Temperatures are continuing to climb outdoors, so it’s likely that you will be spending more and more time indoors to beat the heat. When you run your AC constantly, it can cause your electric bill to skyrocket. To stay cool and save money, here are a few things that you can do when using your cooling system this summer:

Use a Fan When You Can

When its not painfully hot and humid outside, you shouldn’t really need to crank your air conditioner to full power at all times. No, a fan can’t cool down your entire room or your whole home like an AC can. However, it can temporarily bring the temperature down temporarily due to its wind chill factor. Some models are portable and can be brought room to room with you for maximum use. Ceiling fans are equally as useful – if not more so- as they can evenly disperse air throughout an entire room or space. Like your AC, fans should only be kept on when you’re using them. Forgetting to shut them off will lead to wasted electricity.

Use Your AC Only When Necessary

To stay cool and comfortable in your home or business, you shouldn’t have to have the thermostat set to the lowest possible temperature. By keeping the thermostat set just a few degrees higher than normal, you can save big time on your electric bill. When you’re heading to work for the day or you know that you will be out for a while running errands, you don’t need to leave your AC on. Most models can cool things down very quickly when you return. Programmable thermostats can make this easier for you – they can lower temperatures or turn off your cooling system when you need them to.

Keep Curtains Closed

Most people don’t realize that something as simple as closing your curtains, blinds, or shades during direct sunlight can help to keep the hot air out as well as trap the cool air inside. Heat from the sun can quickly raise the temperature in your home – especially if you keep the shades open all day. Not only does closing them keep the heat out, it helps to trap the cool air inside. If the temperature is already lowered in your house, you won’t need to put as much stress on your AC. This will help you save money on your utilities throughout the summer months.

Keep Your System Maintained

The most important part in keeping your cooling system working properly is professional maintenance on a regular basis. This allows a technician to fully examine and service your entire system – from the outdoor unit to the ventilation system. If there are any issues or areas of concern, they will be fixed before they have time to escalate. Routine maintenance boosts energy efficiency, reliability, and give your AC a longer lifespan. It also helps you keep the air quality in your home safe! To schedule your AC service, call Ryan Gath Electric.

Limit Heat Building Activities

As temperatures climb, you can help stay cool indoors by limiting household chores that quickly cause the heat to build up. Using your oven or stove, running the dishwasher, drying clothes in the dryer – these are all heat generating activities. Instead, you can use the microwave or grill to cook or let your clothes dry outdoors. Finding alternatives for these routine activities will help you stay cool and comfortable indoors while cutting back on your electricity bill.

Switch to Ductless with Ryan Gath Electric

Ductless cooling systems are easy to install, energy efficient, and they save you money. If you’ve decided to switch to ductless, make sure to work with the heating and air conditioning professionals at Ryan Gath Electric. Our technicians have an electrical background, giving us the advantage of providing seamless installation. With modern solutions, your home will be warm in the winter and cool in the summer.

Call Ryan Gath Electric today to schedule your service! 

By Ryan Gath Electric