Tips

What should be in a Home Comfort System:

Reliability - Chances are, your heating and cooling system is the most expensive equipment you will purchase for your home. That's why it's important to choose proven products from a reputable manufacturer.
Efficiency - A new ENERGY STAR® labeled system, when properly sized and installed, can save on your annual heating and cooling costs.
Quite Operation - Look for technologies and features that help keep operating sound at a comfortable level.
Consistent Temperatures - Variable speed and/or two-stage systems give you the assurance of precise temperature control.
Balanced humidity - Chose a thermostat that controls both temperature and humidity. You might also consider a variable speed and/or two-stage comfort system and dehumidifier.
Proper Airflow - A typical furnace motor runs at one speed and circulates a constant volume of air, so it responds to changing comfort demands by repeatedly cycling on and off. This frequent cycling increases air stratification and stagnation. For optimal air circulation, choose a variable speed model.
Healthy Air - One of the best ways to combat indoor pollution is to attach an air cleaner to your furnace or air handler.

Clear leaves, brush and dirt from inside your air conditioner's top grille.
Trim nearby shrubs and bushes to allow clearance around the A/C unit.
Replace your air conditioner filter once a month. Dirty filters restrict air flow and can waste energy.
Set the thermostat to cooling and run your air conditioner a few minutes to make sure it's working.
If you use a room air conditioner, install it on a north-facing wall to keep it out of the sun.
Schedule an annual checkup of your air conditioning system.
When you replace your air conditioner, look for an ENERY STAR® qualified model to help reduce cooling costs.

*Source:www.lennox.com