When buying HVAC equipment, it’s easy to get confused about what you actually need. One of the best signs of quality products is the Energy Star logo. The Energy Star label is put on a wide range of products, including central air conditioners, furnaces and programmable thermostats, that meet certain standards.
What Is Energy Star?
The Energy Star program was created to help homeowners conserve energy by promoting more efficient heating and cooling equipment. If you see an Energy Star label on a product, it means that that specific product uses less energy than most of the comparable products on the market.
The label goes farther than just denoting efficiency though. It also considers performance. Products are thoroughly tested not only for energy use, but also to determine if they meet the typical needs of homeowners.
Why Buy Energy Star Products?
When you buy a product with a label on it, even if the product is more expensive than another similar product, you’ll likely save money in the long run and have a better performing product, as well.
This may all sound good to you, but the increase in price upfront might still scare you off. In this case, you need to make sure you research the rebates and tax breaks currently available for you. The program was created by the Environmental Protection Agency and substantial resources have been invested to make efficient homes a reality for most people.
Finally, on top of putting labels on quality products that meet rigorous test standards, Energy Star also offers products that can be used to improve your home’s energy use and improve indoor air quality. This will not only save you money, but will also help improve your health.
If you have any questions about Energy Star and how it can improve your Iowa Park home, feel free to contact us at James Lane Air Conditioning & Plumbing. We’ve been serving homeowners throughout the area for more than 50 years.
