If you live in St. George, you are likely looking for ways to reduce your HVAC in St George bill every summer. This is probably true now more than ever due to the COVID-19 pandemic that has turned the world upside down. Alpine Temperature Control is here to help. We’ve put together a list of ways that you can do just that. Check out the tips below and feel free to give us a call if you need assistance with any of them.
1. Replace Your Filters
Air filters are an important part of HVAC in St George. They can help keep your system running efficiently and like it should by keeping dust and dirt from blocking vents. This improves air circulation. Dirty filters mean that your system has to work harder than it should. When it comes to HVAC in St George, you should be checking your air filters every few weeks and replacing them a couple of times each year. Homes with pets and/or children may need to change filters more frequently. The good news is that these are pretty inexpensive and something that you should be able to do on your own.
2. The Way You Sleep
The more your HVAC in St George turns on and off, the higher your bill is going to be. If you want to be warmer at night, use more blankets. If you want to be cooler, use fewer blankets. This can reduce the number of times your unit turns on during the night. This is because your unit uses the most power during the process of turning on because it has to draw much more electricity to power on the compressor.
3. Don’t Cook Indoors
When you cook with your oven or on the stovetop, you create a lot of heat in the home. This will put a lot of extra strain on your HVAC in St George — especially during the heat of the summer. When the weather is nice, it is a great time to do your cooking outdoors. Doing this a couple of times during the week can make a difference in your bill. There are also other cooking methods that can help too. Use the microwave, crockpot, or other appliance that doesn’t create so much heat.
4. Fans
You probably already know that your ceiling fan (and other fans) don’t actually produce cool air. Their job is to move the air around your home. This can help make you a little more comfortable, but there are some other ways that your fans can help cut your HVAC in St George costs. This has to do with the way the fan is rotating. If you adjust your ceiling fan to run counter-clockwise, it will help to keep the cold air moving and circulating through the room. You want to have your fan spinning clockwise in the wintertime to help the warmer air rise. You can also try using a bowl of ice to help create colder air for the fan to blow around the room. Just put the ice in front of the fan and turn it on.
5. Insulation
You might be leaking air in your walls, attic, or crawl space. Using some insulation to stop these leaking spots can go a long way towards increasing the energy efficiency in your home. This isn’t going to be as inexpensive as some of the other ways to cut your HVAC in St George bill, but it will be a great investment in the long run.
6. Smart Thermostats
A smart thermostat can save you money because they are programmed to your schedule and make the most of the time you need to use them while reducing usage when you don’t. You don’t need to have your HVAC unit coming on and working all day when you aren’t home. A smart thermostat makes sure that doesn’t happen. These things used to be pricey, but you can find them the cheapest on Amazon. They are also extremely easy to install, but just in case you may want to make friends with your handy neighbor (the one with all the cool tools). Studies show that you can cut your HVAC in St George costs by almost 20 percent by using a smart thermostat.
Even More Tips
- Air conditioner maintenance
- Seal your windows
- Install new windows
- Spend more time in the cool basement
- Installing solar panels
- Put up curtains
- Plant trees for shade around your home
Alpine Temperature Control hopes that you’ll be able to take advantage of these tips so that you can stay as comfortable and possible without spending all the big dollars. If you have any questions contact us and we’ll happily help you in any of your air conditioning needs!
