Energy Star Program

Because of concern over air pollution and increasing energy usage, the Department of Energy (DOE) together with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) developed the Energy Star program. The Energy Star logo was born to provide a simple, instantly recognizable symbol that allows consumers to differentiate high-efficiency equipment that saves them money and simultaneously helps the environment. Wasting energy to heat and cool your home not only wastes your money, but also contributes to the air pollution problems such as smog, acid rain and global warming.

It is true that higher efficiency equipment is more expensive than standard efficiency equipment. You may think that Energy Star rated equipment is out of your budget. By the time you figure in your monthly utility savings resulting from installing higher efficiency equipment, the higher efficiency equipment becomes very affordable. Knowing that you are doing your part to help the environment is a bonus that will benefit many folks for years to come.

Keep in mind that the most important part of purchasing new heating and cooling equipment is to have the equipment properly sized for the home. The significance of this point cannot be emphasized enough and your contractor should discuss this with you. Ensuring proper sizing now, will help you keep your cool later on.

Look for the Energy Star label and feel good about your decision.

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