Are you trying to figure out a way to save money on your cooling costs? Make sure that you have the correct thermostat settings! Being aware that your thermostat settings can save money. It will also allow for your A/C unit to run at its peak efficiency.
4 TRICKS TO HELP YOU SAVE COOLING COSTS USING YOUR THERMOSTAT
1st - We must understand that setting your thermostat a few degrees higher will cut costs by HIGH percentage. Setting your thermostat to 72˚ instead of 78˚ can increase operating costs by almost 50%! This means that if your house is always set at 72˚, try setting it a few degrees higher to cut cooling costs!
2nd – When first turning on your A/C unit, remember to set the thermostat to 78˚. Your A/C unit will not cool any faster when setting the thermostat to 70˚ it will only cool longer. Most people set their thermostats relatively low when getting home to a warm house. Remember that it will not cool down faster!
3rd – Never turn the A/C off when you leave your house. Leaving the house and turning OFF the A/C unit for a few hours will not allow the unit to cool down for several hours. The Latent heat buildup in the house will make the A/C unit work harder to remove the heat. This is strenuous on your unit and takes a long time. Setting the temperature in the 80˚’s when you are away from home will allow your system to cool off without loosing all the cold air supplied by the unit.
4th – In most cases it is best to leave your thermostat on “Auto.” One reason for this is that when the fan blows at variable speeds, the costs are reduced by $20 to $30. When the fan is in the “on” position, it continuously runs. Humidity is also higher when the fan is on! A thermostat on “Auto” will keep humidity lower and costs lower, resulting in higher comfort!
These are four simple ideas that can help a homeowner save money on their cooling costs! For more tips and tricks, check out RPMechanical.com!
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