Spend Less to Stay Cool
Summer is here, and households will rely on their air conditioning for comfort. Air conditioners make up a large percentage of a home’s energy expenses to keep homes cool. However, there are several ways to improve their efficiency and lower cooling costs without sacrificing home comfort. Here are a few tips to help homeowners keep their homes cool while saving money.
Use Ceiling Fans
Ceiling fans are standard in most homes and can be an easy way to help stay cool and lower energy bills when used along with the air conditioning system. However, people should be sure to use the ceiling fans correctly. In the summer, fans should be set to spin counterclockwise.
Using ceiling fans and air conditioning simultaneously allows homeowners to turn up the thermostat to reduce their air conditioner’s energy usage without sacrificing cooling and comfort. This can lead to energy bill savings since ceiling fans use significantly less power than air conditioners.
Change Air Filters
When an air conditioning system runs more efficiently, the energy efficiency is reflected in lower energy bills. One crucial way to keep an air conditioner energy efficient is with routine air filter replacement. Dirty air filters are a common reason for inefficiency with an AC system.
Since airflow is obstructed with a dirty and clogged AC filter, the system has to work harder to cool the home, causing bills to go up. Ensuring a clean air filter is always in place by replacing filters around every one to three months, the AC unit won’t have to work as hard, leading to lower cooling costs.
Smart Thermostat Installation
Installing a smart thermostat can also help improve energy efficiency and lower utility bills. One of the ways that smart thermostats can save energy is by learning the user's habits and automatically adjusting the temperature to save energy. For example, a smart thermostat can automatically adjust the temperature to save money when the residents are away from home.
Smart thermostats can also be operated by homeowners when they are away from home with a Wi-Fi connection, so adjustments for energy savings can be made from anywhere. Another way that some smart thermostats can save energy and money is by using sensors to detect when the home is unoccupied to switch to an energy-saving setting and then adjust the temperature again before people return home so the home is cool and comfortable upon their arrival.
About Mr. Air AC & Electrical
Mr. Air AC & Electrical has been serving the Pompano Beach area since 1986. They provide same-day services, straightforward pricing, and the latest technology. Call them for air conditioning services in Pompano Beach, FL.
