As fuel oil prices continue to fluctuate, finding reliable ways to save money is more important than ever. Monroe Oil Company has been helping the Greater Rochester area keep their homes comfortable for over 100 years, providing oil heating products such as diesel tanks and auxiliary fuel tanks, as well as fuels including k-2 kerosene, diesel, and oil. What is the key to this company’s enduring success? It’s their commitment to competitive prices and excellent customer service, even during Rochester’s famously harsh winters.

Long days filled with sunshine make summer a pleasant time of year, but trying to beat the heat at home can also make it an expensive one. Relying on your home’s oil heating and cooling system can lead to greater fuel consumption — and the costs of additional fuel deliveries can add up over the course of the summer. Fortunately, there are several simple steps you can take to keep your home comfortable without busting your budget.

The most important step you can take is to make sure all of your heating and cooling equipment is well maintained throughout the year. This ensures equipment like your air conditioner, evaporative cooler, or heat pump is operating efficiently. Similarly, consider installing a programmable thermostat that can be easily adjusted in response to changing weather conditions. Keeping your home’s interior temperature close to the temperature outside can help you save as much as 10% on your summer energy bills.

Remember that you do not need to lower your thermostat when you turn on your air conditioner — doing so can actually result in excess cooling and expensive fuel consumption. While you are at home, remember to only cool the parts of the house your family members are currently occupying. Closing the doors to unused rooms like guest bedrooms and home offices helps control air flow, cooling only the rooms that need it.

Using your home’s ceiling fans can also help circulate air, whether you are air conditioning your house or relying on natural window ventilation. Combining a fan with your home’s air conditioning allows you to raise the temperature of your thermostat to more closely resemble the outdoor temperature. Window fans also provide valuable air circulation in rooms that are not equipped with ceiling fans. Both types use very little energy, but offer a great deal of comfort. As with any other appliance or device, remember to turn off the fans before you leave the room to avoid further energy consumption.

To learn more about how Monroe Oil Company’s oil heating products and services can keep your home and family comfortable year round, visit their website or call (585) 244-4080 today. You can also find the company on Facebook and Google +.