Your air conditioner is a large investment and it works hard to keep you comfortable. There are a few simple things you can do to make the air conditioners job a little easier and last longer. You will save money and have better performance out of your AC if you follow these simple steps.
*Yearly Cleanings– Having your air conditioner cleaned and checked each fall is needed to keep it running at its best. When the technicians at Bartlet Heating and Air clean your AC they also give it an inspection and recommend things that need attention so you can fix any issues before you need to use the AC in the summer. This saves you the headache of loosing cooling when you need it the most and the long wait that typically comes along with AC service calls during peak heating times. A dirty air conditioner slows the performance down by 5% which wastes energy and makes your system work harder. Waiting to fix issues can cause larger and more expensive issues down the road so you want to make sure you keep up on your yearly cleanings. They are also necessary to keep you your manufacture warranty.
*Change You Filters– This is simple and can be done on your own. It is recommended to change your filter monthly to make sure you are keeping the system free of dirt and debris. The filter protects the sensitive parts inside from getting damaged. Filters also take care of your indoor air quality helping you and your family breathe better. Having a clogged air filter restricts air flow to your system which can make the system work harder and break more often. It also runs your energy bill higher.
*Seal Duct Work– Leaking ducts wastes a ton of energy. They let the conditioned air slip through to spaces around the ducts that don’t need it instead of delivering it to your rooms that do. This makes the HVAC system work harder to heat and cool your home. This takes life off your HVAC system so by simply getting the ducts sealed properly, you can save yourself money and get more life from your system.
*Maintain Airflow– Do not have more than 10% of your registers closed. This will not save you energy by not heating or cooling certain rooms but it will impede air flow causing the system to work harder and raise your energy bills in the process.
*Choosing Efficient Temperatures– The best temperature to run your air conditioner when you are home is 78 and higher when you are not. For every degree over that can save your energy bill by 5%.
*Programmable Thermostats– You can save money on energy bills by using a programmable thermostat. You can program it to a higher temperature during the day when no one is home so your air conditioner is not cooling a home no one is using. It can also be set to drop the temperature soon before you get home so you can still come home to a cool home. This will make sure your air conditioner is not working harder than it needs to which means less repairs and more life.
These are all simple things you can do each day, month, and year to make sure you get the most out of your air conditioner. Call Bartlett Heating and Air today for all your HVAC needs!
