How to keep cool in high temperatures and not increase energy bills?
Find out our recommendations and tips to help you control costs by taking small and simple steps and optimizing your energy use.
First of all, it is important to choose the right air conditioning system (if you haven't decided which type of air conditioning system is right for you)
It is important to consider the costs associated with this system so that there are no unpleasant surprises.
Be sure to look at the energy label to gauge the product's performance.
Then you can analyze the noise level of the air conditioner to make sure that you will be comfortable.
Choose inverter technology to save money. This technology balances consumption depending on the ambient temperature and the desired indoor temperature.
Using this type of product can save up to 30 % of energy compared to a conventional air conditioner.
To find the right air conditioner for your needs, you can contact a specialist who can perform an assessment of the thermal properties of your home.
In addition, the specialist will be able to advise you by assessing the square footage of your house and its specific features.
Second, you need to know how to adjust the air conditioner
When hot weather arrives, your comfort may decrease due to improper setting.
It is important that the difference between the temperature in your room and outside does not exceed 5-7 degrees. Do not forget that you will feel ideal if the temperature is 24-26° C. If you stick to this, you will save energy because the air conditioner will not be overloaded.
Keep the temperature stable throughout the day to save money. This will avoid the constant restart of the air conditioner and the fluctuation of the system.
In order to feel comfortable, it is recommended to maintain a difference of no more than 5 degrees between the outdoor and indoor temperatures at night. In addition, air conditioners have a "night mode" function that automatically turns them off at night, which will help you save money.
Do not forget to turn off the air conditioner when the temperature reaches 26 °C. You can open windows and doors to create a draft and cool the house.
Don't forget to close the shutters and windows to reduce the heat entering the house.
Finally, to save money in the long run, you need to maintain your air conditioner
To maintain your air conditioner yourself, you can clean the air filters to optimize its efficiency and prevent the spread of bad odors.
You can also create a contract to make it easier to monitor and maintain your products.
Check out all our maintenance tips.
