{"id":572,"date":"2012-09-04T08:00:57","date_gmt":"2012-09-04T12:00:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dbheatingandcooling.com\/blog\/?p=572"},"modified":"2012-08-31T13:28:13","modified_gmt":"2012-08-31T17:28:13","slug":"emerson-heat-pump-tip-easy-ways-to-lower-your-heat-pumps-energy-bill","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dbheatingandcooling.com\/blog\/heat-pumps\/emerson-heat-pump-tip-easy-ways-to-lower-your-heat-pumps-energy-bill\/","title":{"rendered":"Emerson Heat Pump Tip: Easy Ways to Lower Your Heat Pump\u2019s Energy Bill"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>One of the biggest advantages of a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dbheatingandcooling.com\/heating\/heat-pumps\">heat pump in Emerson<\/a>\u00a0is that it is highly efficient for both heating and cooling. There is always room for improvement, though, so here some tips to lower your energy bill even more:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Get it checked. It\u2019s been said many times before, but it\u2019s always worth saying again: consistent <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dbheatingandcooling.com\/maintenance-programs\">maintenance<\/a> is one of the biggest keys to keeping any appliance running efficiently. Get your heat pump inspected by an Emerson\u00a0HVAC\u00a0professional at least once a year. This will keep it in good shape and provide an opportunity to make small repairs, before they have a chance to turn into big problems.<\/li>\n<li>Keep it clean. When it comes to HVAC equipment, a clean unit is an efficient unit. Check and replace the filters regularly, according to the manufacturer\u2019s instructions. Keep the coils and fan clean. This will also be part of the annual maintenance, but you can \u2013 and should &#8212; do touch up cleaning on your own.<\/li>\n<li>Install a thermostat. A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dbheatingandcooling.com\/air-conditioning\/thermostats\">programmable thermostat<\/a> is a great energy efficiency tool for any home heating and cooling system, not just a heat pump. A thermostat will keep the temperatures lower during the day or any time no one is home, so that you are not wasting heat.<\/li>\n<li>Let it run. It may seem counterintuitive, but turning off a heat pump to save energy may actually do more harm than good. Heat pumps operate most efficiently when they stay running on a regular basis. The components don\u2019t need to take time to spin up, and the refrigerant stays warm so it can keep moving. Your best bet is to have your heat pump connected to a programmable thermostat, program it and then stop thinking about it. You\u2019ll save a bundle over manual operation.<\/li>\n<li>Protect the outdoor unit. The outdoor portion of your heat pump has to put up with a lot from the elements. Strong winds can damage them or negatively impact the efficient operation of the pump, so keep the outdoor unit protected from wind.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These simple measures, in combination with a highly efficient heat pump, will help slash your energy bills. In addition, check to see if your Emerson\u00a0heat pump is eligible for a federal tax credit, which can save you even more money. Call <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dbheatingandcooling.com\/contact\">DB Heating &amp; Cooling<\/a>\u00a0today to learn more about how to save energy with your HVAC system!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>One of the biggest advantages of a heat pump in Emerson is that it is highly efficient for both heating and cooling. 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