Trying to oversee the temperatures and energy costs in your house can be tricky. There’s one approach many homeowners give a shot to try to come to a solution—closing the vents. Whether you are trying to force cooler air to different spaces or looking for ways to lower your monthly energy bills, closing vents might seem like a good solution.
But you might want to think again.
According to ENERGY STAR, while you might feel some difference in your home, closing the vents could potentially be harmful. It can make your system work harder than it should, or the air will find another way out, like through leaky air ducts.
Closing vents also doesn’t benefit energy efficiency. Your system is still going to work hard to push that same amount of air out, so it could actually increase your energy costs. Keep in mind that every home and situation is different. If you have questions, you can call a qualified technician to take a look.
However, you’re in luck! There are other solutions to meet your needs. Here are a couple options that we offer:
- Zoning Systems – This is a great solution if you have multiple stories or larger floor plans. The zoning systems lets you identify sections or areas of the home and set different temperatures to help maintain home comfort. This also helps with monthly costs, because you won’t be heating or cooling areas of the home that aren’t being used.
- Mini-Split Systems – If you’ve added an extra room or space that doesn’t allow you to extend your ductwork, mini-split systems can offer the additional heating or cooling you need. Even better, installation is pretty easy. The only components required are an interior unit on an exterior wall and an outdoor condenser unit.
If you are having trouble keeping your whole house at a comfortable temperature in Norco and St. Charles Parish, give Mayeuxs AC & Heating a shout. Our team can help review the situation. You can also book an appointment with us online. We’ll walk you through your options and discuss the best path to meet your home comfort needs!