Warmer temperatures are right around the corner in Kansas City, which means it’s almost time to turn on your air conditioner. But just because it’s about to be the air conditioning season doesn’t mean you have to fork out a fortune to keep your home comfortable. From increasing your home’s efficiency to adding a programmable thermostat, there are a host of ways to beat the summer heat without driving up your monthly energy expenses.
Fresh Filtration
One of the easiest ways to keep your air conditioner operating at optimal performance is by exchanging your home’s air filter every month during the summer. Your air conditioner’s most-worked season is nearly here, which means that you’ll be relying on it a lot. Running your air conditioner frequently can quickly build up dirt and dust on your air filter, making it tougher for your system to move the same amount of air. Over time that can lead to AC repair, which no one wants to deal with when the temperatures in Kansas City get their hottest. Keeping a fresh filter in your system can help you boost efficiency and keep your home more comfortable while you’re at it.
Programmed Performance
Programmable thermostats aren’t new, but they have evolved quite a bit over the last couple years, letting homeowners experience new levels of control and comfort. What often goes unrecognized is how a perfectly programmed thermostat can help boost your air conditioner’s efficiency and make a dent in your monthly energy costs. By keeping your home warmer when you are away, you can give your air conditioner a break and take advantage of the savings that come with not cooling an empty home.
Keep Windows Covered
When you leave your home, closing your blinds and shades can help keep unwanted heat out of your home. When left open, that heat can trigger your air conditioner to turn on even when you’re not around, increasing costs and unnecessarily using energy that you’re not even feeling the benefits of. Even in environments like Kansas City you can take advantage of blackout curtains to help keep even more heat out of your home.
Realizing that the temperature is on the rise in Kansas City brings about great joy, so don’t let high energy costs change that. There are a number of easy changes you can make to increase efficiency and keep your home comfortable. If you’d like to hear more about beating the heat this summer, give the pros at Neal Harris Service Experts a call at 816-787-0500 or set up an appointment online to get your air conditioner service completed before the temperatures soar.