Your air conditioning unit accounts for half of your ever-increasing electric bills during the summer. As the temperature rises, your AC unit works harder to make your home cool and comfortable. Pell City's leading air conditioning service Allen Service Co, in Pell City, AL, understands an AC must be able to withstand the hot summer months, but this can be accomplished without you shelling out extra money. 

This season, you can lower your energy consumption through these three tips:

• Maintenance: How many times do you change your AC filter? To make sure your air conditioning system is always in good condition, replace your AC filter at least four times a year. A dirty AC filter works 15% more than usual, increasing your energy consumption. Hire a professional air conditioning service to check if your AC is operating efficiently, and fix any problems found with the unit.
• Core Temperature: To make it easier for your AC to cool down your home, don't let heat build up inside your home. Cover the windows facing the sun to prevent heat from coming in. Try using white blinds and shades to reflect away heat from the house. It is also advisable to place your television and other electrical appliances away from the AC thermostat. The heat from these devices can cause the thermostat to “think” the house is warmer than usual, making the air conditioning unit run longer.
• Air Circulation: Having a few fans running in an air-conditioned room helps circulate the cool air, thereby reducing the work that the air conditioner puts in. Since they consume far less power than an air conditioner, you don’t have to worry about high energy consumption even if you have two or more fans on at the same time.

When you need an expert air conditioning service, Allen Service Co is the name you can trust. Give the Pell City experts a call at (205) 338­2311, or visit the website to schedule maintenance for your AC unit.