Ways to Cut Your Summer Energy Bills

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I love to walk on beeches in summers, going for hiking, and chilling at the pool with bottle of beer but I don’t like the rising temperature and the rising electricity bill of my house. I think we have a common issue that’s why you are here. Don’t worry I am sharing some hacks that will help you to lower your electricity bills.

Do I save energy by unplugging devices?

This is the most obvious question one can have, or what I would call a myth. People typically believe that unplugging appliances such as power strips with multiple devices , plugged-in laptop chargers not charging anything will help to reduce energy consumption and energy bills. So, I want you to notice it for yourself, do it for a month, and see what happens. I am convinced that the difference will be negligible.

Audit Your Home Energy Use

Is your HVAC system is working with its full efficiency? You might say Yes or No, due to two options available. But how did you know that? Have you done the auditing? Without auditing, you are just guessing. A professional auditor helps you to figure out any air leak and make sure proper insulation is in place or not by checking every single corner of your house. They also confirm the energy consumption by appliances and electronics you use to suggest any change if they found is needed. The improper insulation means your HVAC systems will work inefficiently.

Clean or Replace Your AC Air Filters Every Month

Do you tune-up your bike after a certain amount of time? What happens if you don't do it on a consistent basis? The result would be a decrease in the performance of your motorcycle's engine.

That is also true for air conditioning; if you do not clean your AC filters after a given period of time, it will not function properly. Air conditioner systems absorb the warm air from your home. As the moisture condenses on the coils, it drips into a drip pan. If your air filters are dirty, they will obstruct airflow. This will put additional strain on the pump.

The length of the service is determined by the number of family members in your home, if you have any pets, and whether anyone in your household has allergies. If you don't want to delve too deep, stick to the once-a-month formula.

Turn on Ceiling Fan

Ceiling fans use the least amount of energy compared to air conditioners. You can save money by turning on a ceiling fan when your air conditioner is set to a higher setting, or even turning off the air conditioner entirely, on days when the heat and humidity outside are less strong.

We've addressed the topic in this blog(click here to read), and you'll find all the details regarding the various elements to consider while selecting fans.

Install a Programmable Thermostat

This is the best suited option for the homeowners who work outside most of the time, this programmable thermostat will set the temperature according to your preference a few minutes before your arrival. That will save energy consumption by AC for the rest of day which will be visible in your lower energy bill.

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