07/25/2026
The most common direct causes of home energy waste due to your HVAC include:
Clogged air filters: When air can't pass through your HVAC unit and ducts, your entire system has to work extra hard to push air.
Dirty evaporator and condenser coils: This can lead to less efficient heat transfer, which can lead to longer system run times and more energy waste.
Low refrigerant charge: Low refrigerant charge can strain your compressor and cool less efficiently.
Faulty thermostats: Older thermostats that need replacing might have inaccurate temperature readings that cause your system to run when it doesn't have to. It can also lead to short cycling where your HVAC system turns on and off quickly without finishing an entire cycle, causing extra wear on your compressor.
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