An important maintenance task that will ensure the efficiency of your heating and heat pump systems at home and work is to routinely replace or clean filters. Clogged, dirty filters block normal air flow and reduce a system's energy efficiency. With normal air flow obstructed, air that bypasses the filter may carry dirt directly into the heating coil and impair the coil's heat-absorbing capacity. Keeping the filter clean can lower your annual energy consumption by 5%.
Some types of filters are reusable; others must be replaced. They are available in a variety of types and efficiencies. Clean or replace your system's filter or filters every month. The cost of the filter and a few minutes of your time monthly will result in a payback of the annual investment within three to four months.
Energy Currents is prepared by CQI Associates, Energy and Environmental Management Consultants to the Chamber. For additional customer support or information contract Melissa Anderson, Managing Principal at 410-740-0667 or by email at melissa@cqiassociates.com.
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