Simple Ways to Save Money on Your Air Conditioning Bill

Air conditioning is necessary for dozens of reasons, from keeping people comfortable to helping prevent heat stroke, but it doesn’t come free. While it may be well worth the cost, it’s also smart to find ways to lower consumption when possible. Here are a few ways AC-World recommends you reduce your energy bills when you’re running your air conditioning unit.

Use a separate dehumidifier

Air conditioners don’t just cool the air, they also remove some of the moisture. This makes us feel cooler – especially those of us who live in particularly humid climates. Investing in a separate dehumidifier means that the air conditioner doesn’t have to work as hard, and the work it does do is amplified.

Don’t skip maintenance on your air conditioner

No matter what type of air conditioner you have, it needs maintenance. This may be as simple as a quick examination to make sure everything looks like it’s clean and in good running over. It may require changing filters or cleaning coils. Regardless of the specific type of maintenance your unit needs, making a point of completing it on schedule can help your air conditioner run more smoothly – which can reduce utility bills.

Invest in a programmable thermostat

You don’t need to cool your home for the hours you’re not home, and you likely don’t need as much cooling power when you’re sleeping. A programmable thermostat makes it simple to manage your cooling needs. You can schedule the right time for operation and ensure it automatically shuts down when it’s not needed.

Let fans help your air conditioner out

Your air conditioner will work hard to cool your home but, depending on the way your home is laid out, it may not do a particularly good job of circulating the air. That’s where fans come in. Ceiling fans can make the biggest difference, but do require an investment into the fans themselves and to hire someone to install them. Instead, just pick up a few box or tower fans. They’ll move the cool air from one part of the room to another, which cuts down on your air conditioning costs.

Keep the sun out

You don’t have to install blackout curtains throughout your entire home and live without sunlight, but during the hottest parts of the day you should block out most of the sun. This can be done with shades, curtains, or blinds.

These tips will help you make the most of the air conditioning unit you purchase from the professionals at AC-World.