The efficiency of any HVAC system is relative depending on what parameters one focuses on during their analysis.
Generally, an efficient system will heat or cool the space it is intended to without consuming too much energy.
This means that the monthly bill that will be registered will be reasonably affordable and manageable. With this in mind, one may wonder how achievable such a goal is. Is it convenient to have an AC that serves you optimally without forcing you to spend too much money on it? Well, to understand if your current HVAC unit is efficient or not, you may need to consider a few essential factors. First, you may need to test the efficiency by turning the AC unit on and place the thermostat on the register. The aim is to find out how cool the temperatures get. Your AC should cool your home; thus, the reading on the record indicates the lowest temperature it can get since the register is the coldest part of the house. Make sure the thermostat stays on the registers for not less than 5 minutes to get a true reading. Next, repeat the thermometer reading at the return vent section and leave the thermometer there for about 5 minutes. You will get an average reading that indicates the cooling capacity of your thermostat. To know how efficient it is, check to see if the cool air 15degrees cooler than the temperature of the rest of the air. If so, then you can rest easy knowing that your AC works as it should. You can then improve the AC’s efficiency if you feel that it is not up to standard by adjusting a few things through maintenance.