Don’t you love that feeling when you get to switch over the thermostat from heating to cooling? So do we! With spring in the air and winter behind us, it’s time to think about the working condition of your Fort Wayne home’s air conditioner, both in terms of AC repair or seasonal servicing. So what can you do to get the most out of your air conditioner without driving up your monthly energy costs? Rolf Griffin Service Experts has a few tips:
- Turn it up – the first time you turn on your air conditioner, take a few days to test out a variety of temperatures to find where you gain the most comfortable. Begin by setting your thermostat to a temperature that you might think is a tad too high. Then, make small incremental changes until you get to a temperature where you feel comfy. Keeping your thermostat set higher can keep your system from continually running, saving you money over a period of time. The longer your air conditioner is running, the more energy you're eating up—and the more money you're spending. Even a degree warmer can make a big impact in the cost of your monthly energy bills, so take time to find the perfect temperature.
- Consider the humidity – when you consider how much you can save, it can be tempting to clinch your teeth and deal with the heat by completely turning off your air conditioner. However, what can easily be overlooked is that air conditioners can help dehumidify your home in addition to cooling it. So if humidity is an annoyance for you, be sure to think twice before turning off your air conditioner.
- Keep it serviced – every time we talk about energy savings and efficiency, the importance of air conditioner service cannot be harped on enough. Keeping your air conditioner serviced ensures that all the pieces of your system are in working order before you begin using it all the time. Preventative maintenance is one of the most critical steps to your system working efficiently and keeping major AC repair at bay.
- Double team – using fans in addition to your air conditioner is a great way to keep your home cooler and keep the air circulating. Rolf Griffin Service Experts recommends tag-teaming to allow you to keep your air conditioner from running as often, and that decreased usage can create savings. It may also potentially help keep your home comfortable enough to raise your thermostat a degree or two.
Keeping your home comfortable when it gets hot in Fort Wayne isn’t as hard as it may seem. And it doesn’t have to be so pricey either. Luckily for you, there are a number of ways that you can maintain or improve your comfort while also attempting to lower your monthly energy costs. Whether you have questions about AC repair and air conditioner service or would like to know more about energy efficiency, contact your local Fort Wayne HVAC experts at Rolf Griffin Service Experts to learn more.