As the summer season approaches, with temperatures predicted to exceed 90 degrees, it’s vital to ensure you’re protected from the heat without incurring unnecessary costs.
Enhance Your A/C’s Energy Efficiency with These Tips
Understanding how your air conditioning unit operates can significantly lower your energy expenditure. Below, we share crucial maintenance advice to reduce your bills and maintain the optimal efficiency of your unit:
Frequent Filter Changes
Dust and other particles can block air filters, hindering your home’s cooling efficiency. Neglecting to clear these particles forces your A/C to expend more energy for diminished cooling. Ensure you clean or switch out your air filters every two to three months.
Keep the Unit’s Surroundings Tidy
Objects surrounding your A/C can impede airflow into your residence. It’s advisable to maintain a debris-free area around your air conditioning unit.
Update Your A/C’s Fuses
Fuses are crucial for safeguarding your A/C against electrical issues. Confirm they’re in working order, ideally by having a professional replace them at each season’s onset.
Temperature Adjustments
Adjust your A/C settings before leaving your home, or use a pre-programmed schedule to increase your thermostat setting.
Opt for Auto Fan Setting
Selecting the Auto setting for your A/C ensures the fan operates only during cooling, conserving energy.
Annual A/C Check-ups
It’s beneficial to arrange for a professional maintenance check on your A/C annually to prevent future, more costly issues.
Ready to Assist You
Contact the experts at Rivers Plumbing, Heating, and Air Inc. for any A/C maintenance, installation, or repair needs before the summer heat sets in.