Dial for dollars: Remember that each degree you dial below 78 increases your energy consumption by about 8 percent. If your monthly electric bill is about $100, you’ll save $8 a month with EACH degree you can stand above 78.
Don’t take the heat: Don’t place lamps, TV sets, or other heat producing appliances near your thermostat. The thermostat senses the heat causing the air conditioner to run longer than necessary.
Made in the shade: Air conditioners with proper shading can be more efficient. Air in a shaded space is cooler than the surrounding air, meaning the A/C will have an easier time cooling the air.
Keep the filter clean: Clean and replace the air conditioner filter frequently (check the filter once a month). This is especially important during the summer when dust and allergens circulate. If the filter becomes clogged, your system will have to work harder to supply the same amount of cool air.
Call a professional: Each central air conditioning unit should be inspected and tuned by a professional. When you're a member of
Bill's Sales and Service Home Comfort Plan we will inspect your heating and air conditioning system two times per year
(spring and fall) to keep your heating and air conditioning system running efficiently. Bill's Sales and Service Home Comfort Plan is available for $144.
Please call Kirby or Pam at 417-334-4486 for more information.
