If you use an air conditioner at home, you know how this unit contributes to a significant percentage of the overall energy bill. The bill increases in the humid weather, and there is no way the air conditioning unit can be switched off; it would be uncomfortable to stay in the house. So, how can you reduce your electricity expenses and still keep the air conditioner on? Well, there are simple tricks homeowners can rely on to keep the cooling system on and still reduce the bills. They include:
Keep the vents clean
The air conditioning unit's vents get clogged and dirty very fast – this is the section where cold air gets blown out. If the vent is clogged, your system will struggle to supply the cool air, meaning the unit will use more energy to cool the rooms.
A clogged vent also damages the air conditioner in the long run and ruins filters. Contacting a repairman and buying replacements often increases the costs especially if you are using a central air conditioning system. By keeping the vents clean, you will avoid the regular maintenance costs and reduce your electricity bill. You only need a ladder, running water and 10 minutes to service it each month.
Block the direct rays of sunlight
When you allow the sun's rays to come through your windows directly, the air conditioning unit will be forced to work extra hard to keep the house cool. A quick solution to this problem is to minimise the amount of light that streams into the house. You may use curtains or Venetian blinds that allow you to adjust the light as required. Large leafy plants can also be placed close to the windows to reduce the amount of light that gets into the house and still beautify your room. A permanent solution, however, would be to tint your windows.
Adhere to the maintenance schedule
Worn out cooling systems drain more power compared to those that are well maintained. Stuck vents, coolant leaks and casing cracks are some factors that make the air conditioning system work overtime, and may eventually cause a total breakdown. These things cost a lot of money to replace.
Consider keeping a record each time the unit is serviced and contact a technician to clean the unit once each year. Check if the manufacturer can offer special rates for maintenance services. The professionals will repair and replace the necessary components, meaning your unit will perform efficiently again. For more information, contact your local air conditioning professionals.
Hello! My name is Jake. I am the kind of guy who finds out about a subject and then who must learn everything he can about it. A subject I have focused on in recent times is HVAC. This might seem a little strange. However, my interest was sparked when an HVAC contractor visited my home to install a new air con system. He was really friendly and he took the time to answer my questions. Since then, I have been doing everything I can to learn about HVAC. I hope you enjoy reading what I have written on my blog.