Heating and Cooling uses 49% of your
household energy consumption. Keeping your air conditioning and heating systems
working efficiently will decrease your utility costs, the need for additional
repair services, and will increase the life of your equipment.
Cooling System Tips & Checks
There are a few simple tips and steps that can help save you money
when it comes to running your air conditioner this cooling season.
1.) Keep the indoor evaporator coil and outdoor condenser coil
CLEAN: The indoor coil in your air conditioner acts as a magnet for dust
because of moisture during the cooling season. Dirt build-up on the indoor and
outdoor coil is a common cause of poor efficiency and premature system failure.
2.) Freon Level: The circulating fluid in your air conditioner is
a special refrigerant gas that’s put in when the system is installed. If the
system is not cooling effectively, it may be low on freon and may cause the
lines/coil to “freeze” preventing the system from operating correctly. If the
system is undercharged, there may be a leak that needs to be located and
repaired. It is imperative to have the refrigerant charge correct to operate
efficiently.
3.) Setting your Thermostat: Did you
know that each degree setting below 78°F increases your energy consumption by
approximately 8%. Simply setting the thermostat at 78°F will save you $$ each
month.
