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Set your thermostat at 78°F or higher
Each degree setting below 78°F will increase your energy consumption.

Inspect and clean both the indoor and outdoor coils
The indoor coil in your air conditioner acts as a magnet for dust because it is constantly wetted during the cooling season. Dirt build-up on the indoor coil is the single most common cause of poor efficiency. The outdoor coil must also be checked periodically for dirt build-up and cleaned if necessary.

Check the refrigerant charge
The circulating fluid in your air conditioner is a special refrigerant gas that is put in when the system is installed. If the system is overcharged or undercharged with refrigerant, it will not work properly. Have it checked by a professional.

Reduce your cooling load
Do this by using cost-effective conservation measures. For example, effectively shade east and west windows. When possible, delay heat-generating activities, such as dishwashing, until the evening on hot days. Over most of the cooling season, keep the house closed tight during the day. Don't let in unwanted heat and humidity. If practical, ventilate at night either naturally or with fans.

Do not use a dehumidifier
Don't use a dehumidifier at the same time your air conditioner is operating. The dehumidifier will increase the cooling load and force the air conditioner to work harder.

Perform regular maintenance
To optimize the energy efficiency of your HVAC System, it is important to follow a regular maintenance schedule. If you have been using your system without regular maintenance for over 10 years, there is a good chance that you are not receiving optimal energy efficiency. Give us a call today to schedule a maintenance checkup today.

Change your filters

To take full advantage of your heating and cooling system. Your filters should be changed every six months in your home and every three months in commercial buildings. Various manufacturers sell reusable filters, which need to be cleaned. Vacuuming and rinsing these filters regularly will ensure longer life and greater efficiency from your system.

Plug the leaks

Seal places in your home with weather stripping and caulking. Caulking and weather stripping let you manage your ventilation, which is the deliberate controlled exchange of stuffy inside air for fresher outdoor air.

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