When it comes to the Dallas climate, it can be hard to manage keeping your home cool without spending a lot. According to the Department of Energy, the ordinary homeowner will spend almost half their energy bill on their heating and cooling needs, around $875 a year. However, if you’d like to potentially reduce that number, it might be time to consider scheduling air conditioner service and a consultation to talk about upgrading your home’s air conditioning system.
In a recent USA Today article, Department of Energy Deputy Assistant Secretary Kathleen Hogan says “Residents should strongly consider replacing a central air more than a dozen years old. Switching it out for one that carries an ENERGY STAR® rating could pare your cooling costs by roughly 30 percent.”
Any savings will vary depending on the age of the air conditioner, but usually, getting a new air conditioner takes strategic advantage of the technological innovations made that make heating and cooling equipment more efficient.
Of course, newer, energy efficient air conditioners could help take a chunk out of your energy costs, but don’t diminish the importance of routine air conditioner service. Hogan and Dan DiClerico, senior editor of Consumer Reports also say that cleaning and changing air filters can significantly improve the performance of your air conditioner.
Also cited as critical keys to keeping your home cool without spending a lot:
- Add insulation to your attic
- Make sure your home is well-sealed
- Seal your ductwork to make sure the cool air is going where it’s supposed to
- Set your thermostat to 78 degrees Fahrenheit; 26 degrees Celsius
- Close vents in rooms that are unoccupied
- Run a ceiling fan in the area you are in
Whether you’re hoping to set up air conditioner service or want to find out more about your replacement air conditioner choices, give the pros at Levy & Son Service Experts a call at 469-250-0932 or set up an appointment with us through our online scheduler.