When you think about summer what words come to your mind? Vacation. Relaxation. Heat. No school. Summer nights. There are indeed some fantastic parts of summer. Here at GA HVAC Experts we want you to be able to enjoy your summer as much as possible. We know that one thing that will help improve your summer is keeping your utility bills down as much as possible while you are running your air conditioner. Today we are going to go over some tips for you on how you can save money this summer.
Central Air Conditioning Maintenance
If you have a car you know the importance of having your oil changed on a routine basis. The same concept applies to your air conditioner. Your air conditioning system needs to be checked out to ensure that everything is working properly. GA HVAC Experts provides maintenance for your air conditioning system. We can come out and clean, tighten up, and address any issues that we see with your unit. When you address problems when they are smaller they do not cost as much to fix. In addition to a less expensive repair bill, your air conditioner will run more efficiently. Air conditioners that run more efficiently cost less to operate.
Run Ceiling Fans
Fans are another way to help you save money this summer. Many people have some misconceptions about what exactly fans do. Fans do not actually make your home cooler like many people believe that they do. Fans simply help circulate the air inside your home. The more that your air circulates, the cooler it will feel. Fans allow you to keep your thermostat at a higher temperature and still feel comfortable inside your own home. Keeping your thermostat at a higher temperature will definitely help you save money this summer.
Change Air Filters
Third on our list is making sure that your air filters are nice and clean. All of the air that your air conditioner chills comes through your air filter. If your air filters are dirty the air movement will be poor. This will result in your air conditioner having to run more than necessary to keep your home cool. Follow the suggestions from the manufacturer on how often you should change your air filters.
Use Curtains or Blinds to Block Heat from Windows
Natural sunlight comes into your home through your windows. The United States Department of Energy reports that about 76% of sunlight on windows enters your home in the form of heat. During the winter we welcome this heat, but during the summer it just makes our homes hotter. The hotter our homes are, the more our air conditioner is going to cost to run. Solar screens, blinds, and drapes on your windows are all ways to help decrease the amount of heat that enters your home through your windows.
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These four simple tips will definitely help you keep your home cool and your utility bills lower this summer. If you have more questions or are in need of our services give GA HVAC Experts a call today.
