6 Easy Ways To Cut Your Summer Energy Bills
We are all thankful for our air conditioning in the summer. It gives us respite from the hot days and a more comfortable night’s sleep. Unfortunately, it can also raise our energy bills. Thankfully, we’ve got six easy ways to cut your summer energy bills. Let’s look at what those are.
Clean the Filters
Sometimes, it’s the simplest thing we may overlook that can actually help when it comes to saving on our energy bill. Check the filters on your air conditioning unit and your entire HVAC system to make sure filters are clean and not clogged. Depending on the type of filter you have, you may need to replace it if necessary or thoroughly clean it. A clean filter is more efficient.
Programmable Thermostat
Most of us prefer our bedrooms to be a bit cooler in the evenings to help us sleep better. A programmable thermostat is perfect for those times you need the house cooler at a certain point in the day but warmer at another time. Even hours away from home each day for work may be suitable for a different temperature. Use a programmable thermostat to easily switch between temps. This way, it won’t matter if you forget to reset your thermostat. It will be taken care of automatically, and you won’t waste energy cooling a house that doesn’t need cooling.
Replace the HVAC System
This is a big one, but it’s sometimes a reality. If your HVAC system is old or not performing well, it’s time to install something new. The cost is sometimes high up-front, but the overall investment leads to savings in the long run. You’ll be glad you replaced it when the lower energy bills show up.
Circulate the Air
If you enjoy the feeling of a light breeze, keep ceiling fans running in the house. In the summer, your fans should circulate counterclockwise to create a downdraft and give your home that breezy and cool feeling. The air circulated by the ceiling fans aids in keeping temperatures down so the A/C won’t kick on as much.
Also, when given the choice to run the whole house fan on auto or constant, choose constant. It takes more energy for the fan to restart each time, and the constant air circulating helps cool the house.
Open the Windows
Fresh air is great but don’t open the windows during the heat of the day. Instead, enjoy some fresh air in the evenings when temperatures cool down, then shut everything back up to lock in the cool air.
Cover the Windows
It’s so lovely to see your blooming flowers outside as you sit near the window. However, the sun burns in through exposed windows, making your A/C work harder. During the day, close the curtains and blinds so that the sun doesn’t take over.
As you go over our six easy ways to cut your energy bills, take the time to follow each step and make adjustments accordingly. Remember, if it’s time for a new system, it’s worth the investment in the long run to lower your monthly energy bill.
At the Pioneer Mini Split store, we offer the wall mount ductless mini split as a quick cooling and efficient alternative to a central air duct system. Contact us or browse our online store—let’s get you cooled down and lower your energy bills this summer.
