For any home or business in Jacksonville, FL, air conditioning is essential. Unfortunately, it can also become a very costly essential if you don’t know the many energy efficient ways to use your air conditioning gear. The best heating and cooling companies go over such tips when they install or service your equipment, and if you have yet to learn them, we provide a brief list of tips below:
- Don’t adjust the thermostat – It is best to set it at the most energy efficient temperature (78 degrees Fahrenheit) and never adjust it again. Of course, if you have a programmable thermostat or one that can be adjusted using an app, go ahead and set it to a higher temperature when there is no one in the home or building. Also, do not “crank it up” when you get home to make it cooler. The time it takes for your A/C unit to get the interior temps to 78 is not speeded up by dialing it down to 70 or lower.
- Block natural light – Drop the blinds and close the curtains as these allow the sunlight to be blocked and this keeps temperatures much lower. Of course, you’ll want to open them in the evenings to allow trapped heat to escape.
- Consider blowers or fans – The best heating and cooling companies will often do a thorough assessment of any space prior to installation. If you can benefit from fans or blowers that move conditioned air through the rooms, they will let you know. If you don’t consult them, you might still want to have the floor or ceiling fans help spread cooled air as they are actually more energy efficient.
- Engage exhaust fans – Whether you are showering in the bathroom or using the stove, whenever exhaust fans can eliminate hot and damp air, it helps the air conditioner to run more efficiently.
- Consider dehumidifiers – Though heating and cooling companies don’t usually sell dehumidifiers, the best will recommend them. Conditioned air is meant to have moisture removed, and if you take it a step further and use a dehumidifier (and separate fans), you’ll find your A/C running more efficiently and the home more comfortable.
When looking to get the most out of your energy dollars, and especially where your air conditioning system is concerned, use these tips that the top heating and cooling companies offer. And if you are ready to talk about improving your current system, get in touch with Howard Services, Inc. as they specialize in home cooling for properties in the Jacksonville, FL region.