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Page 1: Ways to Increase Air Conditioning Efficiency

Ways to Increase Air Conditioning Efficiency

When installing a new air conditioning system in the home, it is important to consider energy efficiency.

With proper energy efficiency, the air conditioner will be able to work properly and use less energy as

you enjoy cool air in the home. This means your utility bill will be affordable and you will not break the

bank staying comfortable in your home.

Your Air Conditioning system needs to be maintained and cared for over the years to ensure that energy

efficiency remains. There are ways that you, the homeowner, can increase the amount of energy

efficiency available for your air conditioning unit. Learning these tips and tricks will allow you to enjoy

maximum comfort without stressing too much about your utility bill or Air Conditioning system’s life

span. Read on below to learn more about the ways you can increase the efficiency of your home air

conditioning unit.

Thermostat Control

A major factor in maintaining proper energy efficiency is with temperature control. You need to be in

control of the temperature in the home to be able to help your air conditioning unit work efficiently.

With a programmable thermostat, your system will be able to function as you need it to. A

programmable unit allows you the freedom to have your unit shut off, be at a higher temperature or

provide full cooling when you need it most. This modified control option helps you to be in control of

your home comfort. Set the system to shut off while you are away and turn back on before you arrive

home. This gives your unit a much needed break while you still have the cooling comfort as you come

back home from work or play. Different variations of programmable thermostats can be installed in the

home to give you simple control or customizable options based on your home cooling needs.

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Avoid Heat Producing Equipment

Every time the home begins to warm up, the Air Conditioning system will kick in to provide cool air. Air

conditioner efficiency is a must and your unit will try to compensate for the warm feeling in the home.

This can happen when you run the dryer in the laundry room or the oven in the kitchen. As soon as the

temperature changes, the air conditioner will turn on and run until the desired temperature is reached.

Try to avoid using such appliances during the daytime hours as your unit will need to work overtime to

meet desired temperature settings.

Seal the Home

To contain the cool temperatures inside the home, you must have an insulated space. This will include

air tight seals around the windows and doors of your home. When you have air leaks, the desired

temperature cannot be reached which means your unit will continue to function well past the time

frame needed to cool the home. This will decrease the energy efficiency of your system and cost you

money. Inspect your home each year for issues with sealing and make appropriate changes to ensure

you have a comfortable space, without any air leaks.

Add Insulation

You can also choose to add more insulation in the home to increase comfort levels and help your system

maintain energy efficiency. By simply adding an additional layer of insulation, you will be able to have a

cooler home with less operational time for your air conditioning unit.

Inspect Ductwork

An important feature to your air conditioning system is the ductwork. To ensure your home can be cool

and comfy, the ductwork must be able to provide the cool air as it is created. Have the ductwork of your

home inspected each year to make sure you have no rips or tears which can result in a cooling loss and

less energy efficiency with your cooling system.

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