Top Tips that Could Improve Your A/C Efficiency This Summer

Summer is finally here. The season of barbecues, beach days, refreshing drinks, and… air conditioning prices. Air conditioning has changed the way we live and work, but the comfort and convenience air conditioning provides can come at a hefty cost to American homeowners who have an A/C unit. Review our guide so that you could  save money and stay cool for many summers to come. 

• Install a smart thermostat

Smart thermostats automate temperature adjustments, maximizing both comfort and energy savings. 

• Adjust temperature 

Turning your thermostat back between seven to ten degrees can cut your energy costs by as much as ten percent per year. The U.S. Department of Energy recommends setting your thermostat to seventy-eight degrees during the summer months. 

• Use ceiling fans

Ceiling fans and air conditioning work together to keep you and save you money. Using a ceiling fan to circulate air allows you to raise the thermostat setting by about four degrees without sacrificing your comfort. Ceiling fans create a chilly wind-like effect, which will make you feel cooler. 

• Add energy-efficient windows 

According to the U.S. Department of Energy, windows impact yearly heating and cooling energy use by as much as thirty percent. 

• Seal cracks and openings in doors and windows 

Prevent warm air from entering your home by adding caulk or weather stripping to seal air leaks. 

• Set up a schedule to run larger appliances 

Large appliances such as driers, dishwashers, and ovens produce a lot of heat. If you run these appliances during the day when temperatures are high, you’ll not only heat your home, but you will also add more stress and workload on your system. 

Give some of these tips a try this summer and see how well they work for you. Small changes, taken together, could make a significant difference in your well-being and wallet. Not only could you save money, but you could also enjoy a home that is more comfortable as well.