Spring is here, which means that the summer heat is already here in Arizona. We all know how essential having an effective air conditioning system in the home is to our comfort during an Arizona summer - as well as how expensive it can be to cool a home through the long, hot days, when temperatures can reach 122 degrees Fahrenheit!
Replacing that old air conditioner or upgrading to a central air conditioning system instead of using window units could save you a lot of money this summer and for many summers to come. Older, less energy efficient air conditioners cost a lot more to run than do the newer generations of Energy Star certified air conditioning systems. Summer electricity bills in Arizona can reach $300 a month for apartment dwellers...people who own homes, especially those with pools, can have real difficulty paying their sometimes enormous summertime utility bills.
A newer and more efficient central air conditioning system will keep you cooler than your older system even as it saves you many thousands of dollars over the life of your central AC system. In fact, upgrading to a new central cooling system can easily save you a thousand dollars or more in a just one Arizona summer! This is a level of savings which is makes switching to a new central air conditioning unit well worth the expense and effort; and of course, you'll also benefit from the increased performance of a new unit, which will keep you and your household cool and comfortable all summer long, summer after scorching Arizona summer.
Of course, replacing your old central air conditioner unit with a new unit is a significant expense. There's no way around that - but it's important to keep in mind that the amount that you'll be able to save on your energy costs by doing so will make this investment pay for itself; and an investment is exactly what it is. You'll be making your home a more comfortable place, saving a lot of money on your SRP or APS electricity bills and also increasing the value of your home!
Especially in these uncertain economic times, we could all use some savings wherever we can find them. Energy costs are a significant part of most household budgets. You may not necessarily be able to save on costs like your mortgage, gasoline or insurance - but your energy bills are something that you as a homeowner can take measures to directly reduce your expenses. You can save a significant amount of money on electricity bills in Arizona, which can skyrocket into the many hundreds of dollars in the summer, even while keeping your home the coolest on your block!
Additionally, having a recently installed, energy-efficient central air conditioning system in a home makes a property in Arizona far more valuable and more attractive to prospective buyers. In fact, without an air conditioning unit, most houses won't sell in Arizona - it just gets too hot, with summertime temps averaging well over 100 degrees. Of course, even if you never plan to sell your home, you and your entire family will be able to enjoy your new AC system for years to come.
Another thing to remember about upgrading to an energy efficient new central air system is that there are currently utility rebates and tax credits available in Arizona to consumers who decide to make the change. Many manufacturers and local retailers of central air conditioning systems are currently offering rebates and other promotions, such as 20% off certain top brands of air conditioners like Carrier, Trane and Goodman, to encourage homeowners to adopt the newer systems. Many cities in Arizona are offering rebates, and be sure to check with your electricity provider, either Arizona Public Service (APS) or Salt River Project (SRP), to see if they are offering an incentive. There are also Energy Star tax credits available as part of the federal economic stimulus package - so if you've been thinking about replacing that old and inefficient central air conditioning unit with a more modern one, this is the time.
If you'd like to see a big savings on your electricity bill this summer, it's time to make this important investment in the comfort of your family, the value of your home and through the savings on your utility bills, your own financial stability. Replacing your old central air conditioner or having one installed if you are currently using window units will benefit your entire household. This summer promises to be nothing out of the ordinary, and in Arizona, that means the thermometer has already started climbing into the triple digits. Make sure that your home is a cool and comfortable place to relax and seek respite from the hot summer sun.
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