Conserve on Energy Bills During Hot Summer Months


The summer months are finally upon us, and with it comes the heat. While your air conditioner can help you achieve some much-needed relief during the summer months, it can become costly.
In fact, according to The U.S. Energy Information Administration, your heating and cooling costs account for about 50% of your home’s energy budget. The best way to save is knowing the tips and tricks that HVAC companies have been teaching their customers for years. You will start seeing serious savings and a reduction in energy consumption.

Be in the know of when to turn off your air conditioner
Modify the temperature before you leave your house (assuming nobody will be home) or before you go to bed will yield savings.
Tip - In the warmer months, the thermostat should be set no lower than 76°F to 78°F.

Install a programmable thermostat
This thermostat allows you to program what hours your home will be vacant, and when you will be asleep. This removes the hassle of constantly changing your thermostat and the dread of coming home to a scorching house.
Tip - Henson Robinson is a Carrier® Factory Authorized Dealer and has plenty of programmable thermostats to choose.

Choose ENERGY STAR
Make the cool choice for your homes air conditioning system. Energy Star is a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency voluntary program that helps businesses and individuals save money and protect our climate through superior energy efficiency.
Tip- A ENERGY STAR certified room air conditioner uses about 15% less energy than a non-efficient brand.

Ceiling fan?
A ceiling fan will cool the room by approximately 4 degrees, allowing you to turn the thermostat down accordingly.
Tip - In the summer, use the ceiling fan in the counterclockwise direction. When standing directly under the ceiling fan, you should feel a cool breeze.

Blinds and drapes are not just for decoration
Selected window treatments can prevent your house from heating up under the summer sun. There are two options for window treatments: blinds and drapes. When either is closed over a window with a lot of sun exposure, they can reduce heat gain by up to between 33% - 45%.
Tip - Most retailers sell sun blocking curtains.

Schedule a  professional AC maintenance
Professional A/C maintenance is to save you money. You will significantly increase the chances that your A/C technician will catch small problems before they become big ones. When your A/C is running efficiently, it does not have to work hard to cool your house; this will also lower energy use. Which means more significant savings for you on your monthly utility bills.
Tip - Call Henson Robinson Company at 217.544.8451.

At Henson Robinson, we want you to save on energy bills while keeping your home comfortable all summer long. Contact Henson Robinson Company's service team we'd love to help answer any questions, and can even guide you with energy saving options.  Give us a call today at 217.544.8451, or visit our website to learn more about our cooling services. 




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