Some people shy away from buying a bigger home in Kyle, Texas, because of the cost of utility bills. What they don’t realize is that a bigger home doesn’t always mean higher energy bills. Many factors contribute to a home’s utility costs.
Efficient Homes
If your family has outgrown your current home, house-shopping for an upgrade is fun and exciting. What holds some people back is the concern that a bigger home will mean higher utility bills. Although size does contribute to the amount you pay for your utilities, it’s not the only factor at play. The home’s efficiency has a much bigger impact on your utility bills. The insulation, windows, and HVAC unit are just as important or more so in determining your monthly utilities.
How Size Matters
Bigger houses need larger HVAC units to heat and cool them. If the HVAC unit is the wrong size or aging, it has to work harder to heat and cool your home, driving up your energy bills. With larger homes, some people choose to use a zone system to help control costs. This system allows the homeowner to monitor and change the temperature in different parts of the house, which saves energy instead of heating or cooling the entire home to the same temperature.
New Builds
If you’re building an addition to your home or constructing a new home, you have control over the HVAC system and can invest in ways to keep your monthly costs down. If you’re adding a home addition, consider using a ductless mini-split in the room so you can control its temperature without having to add ductwork. If you’re building a new home, make sure the builders are aware of energy-efficient insulation, windows, and HVAC systems to help keep monthly costs down.
If you’re building a new home or shopping for a new HVAC system, we are the people to call. Contact Woods Comfort Systems at 512-842-5066 to schedule an appointment today.
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