced comfort consultants working for Acosta Heating, Cooling & Electrical should handle upgrading to a smart thermostat. They will be in the best position to recommend the correct device for your home’s size. They will also have it properly installed to fully integrate with your current HVAC system.

Establish a Maintenance Tune-up

It’s a good idea to schedule a maintenance check for your HVAC system with those same comfort consultants. That tune-up will ensure that your HVAC system is operating as it should without any added strain. If there is a potential problem, then it can be corrected in the same appointment. That tune-up provides peace of mind that allows you to enjoy your vacation. It can also minimize the risk of coming home to an unexpected system failure.

Change Air Filters

Clean air filters help increase airflow throughout your home, improving energy efficiency and indoor air quality. This will reduce the risk of allergy-triggering pollutants accumulating in your home while you’re away on vacation. To achieve all those benefits, it would be best to change the air filters before you leave.

Have the Ductwork Inspected


Regular ductwork inspections help you maintain a well-functioning HVAC system. That translates into lower electricity bills and extending the lifespan of your HVAC. A duct leak or other obstruction can trigger problems with the airflow from your HVAC. This is another task to turn over to our experienced comfort consultants at Acosta Heating, Cooling & Electrical. It’s recommended that ductwork be inspected at least once a year. Before you leave on your vacation is the perfect time for that inspection.

Clean Vents and Registers

Another helpful task to take on before you go on vacation is to clean the vents and registers that are part of your home’s HVAC system. Clean vents support efficient airflow. When dust and debris build up on the vents, they can obstruct airflow throughout the home, straining your air conditioning. Clean vents also reduce the likelihood of dust and dander flowing into your home’s air.

Additionally, it would help if you kept all the vents in your home open to prevent an imbalance of pressure. The same can be said for your bedroom doors. Keep them open to promote good air circulation. That is another way to prevent added strain on your HVAC system and keep it running efficiently while you’re on vacation.

Keep the Curtains and Blinds Closed

Before you leave for vacation, you should close all the blinds and curtains in your home. This is a quick task that helps maintain an even interior temperature by blocking out the sun’s rays. That can help improve energy usage. It also shields your furniture and rugs from UV rays and provides added security.

Clean Debris From the Outside Unit

If your HVAC system has a unit that is located outside of your house, you want to make sure it’s clear of debris like leaves, weeds, and overgrown grass. Ideally, you should have at least 2 feet of clear space around the entire unit. You can also use a vacuum with a soft brush attachment to clear out the dirt and dust that has built up on the condenser fins. A final spray with a garden hose will make sure the unit is completely clean.

Returning Home

When you get back home, you might be tempted to crank up your air conditioning to chill down the house. That can put a strain on the system that has been operating at minimum levels while you were away. Instead, take a gradual approach to lower the temperature in your home. If you have your smart thermostat in place, you can make the adjustments when your plane lands.

Schedule Your HVAC Maintenance

Acosta Heating, Cooling & Electrical has been helping homeowners in Charlotte, NC, maintain their HVAC systems since 1972. Our founder, Zeke Acosta, had a simple philosophy: “Do more for the customer than is expected of you.” We bring that philosophy to every service call. In addition to the support we can provide to get your HVAC ready for your vacation, we can help with a complete range of electrical services, including repairs, upgrades, and installation.

Before you head off on vacation, call in our comfort consultants at Acosta Heating, Cooling & Electric to get a tune-up for your home’s HVAC system.

5 Tips for HVAC Maintenance During High-Use Periods

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5 Tips for HVAC Maintenance During High-Use Periods

In your Charlotte, NC, home, you probably rely more heavily on your HVAC system during certain months. For example, your AC unit likely sees heavy usage between May and September, and your heater runs frequently from November through February. During milder seasons, your HVAC system gets plenty of rest. However, in extreme weather, your system faces increased risk for equipment problems and decreased performance and efficiency.

Fortunately, you can maintain comfort and a healthy HVAC system with proactive care. Here are five effective ways to maintain your HVAC system during high-use seasons.

1. Regularly Schedule Professional Heating and Cooling Tune-Ups

Scheduling professional HVAC maintenance is the single most beneficial thing for your system. Expert technicians can tune up both your AC and heating systems at least once a year, ideally before their most demanding season. A tune-up includes a thorough inspection, replacement or repair of components, and preventive measures to avoid expensive repairs later.

2. Replace Your HVAC Air Filters

Regularly replacing your HVAC air filters keeps your system healthy and efficient. Clogged filters make your system work harder, decreasing efficiency and increasing the risk of breakdowns. Replace filters every 30 to 90 days, and check them before high-usage periods by holding them up to a light source. If you can’t see light through the filter, it needs replacing.

3. Clean Your Air Vents

Keeping your air vents clean improves HVAC performance. Dust and debris in vents can block airflow, reducing energy efficiency and causing mechanical problems. Before high-usage seasons, clean all air vents using a screwdriver and a vacuum cleaner with an extension hose. Consider a duct cleaning every few years.

4. Watch Your Monthly Energy Bills Closely

Monitor your monthly energy costs, especially during high-usage seasons. A sudden spike in energy costs without increased usage habits may indicate efficiency issues with your HVAC system. If you notice unexpected increases, schedule an inspection with Acosta Heating, Cooling & Electrical to determine if your system needs repairs or a tune-up.

5. Regularly Check for Air Leaks

Air leaks around your home can hamper your HVAC system. Even small leaks put unnecessary pressure on your system, reducing efficiency and shortening its lifespan. Periodically check for leaks around doors and windows, and use caulking and weather stripping to seal any you find.

Your Trusted Local HVAC Professionals in Charlotte

Acosta Heating, Cooling & Electrical has provided quality home comfort services to Charlotte-area residents since 1972. Our technicians offer maintenance, repairs, and installations for heating and air conditioning systems. We also provide a range of electrical services, including generator installation and repair, EV charger installation, wiring, and surge protector installation.

To learn more or schedule an appointment, contact Acosta Heating, Cooling & Electrical today!

Summer Safety Tips for Homeowners

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The summer season is an important time to rely on your home’s cooling system. A cooled-down home will provide a lot of comfort, help fight humidity, and create a comfortable atmosphere for everyone in the home. As you run HVAC units in the summer, you should keep several safety tips in mind to help prevent issues and ensure your HVAC unit remains safe. Learn some of these safety tips and some of the little things you can do to keep your home protected.

Ensure Proper HVAC Unit Clearance

If you have a central air unit installed at your home, chances are you will have a unit located outside the home. A central air unit located outside your home will provide the proper functions to cool your home and disperse hot air to the exterior. The growth of weeds, bushes, grass, and other plants could impact the performance of the unit. 

Keep the area around an HVAC unit properly taken care of. You do not want plants to grow too closely and create issues for your property. Ideally, you want to give at least a 3-foot buffer all around the unit. Every week or so, do a visual inspection around the unit and do keep the area free from plant growth. In the summer, plants can grow pretty rapidly, so regular inspections can help monitor this growth.

If plants grow too close to the unit, then it could directly impact the performance of your air conditioning. For example, leaves, dirt, and other debris could jam into the air intake system and clog it. The clogs could cause the system to work even harder and may cause damage. Too many plants around the unit could also impact the air filter and the quality of the air you breathe in. If you hire a landscaping company, then you could direct them to properly trim and take care of the area around the unit.

Air Filter Replacements

Dirt and debris from outside the unit are not the only impact on your HVAC unit’s air filter. An air filter provides a key element to the fresh air in your home and can make a big difference in the air quality. On the exterior of your home, dust, pollen, and particles in the air can infiltrate through the HVAC system. On the interior, human hair, pet hair, and everyday dust can also impact air filters.

If an air filter becomes too dirty, then the quality of air in the home could go down. You could breathe in particles and suffer from possible breathing issues. The cool air you supply to your home should also be fresh and clean air. While every filter is different, you should check your air filter at least once a month to determine if a replacement is needed. HVAC professionals can supply you with a brand-new filter that can help catch particles. Investing in an air filter that can catch more will help keep your indoor air as clean as possible and prevent allergens in the air. Technicians may also supply other upgrades like air purifiers or dehumidifiers to make the air even cleaner and better to breathe in.

Leak Inspections

The wear and tear on an HVAC unit in the summer can result in multiple issues, especially if the air conditioner runs on a consistent basis. One of the more common issues to be on the lookout for is an HVAC leak. A leaking unit can not only create hazards around your home but may result in damage to your HVAC unit. Visual inspections can help you spot any major leaks. Leaks can come in both liquid and air forms.

Check the exterior unit for any signs of liquid leaks. The presence of small puddles or standing water around a unit may be a sign of a leak. On the interior, look for any visible damage on the ductwork or vents with your unit. For example, you may notice that one vent pushes out more air than another. This could be a sign of a leak in the ducts. When air doesn’t reach the proper vent, it can cause the HVAC unit to work harder to push more air through and reach proper temperatures.

Not only can you visually spot leaks, but you may smell leaks as well. If you notice a sudden change in the air that includes a musty scent, then you may have a condensation leak in various parts of the unit. Repairs or parts are likely needed to fix the leak and prevent odors in your home.

Thermostat Upgrades

A newer thermostat can provide many benefits for your home. Smart thermostats can feature timers so that the air conditioning only runs for certain parts of the day and puts less stress on the HVAC unit. The thermostat can learn different trends and know the best settings to provide cool air to your home. 

Newer thermostats also include built-in reminders to ensure the proper health of your HVAC unit. For example, a thermostat could feature a built-in timer for air filter replacement. Instead of remembering to check or replace your air filter on a regular basis, a reminder from a thermostat will help ensure your air quality levels remain high.

Smart thermostats also come with the ability to access information right from a smart device. With easy access, you can receive alerts directly on your phone, cut down on energy costs, and know when any issues occur before the problem gets worse.

Summer HVAC Inspections

Instead of doing all the inspections yourself, one of the best safety tips for HVAC units is to rely on professional help. Summer HVAC maintenance can ensure your units run at optimal levels and professionals can detect any issues with a unit. HVAC professionals can help with thermostat upgrades, air filter changes, or leak repairs.

Scheduling an inspection at the beginning of the summer will help you enjoy cool air all summer long and help prevent any major issues. Once you become a customer with an HVAC company, you can easily call them up to inspect your unit for any needed repairs. 

High-Quality HVAC Services in Charlotte, NC

Don’t go through a hot Charlotte summer without help from our HVAC professionals at Acosta Heating, Cooling, & Electrical. Our HVAC technicians can inspect, repair, and install HVAC units to provide your whole home with central air cooling. Our team can supply you with a wide range of indoor air quality services including air filters, air purifiers, air cleaners, dehumidifiers, and more. 

Other services include heating installations and repairs for both furnaces and heat pumps. Our electrical services include panel upgrades, electrical repairs, generator installations, whole-home surge protection, and outlet installation. We offer maintenance plans for any of our services and a plan will help ensure you have service regularly.

Contact us at Acosta Heating, Cooling, and Electrical to find out more about our services and help keep your home cool all summer long.

How to Create a Sustainable Home

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Your home can serve as the foundation for a sustainable lifestyle. After all, heating, cooling, and powering your home will account for most of your carbon footprint. If you want to live a sustainable life, you need to make those processes as efficient as possible. The good news is that you can do so without sacrificing any creature comforts. You can take advantage of modern technology to make your home more efficient. That will slash your power bill and keep your lifestyle as sustainable as possible. The best part is that the process is easy. You just need to pick out the best upgrades for your home and call the professionals to install them.

1. Use Smart Systems

Smart systems give you an easy way to optimize your appliances. Smart thermostats are a great example. They connect to your phone, making it easy to control and optimize your heating and cooling system’s energy use. You can also program them to automatically adjust the temperature when you are out of the house, which conserves energy.

Many of the newer models can even automate that process. They can use sound detection of pings from your mobile phone to detect when and where people are in your home. They use that information to create a program that uses as little energy as possible. Machines are better at that kind of optimization than humans, so the programs can save a lot of energy.

These systems can even send you alerts when they have a problem. Most of them will also send you regular reports on their energy usage. That makes it easy to keep an eye on the system and ensure it is working properly. That saves even more energy because damaged systems are less efficient than functioning ones.

2. Install a Heat Pump

A heat pump is a great alternative to traditional heating and cooling systems for people who value sustainability. They combine heating and cooling, so you do not need to worry about installing and maintaining separate systems. Heat pumps use less energy than furnaces or air conditioners, especially under ideal environmental conditions.

Most homes in the Charlotte area can rely solely on a heat pump for climate control all year. They are most efficient during periods with moderate temperatures. Due to technological advances, heat pumps work effectively in much colder environments than they used to. Heat pumps also work best in larger homes, but finding one that will suit a smaller building is still possible.

If you need help determining if a heat pump is right for you, we can help. At Acosta Heating, Cooling & Electrical, we focus on helping people equip their homes with the right heating and cooling systems. We can assess your home to determine which heat pump will yield the best results.

3. Get Regular Maintenance

Nearly every system in your home will benefit from routine maintenance. For example, cleaning a heat pump’s internal components is important. If those parts get too dirty, the system will struggle to transfer heat, which causes it to use more energy. Most of your heating and cooling systems can have similar problems if you neglect them.

Most of your systems need maintenance twice per year. It can be easy to forget maintenance, so you should get a maintenance plan to simplify the process. We can make that easy. Acosta Heating, Cooling & Electrical offers maintenance services in the Charlotte, NC area. We even offer a preventative maintenance program that you can join for maximum convenience.

4. Try Ceiling Fans

You do not need to rely exclusively on an air conditioner to cool your home. Ceiling fans can often get the job done more efficiently. They work quickly, so you can leave them turned off until you enter the room. Ceiling fans also require less maintenance than many other cooling systems. That makes them a great choice if you want a convenient way to make your home more efficient.

5. Upgrade Your Systems

While many modern appliances and HVAC systems prioritize sustainability, that was not always the case. That means old heating and cooling systems are usually less efficient than modern ones. The difference can be massive, especially if your old system is over a decade old. If your system is that old, you will probably see bigger improvements from replacing it than from trying to maintain it.

The good news is that replacing an old heating or cooling system is easy. If you contact Acosta Heating, Cooling & Electrical, we will guide you through the process. Our comfort consultants will listen to your goals and assess your home to determine the best way to achieve them. We will explain the benefits and drawbacks of your options and answer your questions. You have to decide, but our team will handle the rest. You can simply relax until your new heating or cooling unit is ready.

And don’t forget about electrical upgrades. Newer electrical panels can actually reduce energy waste. You can also invest in a whole-house surge protector. This can help your appliances last longer and protect sensitive electronics.

6. Optimize Your Lighting

Individual lights may not use much electricity, but they add up quickly. If you upgrade all of your lights, it will do a lot to make your lifestyle more sustainable. That usually means switching to LED lights, which are more efficient than traditional incandescent bulbs. They also last much longer, so you do not need to send many old light bulbs to the landfill.

This is a great option if you want to go green while making your home more comfortable. LED lights generate less heat than incandescent lights and are usually much brighter. They offer improved lighting quality, making it easier to go about your daily life.

7. Install an EV Charger

Electric cars are much more sustainable than traditional vehicles, but it can be hard to find chargers. You can upgrade your home to solve that problem. You can install a charging station in your own home. While most vehicles have chargers that connect to standard outlets, dedicated charging stations are faster and protect the car’s battery. They make relying on an electric vehicle much easier without carefully planning your trips around your battery.

Contact Us to Get Started

A sustainable lifestyle starts with a sustainable home, and modern technology makes it easier than ever to go green. If you upgrade your heating, cooling, and electrical systems, you will cut your emissions and power bill down to size. Regular maintenance will keep your new systems operating at peak efficiency for years. Acosta Heating, Cooling & Electrical can help you get started if you live near Charlotte, NC. We have been in business since 1972 because we prioritize customer satisfaction. If you want to go green, our team will examine your home to determine which systems need improvement. Our experience with a wide range of services makes it easy for us to find the most effective options.

Reach out to Acosta Heating, Cooling & Electrical today if you want to create a sustainable home in Charlotte.

Optimizing Your Business’ HVAC System for Its Best Energy Efficiency

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At Acosta Heating, Cooling & Electrical in Charlotte, NC, we understand that business owners always look for ways to save costs wherever possible. We are your local commercial HVAC services company that provides air conditioning repair and maintenance, zoned HVAC systems, and maintenance and repair of commercial heating units, such as heat pumps and furnaces. We can also help you with your indoor air quality issues.

Air conditioning electricity costs in North Carolina in the summer are considerable. Over half of the typical energy costs for a commercial building come from HVAC usage. You can do everything possible to optimize your current heating and cooling systems. Squeezing more productivity out of your HVAC systems and saving money simultaneously is a winning formula. Optimizing your commercial HVAC systems also prolongs their longevity. Saving twice over is the best plan of all. 

The following are some key steps in commercial HVAC optimization to help your business save on energy costs.

Regular Maintenance

An HVAC system with dirty fan, coils, and condenser drain clogs will not run efficiently. In fact, the system will strain during peak demand. The more your unit has to strain to produce temperate air, the more energy you will spend. Regular maintenance issues left unattended can lead to premature HVAC system failure. 

Regular commercial HVAC system maintenance includes several tasks. The most frequent task is filter replacement, which should be done every one to three months. The frequency depends on factors such as the building’s usage and the dust present. 

There are many annual HVAC maintenance tasks our comfort consultants perform:

  • Cleaning coils
  • Checking belts and bearings for wear and need of replacement
  • Clearing clogs from AC condensate lines
  • Checking the refrigerant level and for refrigerant leaks

An annual inspection is also the time to check the electrical connections and recalibrate the thermostat. Fraying connections can be unsafe and cause a house fire. Thermostats that are not working properly also tend to waste energy or fail to regulate the building climate adequately. Other system-specific checks for your furnace include annual checks of the combustion unit, heat exchanger, and blower components.

A typical duct-cleaning schedule is every three to five years. A buildup of dust or signs of mold requires immediate cleaning, as dust harms the system’s throughput. 

Building Envelope Insulation and Sealing

Of course, air infiltration can defeat your purpose even when your HVAC system is optimized to produce climate-controlled air cost-effectively. The outside building envelope needs to be evaluated. You must ensure that your walls and roof have adequate insulation and are correctly installed. Windows that are not energy efficient can be replaced. The window, wall, and door seals must be evaluated and repaired. 

Inspections of the building envelope and sealing can be done visually. An even more rigorous building envelope integrity assessment is through infrared thermography or blower door tests. These tests can determine whether the climate-controlled air stays within the target area and whether outside air is infiltrating the building envelope. Evaluating and addressing building insulation and sealing problems also promotes energy efficiency.

Smart and Programmable Thermostats

When building occupants are not in a room, you can remove some or all of the climate control unless sensitive equipment requires a certain measure of climate control. Programmable thermostats restrict climate control in unused zones at certain times. Smart thermostat systems allow for outside adjustments to climate control. Smart thermostats also track energy usage patterns.

HVAC Zone Systems

Zone systems divide buildings into discrete areas for differential climate control. Occupancy sensors can adjust the heating or cooling in a zone immediately when occupants enter or leave a room. Zone systems negate the need to set a programmable thermostat for a specific time interval. Occupancy sensors work well in fluid working environments with frequent employee movement.

Upgrading HVAC Units

The federal government’s required minimum energy efficiency levels for HVAC units have steadily increased. Older commercial HVAC units are less energy efficient than their current counterparts and must be upgraded to stay within the government’s required minimum energy efficiency levels. In 2023, the new minimum EPA requirements for energy efficiency in commercial heat pumps and air conditioning units were rolled out.

They represent an approximate 15 percent increase in energy efficiency. This process began in 2018 when the minimum energy efficiency standard for commercial air conditioners and heat pumps was increased by 13 percent. That represents a 28 percent jump in minimum energy efficiency for new commercial AC and heat pump units in six years. Thus, a new air conditioning or heat pump unit could represent a 28 percent savings in energy costs for your enterprise. 

In terms of furnaces, the new standard for commercial gas furnaces is at least 81 percent energy efficiency as of 2023. Commercial oil furnaces must be at least 82 percent energy efficient. 

There are important factors to weigh before deciding to replace an HVAC unit. One is the cost of replacement. Another factor to weigh is the efficiency and condition of your current HVAC unit. What is clear is that the drastic increase in minimum HVAC efficiency standards is remarkable. The higher efficiency standards provide a clear incentive for business owners to upgrade systems. 

Variable Frequency Drives

An exciting new technology that can be added to an existing HVAC unit is a variable frequency drive (VFD). Older HVAC units are either cycled on at full speed or off. VFDs can control pumps and fans by changing the fan motor’s speed based on demand. The motors cycle at full speed when the system is experiencing high demand.

As demand decreases, the VFD changes the motor speed to a lower setting to save energy. HVAC systems that are not always running at full speed experience greater longevity.

Heat Recovery Systems

If any processes in your enterprise generate quite a bit of heat, that heat can be utilized in winter to provide some of the building’s warmth at a cost savings. Heat recovery systems direct unused waste heat to either preheat the air entering the furnace or towards direct space heating. 

Geothermal Cooling and Heating

Geothermal heating and cooling are the most energy-efficient means of heating and cooling your commercial space. They rely upon the constant temperature of the earth. Geothermal heating and cooling is the most sustainable form of heating and cooling available with modern technology. It is an option for enterprises with a larger land holding.

Comprehensive Energy Audit

Start with an energy audit by our comfort consultants on your commercial building’s energy efficiency and save valuable capital each month. The audit will evaluate factors such as energy consumption patterns, building usage by zones, and building envelope and sealing information. The results will provide recommendations for maintenance, updates, and upgrades to improve building energy efficiency. 

The Commercial HVAC Company in Charlotte

Here at Acosta Heating, Cooling & Electrical in Charlotte, we are also your local electrical provider. We have proudly served the area since 1972. Our comfort consultants specialize in electrical repairs and installations, including panel upgrades, rewiring, lighting, ceiling fans, and generator work. We guarantee our HVAC commercial work will meet your satisfaction.

When you have questions about commercial HVAC energy optimization, call us at Acosta Heating, Cooling & Electrical in Charlotte. We are here to serve our local business owners and help them save money on heating and cooling.

How to Prepare Your Home for Severe Weather

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Stormy weather comes with a lot of damage and expenses to all homeowners. However, you can reduce the impact you experience through proper preparation of your home. Our pros at Acosta Heating, Cooling, & Electrical in Charlotte, NC recommend getting the necessary assistance early enough. We can help you analyze the condition of your systems and guide you on the required action.

Calling the experts for help early enough is essential for your peace of mind. As the weather worsens, more people schedule last-minute appointments, making it hard to secure an appointment. However, when you reach out in good time, you will have time to prepare and make the necessary changes. We have explained some things you should do to prepare for Mother Nature’s hit.

Surge Protection

During stormy weather, you can expect fluctuations in the power supply system, leading to frequent surges. This can also arise due to lightning since the rush of charge from the sky can hit your house, causing a surge in electricity. If you do not have an appropriate surge protection system, you risk damage to your wiring, electronics, and even the entire property.

The sudden power increase can cause a fire or electrocute anyone operating an electronic at that moment. Therefore, you need to invest in a whole-house surge protection system. This will help absorb and redirect the excess current, thus protecting your home. This way, you can have peace of mind regardless of the power fluctuations.

Backup Generators

We also recommend getting a backup generator that can support your entire home. Severe weather always comes with power outages due to fallen power poles, disconnected lines, or other electrical issues. In most cases, these situations cannot get fixed until the weather clears. Therefore, you need an alternative power source to keep your house systems running while you wait.

With a generator, you can keep your lights, heating, and other essential electronics running during the blackout. Our Acosta Heating, Cooling & Electrical pros recommend getting an automatic generator that immediately takes over the power supply. The system connects to the home’s wiring and immediately switches on when the power supply cuts. This way, you can keep your fridge running and enjoy comfort despite the storm outside.

HVAC Maintenance and Repairs

Do not wait for a storm if you do not know the condition of your HVAC system. You need your heating to be in top-notch shape so you and your loved ones can remain comfortable even during the downpour. Therefore, you should contact our comfort consultants to check your system for faults. A maintenance check reveals any potential issues that may impact the system’s operation. We arrest the problem, thus preventing it from worsening. However, when you already have a problematic system, we recommend prompt repairs to avoid breakdowns during a stormy night. Do not ignore the signs of trouble since they may cost you comfort and peace of mind. Professional repairs can save you from incurring expensive future costs. Your system will also not strain to heat your home throughout the day since you may stay indoors for most of the storm.

Contact expert comfort consultants to fix the following issues:

  • Uneven heating
  • Reduced airflow
  • Unusual noises from the system
  • Slow heating
  • Noisy ducts
  • Flickering thermostat

Indoor Air Improvement

Since you will most likely stay indoors during a storm, ensuring you breathe quality air is essential. Check with our Acosta Heating, Cooling, & Electrical specialists to know what you can improve in your home. We recommend investing in a dehumidifier to help get rid of the excess moisture, especially if it is raining heavily. We also check the HVAC system for leakage in the ducts, which may be the cause of allergens in your house. By sealing the gaps and cleaning the ducts, you can have clean air that will not result in frequent allergies.

Roof Inspection

Another crucial step in preparing for severe weather is getting a roof inspection. Your roofing structure is the contact point for the weather elements, and you need to ensure that it is in top-notch shape. You need to schedule an inspection appointment with a professional roofer to identify any causes of alarm. This appointment is to check the shingles or covering material and every part of the structure. The roofer must inspect even the gutters, flashing, and roof interior.

This way, you can get detailed information on how well the structure can withstand the coming season. If you have a damaged roof, ensure you schedule immediate repairs to fix the weak areas. Seal all leaking points to avoid water damage in the attic or ceiling. It is also crucial to ensure that the gutters function optimally.

Remove all debris and secure the water channels so the excess water from the roof can drain efficiently. A damaged roof also affects your HVAC efficiency. The air seeping through the cracks interferes with the filtered and heated air, reducing the speed of temperature regulation. Consequently, indoor air quality drops, and heating units consume more energy. Therefore, when you fix your roof, you improve the heating capacity for your HVAC system, allowing everyone to stay warm and comfortable.

Pack the Essentials

Since you do not know how long you may stay indoors, it is crucial to have enough supplies to last your family. Ensure you shop for these things early enough and check the expiry dates. Going for the last-minute rush will lead to disappointments since you may forget essential items. Sometimes, they may go out of stock, especially when people start buying items in panic mode.

These are the things you should ensure you have:

  • First-aid kit
  • Non-perishable food
  • Water
  • Extra phone
  • Flashlights and extra batteries
  • blankets
  • Fuel for the generator
  • Emergency money

Secure the House

As you approach the season for severe weather, ensure you protect the outside of your home from damage. The first step is removing all debris, branches, and unwanted items in your compound. These can cause extensive damage when carried by strong winds. You should also trim all trees around your house, ensuring no branches hang over your structure.

Cut off all loose branches, which can easily break off when blown by strong winds. You should also ensure no branches or debris obstruct your vents to increase airflow into the house. Afterward, invest in boards or metal plates to protect your windows from getting hit by stray items. Seal all gaps in the windows and doors with caulk so no cold draft will penetrate your home.

Cold air usually reduces the indoor temperature, making it hard to maintain your set temperature. This strains your heating system, causing it to overwork and consume more energy.

Choose Our Comfort Consultants

Our team in Charlotte provides quality HVAC and electrical services so you can enjoy comfort and peace of mind. We install, replace, repair, and maintain heating and cooling systems in homes and businesses. Our technicians have decades of experience and can help you attain indoor comfort throughout the year. We also provide top-quality electrical services for residential and business premises.

You can count on us for wiring, panel upgrades, ceiling fan installation, installing EV charging stations, and fixing lights and outlets. We attend to each call with the same urgency and work hard to attain customer satisfaction. Don’t hesitate to call us for more information or to book an appointment.

What to Know About Choosing and Using HVAC Air Filters for Allergy Relief

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How to Choose the Right HVAC Filters for Allergy Relief

Did you know that the air in your Charlotte, NC home could be up to five times more polluted than the air outdoors? According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), this is due in large part to fuel-combusting appliances, off-gassing building materials, cleaning and tobacco products, and insufficient ventilation. However, for allergy sufferers, dust, dander, mold, and pollen remain the biggest concerns. The good news is that your HVAC air filter could be an important weapon in your fight against allergy symptoms. With the right filter, you can boost your indoor air quality (IAQ) and eliminate your most troublesome allergy triggers. 

Understanding the Role of HVAC Air Filters in IAQ

Keeping a clean and well-fitted HVAC air filter installed is essential for supporting efficient HVAC performance. These components capture and retain particulate debris so that it doesn’t enter heaters, heat pumps, or air conditioners and cause problems. Without an HVAC air filter in place, carpet fibers, pet hair, dust, and other debris could settle on your air conditioner or heat pump’s evaporator coil, enter your furnace intake valve, or coat your furnace’s flame sensor. Buildup like that often leads to overheating, high humidity, increased energy use, icing, and shutdown. Ill-fitted and dirty air filters can even cause premature equipment failure if used long-term.

The IAQ Benefits of Standard Air Filters

Standard air filters come pre-installed in many air handling units. HVAC equipment manufacturers choose these components for their proven ability to remove the large-sized contaminants most likely to affect HVAC performance. However, their IAQ benefits are limited. Due to the large mesh and modest surface areas of standard filters, many particulates pass right through them. For residents with allergens, standard air filters do little to minimize the concentrations of dander, pollen, dust mites, and other common triggers in the indoor air.

Maximum Efficiency Reporting Values and Filtration Capabilities

Every HVAC air filter manufactured and sold throughout North America is assigned a maximum efficiency reporting value (MERV) rating. MERV ratings denote how effective filters are at picking up micro-fine debris. The lowest MERV rating is 1 and the highest is 20.

Basic fiberglass filters have MERV ratings of just two or three. Many HVAC equipment manufacturers deem these as insufficient for protecting their products and opt for pleated filters with MERV ratings of six to eight instead. 

HVAC air filters with ratings of 10 or higher are a good choice for many people with chronic respiratory ailments. Not only are they capable of capturing smaller particulates, but with their greater density and larger surface areas, they can retain more of them. Upgraded filters last a bit longer than cheaper, low-quality options, and they address a broader range of IAQ concerns.

Filter Upgrades and Airflow Throughout Your HVAC System

While the best IAQ protection comes from high-rated air filters, when you choose a filter with a higher MERV rating, you negatively impact airflow throughout your entire HVAC system. After all, heaters, heat pumps, and air conditioners must draw air through these components before conditioning it. The denser that an air filter is, the harder your heating and cooling equipment must work to do so.

Residential HVAC systems can generally accommodate upgraded air filters with MERV ratings of up to 13. If you opt for an air filter with a MERV rating of 14 or higher, you’ll have to work with an HVAC comfort consultant and make a series of HVAC system modifications. Comfort consultants can choose filters that establish the right balance between optimized HVAC performance and improved IAQ. Comfort consultants can additionally target filter types that work best for specific allergens.

Filters as Integrated HVAC Accessories

Whether standard or upgraded, air filters are essential components. You’ll need to keep an air filter in your air handling unit at all times to maintain your manufacturer’s warranty and prevent airflow obstructions. However, in addition to the filter installed in your system’s air handling unit, you can also install integrated HVAC accessories like air purifiers, air scrubbers, and media filters. These products are attached to or installed in HVAC air ducts, and they filter conditioned air just before it’s distributed.

Air Purifiers and Air Scrubbers

Air purifiers and air scrubbers offer whole-house air filtration that targets common allergens, larger particulates, gaseous chemicals, and airborne pathogens. These units deactivate mold, bacteria, viruses, and volatile organic compounds (VOCs). To support allergy sufferers, they also eliminate all dander, pollen, dust, and dust mites. They have complex, multi-layer designs, dense constructs, and secondary air-cleaning capabilities. Some release sanitizing, peroxide-based solutions, and others use ionic air-cleaning or ozone-generating technologies. 

HEPA Filters and Other Media Filter Types

HVAC air filters with MERV ratings of 17 or higher are often used in commercial and industrial facilities. You’ll find these in clean rooms, laboratories, hospitals, and manufacturing facilities. High-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filters have MERV ratings of 17. They work well in commercial and industrial applications, but there are also HEPA air filters for residential use. They’re often sold as in-duct media filters, and according to the EPA, they eliminate 99.97% of common airborne contaminants.

Comfort Consultants and IAQ Assessments

Both allergies and the related IAQ concerns can look different for each person and home. Thus, the best way to eliminate the allergens that trigger unpleasant reactions and symptoms in your household is to take a needs-specific approach. HVAC comfort consultants do this by performing comprehensive indoor air quality assessments. These assessments:

  • Identify the allergens, pathogens, and chemical contaminants present
  • Quantify their concentrations
  • Measure indoor humidity
  • Pinpoint the most likely sources of indoor contamination

How to Use Upgraded Air Filters Effectively

Not all IAQ concerns are resolved with enhanced air filtration. In most cases, it’s also important to address the underlying causes of airborne allergens. For instance, if your allergies are triggered by pets, you may need to isolate litter boxes, play structures, beds, and other heavily contaminated items. Brushing pets often and outdoors can limit the amount of fur and dander in your home. It will also help prevent your HVAC air filter from quickly becoming overwhelmed.

If mold triggers your allergies, you should schedule a whole-house plumbing inspection and address all slow and hidden leaks. You can minimize dust and pollen in your home by properly landscaping your yard and tightening the building’s envelope.

HVAC Maintenance and Filter Performance

Among the best ways to promote optimum air filter and HVAC system performance is by scheduling routine maintenance. All of your HVAC equipment should receive professional maintenance service at least once annually. You should additionally inspect your air filters every two to four weeks and change them as needed. In the typical home, standard air filter changes should occur every one to three months or more often.

Get a Customized Plan for Improving Your Home’s IAQ

The right air filter could lead to less sneezing, sniffling, and coughing, and fewer bouts with itchy, watery eyes, irritated skin, and nasal or sinus congestion. For a customized plan for improving your IAQ, contact our comfort consultants. We offer exceptional heating, electrical, and air conditioning services in Charlotte, NC and the surrounding areas. We also provide advanced indoor air quality improvements. Get in touch with Acosta today to schedule an appointment

The Benefits of Variable Speed Motors in HVAC

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Air conditioners and furnaces are not built the same way they used to be. Upgrades in technology have dramatically shifted how you can receive heating and cooling in your home. One of the main benefits associated with these improvements is the use of a variable-speed motor. While you will rarely see these motors, the use of them in HVAC systems has completely transformed homes for the better. Not only are they becoming the new standard in HVAC technology, but variable-speed motors come with a number of advantages directly geared toward the homeowner.

Learn about these advantages to better understand the technology and all the benefits you’ll derive when you have a new HVAC system with a variable-speed motor installed.

Improved Efficiency

The main advantage of variable-speed motors is improved efficiency in heating and cooling. This greater efficiency will reduce your carbon footprint and also help lower your energy bills. The variable-speed motor uses special technology to achieve this. Instead of turning a furnace or AC on and off to heat or cool a home, a variable-speed motor operates nearly constantly. While this may sound counterintuitive to saving energy, it runs at a slower speed than a traditional single-speed motor. Running constantly at this slower speed actually uses less energy than it takes to start and stop a furnace or air conditioning system.

The constant flow of air will keep homes feeling more comfortable and allow houses to heat or cool faster. You do not need to wait for a furnace to start up and deliver heat. The continual process allows the air to flow seamlessly. Imagine hot air and cold air as two different liquids like water and dish soap. If a single-speed motor remains off, then the hot air will rise up while the cool air descends, and the two separate.

With a variable-speed motor, you will have a constant mix of air that flows through the home and adds more comfort. The visual of the water and dish soap is now a constant mix. This means it will take far less time to reach the temperature set by your thermostat, resulting in lower energy costs and improved efficiency.

When one of our comfort consultants installs a variable-speed motor system in the Charlotte area, they can coordinate it to your house, eliminate cold spots, and improve the overall comfort levels in your home. The constant movement of air allows rooms to reach an optimal temperature faster. Once the temperature does reach a certain point, the furnace or AC will not just shut off. The constant flow of air will prevent temperatures from rising or dropping too fast. This means that you do not have to constantly toggle with the thermostat or sit uncomfortably in rooms of your home.

Chances are, you have specific rooms that often feel too cold or too hot. The installation of an HVAC system with a variable-speed motor can eliminate this and completely change your home for the better. In some cases, you may have additional thermostats installed to better zone those rooms and provide hot or cool air to the spaces.

Reduced Furnace Noises

If you’ve lived in your current Charlotte house for a while, then you are probably used to the sound of a furnace kicking on and the rush of air flow that comes through the vents in your home. Even if you hear those sounds every day, they can become annoying.

The use of a variable-speed motor installation will help reduce a lot of that noise. The fan runs constantly, so you do not need to get startled or frustrated with loud noises or clangs that occur when a furnace kicks on. The fan runs at a lower speed, which reduces the sound overall. You are not forced to deal with loud noises on a regular basis. Your home can enjoy proper heating and cooling without all the noise pollution that often comes with it.

The end result will be to create a home that feels comfortable without all of the commotion. If you have a furnace located in the basement, you can enjoy that space without so many disturbances. For example, if your laundry room is also located in the basement, then you will not have to deal with a loud annoyance when you go to do laundry or fold clothes. If you have a finished basement, then the other rooms in the area can benefit from the noise reduction as well.

HVAC Wear and Tear

The loud noises you hear in a single-speed furnace motor not only cause disturbances to your ears, but they are not great for the furnace either. The sudden starting and stopping of a furnace can create a lot of wear, especially in the motor and other moving parts. This can result in a shorter life for the equipment and the need for more repairs down the line.

With a variable-speed motor, a furnace does not go through the same wear. The constant moving of the motor at low speeds has very little impact on the other parts and can help extend the life of a furnace for much longer than a single-speed motor design allows. So, not only will you save money on the efficiency of your furnace, but you will also save money on repairs and replacements.

Along with the performance improvements, a new furnace or AC with a variable-speed motor will come with a warranty as well. When you contact an HVAC company, you can inquire of their comfort consultants about the warranties that are available. Some may cover parts and labor for any repairs or changes needed in your Charlotte home.

Improved Air Quality

In any home, stagnant air can create issues. The air can dry out and become dustier. Your overall air quality could diminish, and air quality issues could cause health concerns like coughing or headaches. A variable-speed motor installation can improve your air quality in multiple ways.

The first improvement is with the constant flow of air. When the fan in the motor constantly runs, the air is moving through your home. This helps distribute fresh air and creates a healthier environment.

A new heating or cooling system with a variable-speed motor will come with an air filter. This will continually help prevent dust and other particles from blowing through your home. That will result in much better air quality for every room of the house. When you pair a variable-speed heating or cooling system with other devices like a humidifier or dehumidifier, you can enjoy the best air quality and ensure you breathe fresh air while inside your space.

Trust in trained comfort consultants to help install new HVAC systems with variable-speed motors in the Charlotte, NC area. We can remove your old system, install the new system, and go over all these benefits in person. We also offer a wide range of other services, including air conditioner and furnace repairs and maintenance, smart thermostat installation, and a complete range of electrical services. Reach out to one of our experienced comfort consultants at [company_name] today to schedule an appointment.