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Stay Cool and Save Money with These A/C Hacks

Cassie Pound, owner of Quality Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electric
Published by
Cassie Pound
June 12, 2019

The hot weather is in the air! This makes it essential for you to maintain the coolness inside your Glenpool, OK home without worrying about the high cooling costs. But how is it possible for you to stay comfortable and slash your power bill at the same time?

Here are the safe A/C hacks you can try this hot season:

Invest in Window Treatments

Window treatments such as films, blinds, curtains, and drapes are among the cost-effective options to block the heat and lower your cooling costs. Wisely choose a combination that works best to your home. For instance, tightly-installed cellular shades can lower the unwanted solar heat by up to 80% while slat-type blinds can help control solar heat, glare, and light gain through correct adjustment.

Take Advantage of Nature’s Cool Breeze

Crack your window open at night to let the warm air out and the cool air in. Put a fan opposite your window to maximize the airflow. If you are using a ceiling fan, make sure that it spins in the right direction. When the cool air is enough, these steps can help you stay comfortable even without turning your A/C on.

Set Your A/C to Dry Mode

You can take advantage of this tip when your A/C has a dry or dehumidifying option. Set your unit to dry to remove the humidity in your room and make the air easier to cool. With this, your compressor will also run efficiently, cutting down your energy consumption by almost 50%. If you know nothing about this trick, check your unit and look for the water drop symbol. Choose that button instead of the snowflake symbol for cool. It is more effective if you are living in humid areas.

Maintain Your Air Conditioner

Whatever cooling system you are using, be it a central A/C or split system, you can reduce the cooling cost and let it run at peak performance through proper maintenance. Start on regular air filter replacement to lower your unit’s energy consumption by 5 to 15%. Also, don’t forget to remove the dirt on your outdoor condenser coils. Repair the damaged pipe insulation on refrigerant line and check your ductwork for leaks as well.

For complete A/C inspection and repair in Glenpool, OK, schedule a service with the pros. Being said, our experts at Quality Heating, Cooling & Plumbing are here to help. We deliver complete A/C services that you can rely on. Set your appointment today!

Cassie Pound, owner of Quality Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electric
Published by
Cassie Pound

Cassie Pound is the Vice President of Quality Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electric with locations in Tulsa, Glenpool, and Bartlesville, Oklahoma.