Because of seriously cold winters as well as horribly hot summers, both of us depend heavily on temperature control.
I often switch from running the oil furnace to starting up the air conditioning system with barely a cut in-between.
Heating as well as cooling costs account for approximately 50% of the annual household energy expenses. I’ve taken proactive measures to tighten up the thermal energy as well as reduce energy bills. New windows, insulation, caulk, weatherstripping, new doors as well as replacing the roof have helped to prevent energy waste. My goal is to stop the heated as well as cooled air from leaking out while also keeping the outdoor air from coming in. However, this system also eliminates natural ventilation, then ventilation is essential to healthy indoor air pollen levels. When the same air is trapped inside for weeks at a time, it becomes dirty as well as stale… Contaminants such as dust, bacteria, dander, pollen, viruses as well as mold spores get circulated continually through the heating as well as cooling system. My family breathes these allergens as well as is at risk of headaches, congestion, respiratory infections, coughing, sneezing as well as aggravated symptoms of dust sensitivities as well as asthma. To bring in fresh air separate from wasting energy, I’ve installed a whole-house ventilation system. A ventilator is prefer opening a window with none of the setbacks. It pulls the stale air out of the house as well as upgrades it with fresh, clean air. During the winter, the ventilation plan uses the outgoing air to preheat the incoming air, lessening demands on the oil furnace. In the summer, it helps to reduce humidity levels. Because of the ventilation system, my apartment stays cleaner, fresher as well as feels more comfortable.