Whether your home relies on an air conditioning unit or centralized air to keep you cool, you probably notice a huge spike in your utility bills during the summer. Fortunately, you don’t need to sacrifice comfort or cool air to save money. Here are a few ways to save on money during the warm seasons.

How to Stay Cool While Saving Money

1. Insulate Your Home

Cracks and small leaks throughout your home allow it to seep cold air, wasting money and energy. Conduct a thorough inspection to locate any leaks around doors, windows, or outlets and then use caulk or foam to patch them up.

2. Turn Off & Unplug Electronics

Switching off your air conditioning unit and other electronics when no one is using them is an immediate way to reduce your electricity bill. Be sure to unplug and not just turn them off; devices that are plugged in continue to use energy, even if it’s switched to “off”.

3. Block Sunlight

Bright sunshine streaming through the windows quickly heats up your home, forcing your air conditioning unit to work harder. Planting trees outside your windows or installing drapes blocks out the light, cooling the room and cutting back on energy.

4. Clean Your Air Conditioner

According to Energy.gov, replacing your air conditioning unit’s filter reduces your unit’s energy consumption by 5% to 15%. That’s because dirty, clogged filters disrupt the airflow, causing your unit to work less efficiently. Regularly clean your unit and change the filters to keep debris from building up.

5. Update Your Thermostat

Modern thermostats are equipped with technology that allows your home to reach a temperature at specific times. That means you can keep the air conditioning off when the house is empty but come home to a cool house simply by programming the thermostat ahead of time.

 

Want to cut back your utility bills this summer? C & S Heating and Cooling of Wentzville, MO, will work with you to find the best cooling system for your home and offers several energy-efficient options. For more than 30 years, they’ve been providing the Tri-County area with quality central heating and air conditioner components along with top-quality maintenance to keep them in optimal condition. Learn more at their website or call (636) 327-4238 to set up an appointment.