In addition to being great for the environment, using eco-friendly HVAC settings can also extend the lifespan of your system. There are a couple of ways you can achieve this result.
First, you can turn up your air conditioner when no one is home. Doing this allows your air conditioner to stop working overtime to keep your home cool. We’re not suggesting that you turn it off completely! Instead, turn the temperature up a bit so that your home isn’t quite as cool when you aren’t home. Not only is this great for your air conditioner’s lifespan and the environment, it’s also great for your pocketbook! Reduced energy expenditures will save you money in the short- and long-term.
Another way you can be eco-friendly is to use a thermostat with built-in eco-friendly settings. Nest thermostats have several settings available that make eco-friendly choices easy! This includes an all-encompassing eco mode which prevents the user from lowering the air conditioning temperature below 76. This is particularly handy if someone in your house (*cough* your kids *cough*) tries to lower the temperature without permission. The Nest prevents them from doing so, and it can also be password protected.
Additionally, the Nest also has automatic fan settings that allow you to have the fan kicked on during certain times of the day to ensure air is circulating around your home. This reduces the temperature without turning the air conditioner on.