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Ways to Lower Your Air Conditioning Bill

Ways to Lower Your Air Conditioning Bill

9th April, 2021

With warmer temperatures upon us in the Chicagoland area, it’s almost that time of year to turn our AC units on. There are several ways you can proactively keep your cooling costs down.

Replace Your HVAC Filters

Dirty filters can be coated with dirt, dust, debris, and any other particles that fly around your house or that circulate in your vents. When debris builds up, the AC unit has to work harder to filter and circulate clean air throughout your home, hence making the bill higher.

Use a Programmable Thermostat

A programmable thermostat can help you cut costs by turning off your heating or cooling when you’re sleeping or not at home. If you know you’re going to be out of the house all day, you may want to turn your air conditioning off, or turn it off if you get cold at night. If you have a thermostat that allows you to pair it with an app, you can even do so when you’re not home. Keeping the thermostat at lower temperatures will also cost you less.

Having Your AC Unit in a Shady Area

If your outdoor AC unit is in a sunny area, it will have to work harder to cool off your home. Therefore, have it placed in a shaded area and with no shrubbery or bushes surrounding it, as that can clog the condenser coils.

Keep Your Windows Closed

Although it sometimes feels nice to get fresh air in the warmer months, having the windows open brings in a lot of heat to your home, making your AC unit work harder and hence driving your bills up. When the AC is on, make it a general rule to have all your windows closed.

Contact us for Your HVAC Needs

Having HVAC technicians who care for your home and attend to all your air care needs is crucial for your home to be ready and low-cost for the summer. Contact us today to learn about how we can have your home’s air clean and summer-ready in no time!

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