Living in Florida, you know all too well how unbearable the incessant summer heat can be. So when you get an outrageously high electric bill from running your air conditioner, it only adds insult to injury. Fortunately, there are lots of small efforts you can take to cut your cooling costs without sacrificing your comfort. Here are four quick tips to get you started.
1. Use Your Ceiling Fans
This tip might sound like a no-brainer, but so many homeowners underestimate the cooling power of a simple ceiling fan. While it’s true that ceiling fans won’t decrease the overall temperature of a room, they will circulate the air and can make you feel up to five degrees cooler. By utilizing your ceiling fans, you can limit the amount of time your air conditioner will need to run, meaning you’ll benefit from using less energy.
2. Invest In High-Quality Curtains
Curtains not only add a beautiful look to your home, but the right curtains can significantly reduce the amount of heat gain inside your home. If you wondering how to cut cooling costs, we recommend investing in thick, high-quality curtains (especially for east and west-facing windows) and keeping them drawn during the sunniest parts of the day.
3. Upgrade to a Programmable Thermostat
Don’t have a programmable thermostat yet? It’s time to upgrade! A programmable thermostat is an easy, convenient way to not only keep your home comfortable but to reduce your cooling costs too. A programmable thermostat is a thermostat that is — you guessed it — programmable. The user-friendly device will allow you to program your thermostat to switch on or off at your desired temperature whenever you’d like. In doing so, you’ll be able to customize your home’s comfort to fit your schedule, and won’t have to pay to keep your AC running at full speed while you’re not at home.
4. Schedule Professional AC Maintenance
Your air conditioning system is one of the biggest investments you will make for your home, and like all other investments, it needs some TLC here and there to function efficiently. That’s why scheduling professional AC maintenance with a reliable company is so important. At Sansone, our maintenance checkups include a comprehensive inspection and tune-up, which works to ensure your air conditioning system is functioning as efficiently as possible. As a result, your AC won’t have to work as hard to provide the same cooling comfort, meaning a comfy house for you and lowered cooling costs.
Join the Sansone Energy Savings Club Today!
Keep cool for less this Florida summer and beyond by joining the Sansone Energy Savings Club today! Not only will you benefit from improved comfort, lower utility bills, and fewer repairs, but members receive lots of great perks including:
- 15% discounts on repairs
- Up to $50 per year of membership towards a new AC
- Priority scheduling
…and much more! Contact us today for more information, or schedule your maintenance appointment online if you’re ready to start cutting cooling costs today.
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