Selecting an Air Conditioner That's Right for Your Home

Don’t be tempted to buy a bigger air conditioner than you need. Instead, choose the most energy-efficient unit that will cool the size space you have. A larger than necessary unit will cost more to run and may not keep your home as comfortable as the right-sized equipment. For help with understanding energy-efficient air conditioning options and selecting the system that’s right for you, contact us, the Westinghouse heating and air experts.

How to Save Energy by Using Your Thermostat

"How well are you using your programmable thermostat? Think about when your family wakes up, leaves the house and goes to bed. Then, set your thermostat to change temperature at these times. Realize winter savings by programming your thermostat to drop by eight degrees when you’re away and when you’re sleeping. In the summer, increase the temperature by seven degrees when you’re away and by four degrees when you’re sleeping. And never override your thermostat or place it on hold. Turning the temperature way up or down won’t make your system heat or cool faster, but it will make it work overtime and wreak havoc on your energy bills. Ask us, the Westinghouse HVAC experts, how to optimize your settings during your next pre-season checkup. It could save you as much as $180 a year. "

Tips on Improving Your Indoor Air Quality

Here’s a shocking statistic from the EPA: indoor air can be two to five times more polluted than outdoor air, and it can threaten the health of your entire family. Start improving the air quality of your home by keeping out things that cause pollution, like cigarette smoke and chemicals. Proper ventilation will also help remove dangerous contaminants from the house. Open your windows regularly, and make sure you have good exhaust fans in your bathroom and kitchen. Finally, consider a whole house air cleaner to remove toxins and improve the overall air quality of your home. Contact us, the Westinghouse heating and air experts, for more information today.