If you’ve been wondering, “Is there an HVAC repair near me?” Then you may want to consider an HVAC upgrade as well. Some of the best HVAC upgrades can not only make your home more comfortable but they can also offer you a way to save on energy costs.

You can never ignore comfort when it comes to the temperature of your home and investing in an HVAC upgrade can ensure you’re comfortable all year round.

Invest In A Smart Thermostat

One of the best gas or electric furnace upgrades is a smart thermostat. You can use these devices to program your cooling and heating on a specific and flexible schedule which can reduce energy waste when you are out of the house.

You can even adjust the temperature in your home when you’re on the go too from your smartphone. And a lot of smart thermostats provide a monthly usage report that you can consult and see where you need to make changes to save money.

By using a smart thermostat you can save up to 10-15% on your overall annual energy costs. I’m sure you’re wondering how much one costs, they cost around $80-$100. The cost of the device depends on the features you are wanting.

And remember to check with your energy provider, there are some companies that will install a smart thermostat for free.

Install Smart Vents

Smart vents are used to replace the air vents in your home and they actually connect to your smart thermostat. Smart vents ensure you have energy-saving intelligence in every single room of your home. Depending on your settings, the smart vents can open or close.

This means if a room isn’t being used you can set the smart vents to close in that room so you’re not cooling a room that’s not in use. By using smart vents you can save 20-30% in energy costs. However, it’s more reasonable to expect a 5-10% savings in energy costs.

Invest In A Variable Speed Blower

A variable speed blower when installed in a furnace can offer around 60% less energy than a single-speed blower. This type of fan upgrade means that the blower can run at different speeds depending on the current temperature.

Your standard blower actually can only run at full speed or they don’t run at all, and a variable speed blower tends to start at a lower rate for the first 10-15 minutes. However, if there needs to be more heat it will turn to full power.