I could use some advice
Posted: Sun May 27, 2012 9:47 pm
I just purchased a mobile home in November 2011, it's a Schult manufactured in 2003. It is on an above ground concrete foundation.
The furnace is hot air propane and it also has a central AC unit outside. Considering how mild this past winter was I was horrified to see my propane bill and can't even imagine what it would cost for a bad winter. The furnace is a tall slim style Miller. The AC unit looks in poor condition considering the condition of the rest of the home, the top is fairly rusted.
The main problem with heating with propane here is it's not regulated and although the furnace didn't go on and off frequently when it is on the meter spins like a top gone mad.
The AC doesn't seem to be any better off as when I turned it on it took over 6 hours to cool the home off in the on position not the auto position. Quite frankly I didn't even have it set all that low, I had it set at 75 and the outdoor temperature was under 90.
I would appreciate any input on where to start insulating or equipment. Thank you.
The furnace is hot air propane and it also has a central AC unit outside. Considering how mild this past winter was I was horrified to see my propane bill and can't even imagine what it would cost for a bad winter. The furnace is a tall slim style Miller. The AC unit looks in poor condition considering the condition of the rest of the home, the top is fairly rusted.
The main problem with heating with propane here is it's not regulated and although the furnace didn't go on and off frequently when it is on the meter spins like a top gone mad.
The AC doesn't seem to be any better off as when I turned it on it took over 6 hours to cool the home off in the on position not the auto position. Quite frankly I didn't even have it set all that low, I had it set at 75 and the outdoor temperature was under 90.
I would appreciate any input on where to start insulating or equipment. Thank you.