How to Save on Air Conditioning in the Kalamazoo Summer

The reports are in, and we are officially in the middle of a very hot summer. So now, the real question is this: how are you and your family beating the heat?

Here at JP Heating and Air Conditioning, we understand that keeping your home cool during the hot Kalamazoo summer is essential. At the same time, we also understand that you don’t want to spend a fortune just to keep cool. That’s why we’re taking this month’s blog post to discuss how you can save on air conditioning while keeping cool.

Quick Tips for Saving on Air Conditioning Costs

The first, most obvious way to save on air conditioning costs is simply to not use your air conditioner so much. To that end, we’ve prepared a small list of alternative options for you to save money and keep cool.

1. Use Fans Liberally

Old school? Yes. Surprisingly cost-effective? Also yes.

Some people feel that using fans simply doesn’t work as a replacement for proper air conditioning. And, honestly, they’re right. Instead of replacing your air conditioning with fans, we recommend using them in tandem. Instead of bringing your AC down 7 degrees, consider bringing it down 3-4 degrees and using a fan to bring you down another 3-7 (depending on how cool you like it). This will save you a surprising amount of money while keeping you at the ideal temperature.

2. Keep an Eye on Heat Build-Up

Though this may seem obvious in some ways, being watchful of other sources of heat build-up in your home can make a big difference. Some sources of heat build-up in the home are:

• Using the oven or stove
• Running the dishwasher
• Long, hot showers
• Running the dryer

If you’re really interested in beating the heat while saving money, consider some alternatives. Consider any of the following as alternatives:

• Having cool or room-temperature meals (such as sandwiches)
• Washing dishes by hand
• Taking shorter, colder showers
• Hanging up your clothes to air dry

3. Close Your Curtains

When you’re leaving home for the day, consider closing your curtains before you go. Light from the sun can heat up your home while you’re gone, meaning your AC will have to work harder when you get back and turn it on. Consider closing your blinds, using a blackout curtain, or simply hanging up a blanket to insulate your home.

Get AC Repair in Advance

Even if your AC is working, it may not be working at full capacity. Over time, your air conditioner will start to accumulate dirt, dust, and pollen, which can reduce your air quality and make your AC work harder to get the same job done. At the same time, your AC may simply have parts that are seeing the end of their lifetime. Scheduling AC repair or maintenance can save you a large amount of money in the long run while keeping your home cooler.

Are you interested in air conditioning repair to keep cool during the Kalamazoo summer? If so, then you’re not alone. Click here to contact our professionals at JP Heating & Air Conditioning and schedule your appointment today!