excessive power consumption

by Tom
(North Bend, Wa)

Rheem RPNL-024JAZ
System seems to work fine, but, seems to cause a large increase in power consumption. Our electric bills have increased substantially since installation.

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Jan 06, 2019
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by: Anonymous

internal fan runs all the time even with thermostat off
Jun 24, 2015
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by: Tom

air conditioner and heat pump were added over a year ago. the power company has been out and checked the house for efficiency, replacing light bulbs and such. Windows were upgraded 5 yrs ago...
Jun 22, 2015
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by: Michael

What kind of unit did you have previously? Was it comparable to what you have now?

If it is operating the same as your previous unit, your bills should most likely decrease due to better efficiency achieved over the last few years.

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