HVAC and heating systems should be used differently at night, or when there’s no one at home, than during the day. Take a look at these tips.
Heating is one of the most important systems that exist in a house, and even in some areas of the country it is absolutely essential. Based on this, the proper regulation of this equipment according to the different periods of the day is essential. Now, what is the ideal temperature for sleeping?
Use of heating at night
In the winter it is cold and, at night, the cold is even more pronounced. This does not mean that you have to sleep with the heating on or at maximum temperature.
First of all, you need to know that the temperature at which the heating is programmed determines the greater or lesser energy consumption. There are different studies that prove that for every degree that the temperature is increased, energy consumption increases by 7%. Based on this fact, the ideal regulation of an optimal temperature has to oscillate between 19 and 21 °C or 66 to 70°F. Even in the room where you sleep, it is sufficient to regulate the heating between 15 and 17 °C, or 59° to 63°F.
Secondly, you should also be aware that air conditioning systems can have a negative or positive impact on the health of the people living in the house. When the temperature is high, the environment becomes drier and causes the skin’s moisture to disappear, leading to problems such as itching and flaking, among others. If you live in an area that is not characterized by low temperatures, it is best to turn off the heating at night!
Using the heating when you are not at home
Is it better to keep the heating on or off when you leave the house? At some point, you may have asked yourself this question without knowing the answer for sure.
Most studies and analyses indicate that it is more efficient to turn off the air conditioning equipment, since keeping it at a fixed temperature requires a continuous supply of energy. This heat input ends up being lost in walls, ceilings, windows and doors.
An optimal solution is to purchase an air conditioning system with built-in programming! This way you can program it to turn on before arriving at the house. The thermostat will allow you to turn on the heating at the time you consider, which could save between 8 and 13% on your monthly bill! Mobile devices also allow, via applications, to regulate the heating temperature by remote control.
Remember that knowing how to control the use of heating while you sleep or when you leave the house is essential! If you do it right, you could achieve greater savings, as well as make a greater commitment to energy efficiency.
