KVAR Explained Further...
If you are interested in learning about KVAR and why it's important, this post is for you. KVAR is the number at the top of the mathematical problem above. The higher the power factor your property has to the number 1, the more efficient the home is. For example, if your business has a .67 power factor rating, you are likely paying more than you have to for energy. But what about home owners? Are they billed for this too? The answer may surprise you.What is KVAR:
(definition) KVAR Kilovolt-Ampere ReactiveAnd there are those reports of Power Factor not making a difference on residential homes at all. Are they true or false?
While it is true that homeowners are not billed power factor penalties or for apparent power, homeowners ARE billed for inefficient appliances and a/c systems that are still in use. Your power company has no way of knowing whether that refrigerator in your beautiful kitchen is from 1972 or this year. The only way you are billed for your appliances and energy is by your USAGE.- Safeguarding and regulating power surges and spikes during black outs and brown outs. This cost cutting measure protects electrical equipment from getting damaged, deters any fire calamity that might destroy your property or even the loss of life.
- Efficiency and effectiveness of electrical appliances is improved by less overheating and running cooler, this ensures that they will last longer and give optimal service.
- Reduced Kilowatt Consumption on the Overall Property, thus saving you from overbilling from energy you weren't able to use.
- Power Factor Penalty Removed from Energy Bills (for those commercial customers that are billed a penalty)
Why is improving the overall power factor on my property a good idea?
Because now your property is ONLY billed for energy it actually uses and not 1 penny more to the power company! To find out more visit our website today!
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