9achacksforlowerelectricbills

9 Air Conditioning Hacks To Lower South Florida Bill

9 Things South Floridians Can Do to Lower AC Bills The US Department of Energy and Energy Saver tells us that the average household spends close to $2000 per year on their electric bills. ​ (Source.)​ This is particularly true if you live in warmer climates like we do in South Florida. Many factors need considering when wrapping your head around why

your HVAC system is costing up to 50% of your bill. Another issue is if your house is over ten years old with the same air conditioning unit, you are more than likely spending extra money that isn't necessary. Older units are not energy efficient. Other than the unit, there are several things you can do to lower your bill and save money.

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Use programmable thermostats Clean and replace your filters Don't run your HVAC when you're not home Schedule regular maintenance on your ​ Boca Raton Air Conditioner Clean the coils Replace the filters Use ceiling fans Plant trees and shrubs Close drapes or blinds

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Programmable thermostats are great for adjusting the temperature. Many of newer thermostats are programmable with different temperatures and times. This will help to save money without having to remember to change it. Let our programmable thermostat installers in Palm Beach save you some money.

Filters will become full of dust and debris that can lead to higher bills. Be sure to change the filter often. Clean filters can save up to 40% of your energy bill.

Running your AC while you're away will spike your energy bill. Before leaving your home set the temperature to 78%. This will help maintain a comfortable level for pets and will help reduce the cost of your bill.

Regular maintenance on your HVAC is necessary for optimal performance. It's also imperative to energy conservation when it comes to your AC. Cleaning your coils will drop the machine from running harder and longer. If you aren't sure where the coils are, refer to your manual or contact a professional.

Replacing the filters is the same as cleaning your coils. Also, your system will run more efficiently when it's cleaner for your environment.

Using ceiling fan can make a huge change to the indoor temperature of the home. Ceiling fans also help the air in the house to circulate more evenly making the AC unit run less.

Many people take the steps to planting shade trees or large shrubs in front of windows where there are a lot of suns. You're not only making your home cooler you're also making the environment green friendly.

Don't forget to close your drapes or blinds when the sun is hitting those parts of your home. By closing the sun out before you leave your AC unit runs less and the home stays much cooler.

Repairs may be necessary if parts of your unit have become cracked or clogged. This could be making your HVAC run harder and will cause a serious spike in your bills. Have a professional inspect your A/C unit yearly or if you suspect it isn't working properly.

If you need more information or have noticed a change in your electric bill or if you'd like an assessment contact one of our Palm Beach, Broward County, Boca Raton AC maintenance and repair Broward 954­428­7877​ ​ Palm Beach 561­994­9008

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