Air Conditioning Quick Tips

During the summer months the weather heats up, some days are beautiful but some can get hot, hot, hot! Here are some great tips on how to keep your AC in working order and running as efficiently as possible. You can save money and energy by carefully purchasing the correct size unit, staying up to date on service and operating your air conditioner correctly.

Maintenance and Operation Tips

Stay up to date and aware in order to save money long term!

• The number one thing to be conscious of is your air conditioning filter! Air filters that are dusty and dirty will not allow air to flow through your home.


• Air filters will need to be changed at least once every 30-60 days. If you have reusable air filters they must be cleaned every 30-60 days. This simple maintenance step can reduce your utility bill and energy consumption by 5-15%!


• The power source must have enough energy to power your air conditioner properly.


• Make sure the size of your air conditioning unit is correct for the space. Bigger is not better.


• Have a service technician do a maintenance check on your unit during the Spring of each year.


• If your home has a central ac system you must make sure that the ducts are insulated correctly. If they pass through the attic your really want to make sure that is done.

Energy Saving Tips:

Just stay conscious and aware and you will be able to save easily on your utility bill!

• Only use the air conditioner when it is really hot outside.


• Close all the windows and close the curtains or pull down the shades during the day, this will help to keep the heat out of the house.


• Don't let furniture get in the way of vents. It defeats the purpose of cooling and wastes a lot of energy when something is blocking the air flow. It may also be helpful to close off unused rooms by shutting the door and closing the vents in those rooms.


• During the night open the windows and turn on the fans to draw out the cooler air.


• Ground-to-air heat pumps are most cost effective when included in a new home's design rather than as an addition to an existing home.


• Buy a programmable thermostat. It is smart.


• Fans are a great way to help keep your home cool. They most definitely can not replace air conditioning but they can be a great addition in support of your unit. Running a ceiling fan with the AC at a moderate temperature can create a wind chill effect and actually make the room feel cooler than it is!