How to save on air conditioning

Saving money in the summer months is never easy. For those of us with kids in school, summer means more time spent at home and more energy used during the day.

You could plan your holidays and stock up on summer clothes. But one of the biggest costs is also one of the most annoying: the cost of air conditioning.

With Stoke-On-Trent Hydraulic Emergency Response, but you can feel comfortable without having to completely shut down the system. We have some tips to help you stay cooler without spending a lot of money on AC.

Most homes these days have a programmable thermostat for heating and air operation (and if you don’t, it’s time for a thermostat update!). However, many people have no idea how to actually take advantage of its settings.

If you are still unsure how to use the thermostat, or to do a Stoke-On-Trent Air Conditioner Installation consult the manual (which you may find online) or call an experienced technician from Stoke-On-Trent Plumber. It’s worth a few minutes of your time!

Once you know how your thermostat works, the rest comes easily. Follow our tips to make sure you use your thermostat as efficiently as possible.

Keep the thermostat at around 78° when you are at home, or as hot as you and your family can agree. You may be surprised at how comfortable you are!
Increase the temperature by about 10° when you are not at home.
Don’t fluctuate the temperature too much during the day.

USE the programmable thermostat! Do not try to reset it manually every day, as this leads to forgetfulness.
If your schedule changes frequently, consider a smart thermostat over a regular timer thermostat. It is easy to use!

When the house is full of leaks, when the air escapes from the windows and doors and the heat enters the house. You spend more on air conditioning than you should. Sealing these leaks comes at a cost, of course, but it’s small compared to what you’ll save over the next few years.

The purchase of putty to fill the empty spaces around pipes and windows and the s painting. Sealing the space between doors and entrances can save you a lot of money over time.

We have some ideas for you!

Fill a bucket halfway with ice and make holes in one side of the bucket above the ice. Point a face-down fan into the bucket and turn the fan on. Here you are! Cheap air conditioning! (Temporarily, of course.)
Take a dip in a public swimming pool.
Drink plenty of water and wear light clothing.
Open the windows if the weather is cold enough.
Keep the blinds and shadows closed during the day.
Use a ceiling fan in conjunction with your air conditioner to push fresh air into the living space.
Use someone else’s air conditioning! Go to the mall or run your errands during the day, or hang out at the local library.
Contact Stoke-On-Trent Plumber for Stoke-On-Trent Air Conditioner Installation Services.

CALL 01782301002