What is a SEER rating?

The SEER (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio) measures the efficiency of your heating and cooling equipment. It represents the amount of cooling your system delivers per dollar spent on electricity. SEER ratings range from 13 to 21 — the higher the SEER, the more efficient the system. The total rating depends on both outdoor equipment (heat pump or air conditioner) and indoor equipment (evaporator coil, furnace, or air handler).

How often should I have my HVAC system maintained?

Heat pumps and air conditioners require a professional tune-up twice a year, in the spring and fall. Regular maintenance maximizes the lifecycle of your system and guards against common equipment failures. Inspections should include ductwork, pipes, dampers, valves, the chimney, registers, fans, compressors, coils, and refrigerant lines.

Should I use a programmable thermostat?

Yes. Programmable thermostats are more accurate and efficient than traditional mercury thermostats. They allow you to control your home's temperature at different times of day automatically, so you never forget to adjust settings — saving energy and money.

How do I choose the right air filter?

Standard filters keep your system and ductwork clean but don't significantly improve indoor air quality. A media air cleaner improves dust and particle removal up to seven times over a standard filter, and pleated media filters can remove everything from dust to airborne viruses. Replace disposable filters at least once a month, and wash reusable filters monthly.

What size HVAC system do I need?

System sizing depends on square footage, insulation, window configuration, geographic location, and duct arrangement. One ton of air conditioning can cool anywhere from 300 to 800 square feet depending on your home's construction. Jaguar Heating & Air performs an in-home load analysis to determine the right equipment for your home.

What does the Trane warranty cover?

Under the standard factory warranty, Trane covers parts that fail during the warranty period due to defect. All Trane equipment installed by Jaguar Heating & Air is registered with Trane Corporation to ensure your 10-year parts warranty. With a Jaguar Heating & Air Total Comfort Plan, you get a 10-year parts and labor warranty on your Trane equipment.

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Schedule an Energy Savings Audit Before Turning On Your Heater

In addition to scheduling an energy savings audit before turning on your heater, follow these steps to save even more energy and money this winter.

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The comfortable year-round climate in Sacramento, California, helps households in the state spend 30 percent less than the national average on electricity. High electricity rates also encourage homeowners to cut energy waste where they can. In addition to scheduling an energy savings audit before turning on your heater, follow these steps to save even more energy and money this winter:

Change the Air Filter

A clean air filter ensures your HVAC system doesn't strain itself to create a comfortable and healthy atmosphere in your home. Regularly changing your HVAC system's air filter not only leads to higher energy bills. It also results in more frequent breakdowns and poor indoor air quality. Change your air filter every 90 days to avoid these issues. If you suffer from allergies or asthma, change your air filter every 30 days.

Adjust the Ceiling Fans

In the summer, your home's ceiling fans should rotate in a counterclockwise direction to help make your rooms feel cooler. In the winter, though, they need to rotate in a clockwise direction to do the opposite: make your rooms feel warmer. When you use your ceiling fans correctly, you'll give your HVAC system a bit of a break and help lower energy bills. To save even more energy, remember to turn ceiling fans in unoccupied rooms off. Ceiling fans aren't of much use in empty rooms.

Upgrade to a Smart Thermostat

Manually adjusting your thermostat to save energy and money is a hassle, and it's unnecessary in today's time of hi-tech HVAC devices. Smart thermostats include many features that help you save energy, including automatically adjusting the temperature in your home depending on whether you're in it or away. Smart thermostats also provide detailed energy usage reports. As a result, they help you optimize the way you heat and cool your home.Do you want to maximize your home's energy efficiency? One way is to schedule an energy savings audit before the heating season starts. Contact Jaguar Heating & Air at 916-646-2007 to schedule your visit today and start saving money tomorrow. We're here to help you maximize every BTU of energy your household uses.Image provided by Thinkstock

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