06/24/2024
843-651-3595
SWITCHING FROM HEAT TO Air
SPRING/SUMMER COOLING TIPS
Spring/Summer is coming, and for us, that can mean cold in the morning and HOT in the afternoon.
The solution is an excellent air conditioner.
But did you know air conditioners that have been laying dormant all year should get run through a pre-check?
It's true!
Our team at Air Conditioning & Heating Specialty has put this together to show you how. Here are some tips to make sure your AC is ready when switching from heat to air conditioning (Sometimes in one day)during warm months and to help you keep your energy expenses down!
1) Ensure Your Filter Is Clean
If you own an air conditioning unit that's running frequently, you should be checking its filters every month. During the hot season, your air conditioner is sucking up dust, pollen (We know ALL about that), and many different allergens.
A filter is designed to keep these out of the air. If it's clogged, these harmful airborne materials may make their way inside or at least prevent your AC from cooling properly.
Note that depending on your AC, your filters will either be disposable or reusable.
2) Keep Your Thermostat Away From Heat
Your thermostat is very sensitive. It has to be to make sure it's keeping things at the temperature you want.
Due to this sensitivity, if your thermostat gets exposed to heat that is not indicative of how hot the rest of the room is, it may over-cool. This will lead to hikes in your energy bill.
Make sure your thermostat is located in a temperature-neutral place. Keep it away from candles, direct sunlight, etc.
3) Make Sure Your House Is Insulated
Poor insulation is a homeowner's nightmare. With poor insulation, your room won't be able to hold in the cold air that's getting pumped into it. This will make your AC work overtime trying to compensate by pushing in more cold air.
Save yourself money and make sure your windows are properly sealed. Also, make sure the gap under your doorway is blocked.
4) Get a Ceiling Fan
Ceiling fans can act as a wonderful compliment to your AC unit.
If your fan can do so, running its blades in a counterclockwise motion can push air down onto you.
5) Set It and Forget It
It can be tempting to constantly play with a thermostat. A small adjustment though can mean big money at the end of the month.
6) Try Upgrading Your Thermostat or AC Unit
We get the fact that money is tight and the last thing people want to do is upgrade their appliances. But upgrading, while an inconvenient expense up front, can mean a lot of savings over time.
7) Call a Qualified HVAC technician
At the end of the day, there really is no substitute for having an experienced HVAC technician in your corner when it comes to your AC unit.
Bottom line, having an HVAC technician inspect your unit is an excellent investment in your comfort and wallet.
To make sure your unit keeps you cool during the hot season, practice the tips listed above and be sure to call your local HVAC technician for an assist!
Air Conditioning & Heating Specialty we've been providing residents in our area with HVAC services they can rely on at fair prices for years. Let us do the same for you!
Contact us today for a free quote!