Warmer temps are right around the corner in Birmingham, which means it’s almost time to turn on your air conditioner. But just because it’s about to be the air conditioning season doesn’t mean you have to shell out a fortune to keep your home comfortable. From boosting your home’s efficiency to adding a programmable thermostat, there are a host of ways to beat the summer heat without driving up your monthly energy expenses.
Fresh Filtration
One of the easiest ways to keep your air conditioner running at optimal performance is by changing your home’s air filter every month during the summer. Your air conditioner’s busiest season is nearly here, which means that you’ll be relying on it a lot. Running your air conditioner frequently can quickly build up dirt and dust on your air filter, making it harder for your system to move the same amount of air. Over time that can mean AC repair, which no one wants to deal with when the temperatures in Birmingham get their hottest. Keeping a fresh filter in your system can help you boost efficiency and keep your home more comfortable while you’re at it.
Programmed Performance
Programmable thermostats aren’t new, but they have evolved quite a bit over the last few years, allowing homeowners to experience new levels of control and comfort. What often goes unnoticed is how a perfectly programmed thermostat can help boost your air conditioner’s efficiency and make a dent in your monthly energy bills. By keeping your home warmer when you are away, you can give your air conditioner a break and reap the benefits of the savings that come with not cooling an empty home.
Keep Windows Covered
When you leave your home, closing your blinds and shades can help keep undesired heat out of your home. When left open, that heat can trigger your air conditioner to turn on even when you’re not home, driving up costs and unnecessarily using energy that you’re not even feeling the benefits of. Even in climates like Birmingham you can utilize blackout curtains to help keep even more heat out of your home.
Realizing that the temperature is on the rise in Birmingham brings about great joy, so don’t let high energy costs change that. There are a host of easy changes you can make to improve efficiency and keep your home comfortable. If you’d like to find out more about beating the heat this summer, give the experts at Norrell Service Experts a call at 205-267-0023 or set up an appointment online to get your air conditioner service completed before the temperatures soar.