Making smart decisions about heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems can have a big effect on utility bills and a home’s overall comfort.

LONGWOOD, FL, USA, November 21, 2014 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Service One AC of Longwood showcases a variety of heating products and services that can help homeowners save energy (and money) this winter. As much as half of the energy used in today’s homes goes to heating and cooling. Making smart decisions about heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems can have a big effect on utility bills and a home’s overall comfort.

Founded in 2003, Service One is a locally owned and operated air conditioning, heating, and plumbing company that repairs, services and maintains all makes and models of air conditioning, heating, and plumbing equipment and fixtures. President and founder, Bill Gouty recommends these steps to increase the efficiency of your heating system in preparation for winter:

1. Change Your Air Filter
Check your filter every month, especially during heavy use months (winter and summer). At a minimum, change the filter every three months. A dirty filter will slow down air flow and make the system work harder to keep you warm and waste energy. A clean filter will also prevent dust and dirt from building up in the system.

2. Tune up HVAC Equipment Annually
Just as a tune-up for your car can improve your gas mileage, a yearly tune-up of your heating and cooling system can improve efficiency and comfort.

3. Install a Programmable Thermostat
A programmable thermostat is ideal for people who are away from home during set periods of time. Through proper use of pre-programmed settings, a programmable thermostat can save you more than $150 every year in energy costs.

4. Seal Heating & Cooling Ducts
Ducts that move air to-and-from a central air conditioner or heat pump are often big energy wasters. Sealing and insulating ducts can improve the efficiency of your heating and cooling system by as much as 20 percent.

5. Consider Installing New Energy Efficient Heating Equipment
If your HVAC equipment is more than 10 years old, or not keeping your house comfortable, have it evaluated by a professional HVAC contractor. Replacing your old heating and cooling equipment with energy efficient equipment (that are “ENERGY STAR” qualified) can cut your annual energy bill by nearly $200.

“Heat pumps are an example of the new energy efficient equipment that is gaining in popularity in Florida,” said Gouty. “A heat pump pulls from the ground or outside air temperature to heat your home – it’s a reliable, efficient choice in the South.”

A heat pump transports constantly moving warm air from one place to another, to where it’s needed or not needed. Even in air that seems cold, heat energy is present. When it's cold outside a heat pump extracts this outside heat and transfers it inside. One advantage of a heat pump is that it moves heat instead of generating heat, making it more energy efficiency. Heat pumps are powered by electricity, so fuel consumption is reduced. For example, a Trane XL20i heat pump is among the HVAC industry’s most efficient, with a rating up to 19.00 SEER and 9.00 HSPF.

“Heat pumps are best for moderate climates, like Florida,” said Gouty. “What make the timing ideal is that right now Trane is offering some sizeable rebates – up to $2,500 – toward the purchase of new equipment.” Plus, Service One is offering $1,000 off new AC installations by Trane and up to 60 months interest free financing. “It is a great time to buy heating or AC equipment.”

ABOUT SERVICE ONE: Founded in 2003 in Longwood, Florida, Service One is a locally owned and operated air conditioning, heating, and plumbing company. Service one repairs, services and maintains all makes and models of air conditioning, heating, and plumbing equipment and fixtures. The company serves residential and business customers in Orange, Seminole, Southwest Volusia, North Osceola and portions of Lake Counties. The company recently opened a new location in Orlando at 4556 36th Street, just south of downtown. This new office will service customers from downtown Orlando, south to Kissimmee.

Service One offers flat-rate pricing, with no hidden costs and a 100-precent satisfaction guarantee. Service One Air Conditioning is NATE certified, EPA certified, background checked and backed by excellent customer referrals. Contact: 407.966.4441 or visit www.serviceoneac.com.

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