8 Tips To Save Your Air Conditioning Bill This Summer

 

Summer has arrived, the weather is scorching, and only the most fortunate of us have access to a pool. There’s nothing to do but return to the safety of our homes, where we can turn up the air conditioning, short of pouring ice water over your head every few hours. There is only one flaw with this solution: You will come to regret it if you rely too heavily on the air conditioner when the next energy bill arrives.

Fortunately, it is possible to prevent summer melt without going bankrupt. You must plan ahead if you want to stay cool without incurring an astronomically high electric bill. These eight suggestions will help you save money on your summer air conditioning bill while keeping you comfortable.

 

1. Invest In An A Smart Thermostat

8 Tips to save your air conditioning bill this summer

One of the easiest ways to save money, according to the Energy Department, is to save energy when you’re away from home. As a result, you should raise the temperature in your home when you’re away at work.

Investing in an automated thermostat that sets the temperature when you want it, is the perfect way to do this. When you’re away from home, keep the temperature higher, and when you’re not at work, lower it. These energy savings can add up over time.

2. Keep The Thermostat Away From TVs And Lamps

Although a programmable thermostat will help you save money on energy bills, be careful where you put it. Mount your thermostat away from televisions and other electronic devices that may emit heat and fool your thermostat into thinking the temperature is higher than it is.

3. Add A Ceiling Fan To The Space

Ceiling fans, according to Energy.gov, are another simple way to keep cool. If you put one in a major living area of your house, it will save you money. However, since fans cool people rather than houses, you should try to turn them off when you leave the room.

Make sure your ceiling fan is energy efficient as well. If you can find an Energy Star ventilating fan, you can be able to save money on the electricity used to run it.

4. Turn A/C Off At Night & Open Windows

Consider sleeping without the use of an air conditioner if possible. On its blog, the DOE advised, “If you live in an environment where it cools off at night, switch off your cooling system and open your windows while sleeping.” “Shut the windows and blinds when you wake up in the morning to keep the cool air in.”

5. Keep The Heat Out By Covering Your Windows

Window coverings could help if the sun is beating down on your home all day. Install heat-reflecting miniblinds or curtains to keep your home from absorbing heat from the outside.

6. Keep The Vents And Ductwork Free Of Debris

Make sure your registers aren’t clogged with furniture or curtains that block the flow of cooled air into your home. Make sure they’re also dust-free and safe. According to Energy.gov, dust should be removed from the registers on a regular basis. In one easy step, you’ll maximize productivity while still keeping your house cleaner.

7. Secure Your Home From Leaky Windows And Doors By Sealing It

Examine windows and doors for any leaks that could allow cold air to escape. To keep cold air in, use the same weather stripping and caulk you used to keep heat in during the winter.

If your windows are particularly inefficient, you might consider replacing them, but this will come at a significant upfront expense. However, your investment will pay off in the long run via energy savings. Heat gain and heat loss by windows account for 25% to 30% of residential heating and cooling energy usage, according to Energy.gov experts.

8. Get Your Grill Going

If at all possible, avoid heating your house. When possible, avoid using the oven and look for alternative ways to heat your food. Meals that require little prep or just a cooktop or microwave may be a good choice.

Of course, you might just stay at home and barbecue all summer. Why not? After all, firing up the grill is a summer staple. Grilling also means less clean-up, allowing you to spend less time doing dishes and more time enjoying the great outdoors.

 

8 Tips To Save Your Air Conditioning Bill This Summer

 

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