Spring is finally here, and most think that it hasn’t arrived a minute too soon. However, as soon as the hot blasts of summer heat arrive, the coolness of winter will almost be a distant memory. Before a summer arrives with a vengeance, it’s time to make sure that the air conditioning system is ready to keep everyone cool and comfortable.
It’s been a while since the air conditioner has been used. While it has been sitting idle, leaves and other debris collect, signaling that some maintenance is needed. Waiting to schedule maintenance until summer arrives could mean waiting a few days for AC Service in Derby KS. After the air conditioning unit has been serviced and is ready to handle the heat, don’t forget to change the filters every month.
Here are some tips on ways to save money this summer while keeping your family cool.
* Consider setting the temperature to 78 degrees when the family is home and 85 degrees when everyone will be gone. There will be a 1-3% saving in energy costs for every degree above 72.
* Turn on the fans. Ceiling and room fans keep the air moving in the room, allowing people to feel cooler at the higher temperatures.
* Keep the refrigerator full; this keeps food cooler while the kids are holding the door open looking for goodies. The refrigerator doesn’t have to work as hard, saving money.
* The dishwasher actually uses less water than hand-washing, but only run it when full. Be sure to set the dishwasher to air-dry.
* Use the microwave or outdoor grill whenever possible. Keep the heat outdoors!
* Check the setting on the washing machine. About 4% savings can be realized by washing on the warm or cold setting and rinsing with cold.
* When using the clothes dryer, always run it with a full load and keep the lint trap cleaned out.
* If the AC unit is older, talk to the AC technician about the efficiency and cost savings of replacing the unit with a new energy-efficient unit.
Kelley and Dawson Service has been providing exceptional HVAC repairs and replacements in the Wichita, Kansas area for over 50 years. Before summer hits, call to schedule AC Service in Derby KS from one of their uniformed technicians. They are dedicated to always providing superior AC Service and keeping their customers happy and cool.
