Air conditioning makes indoor air quality much more comfortable, especially during the summer—but these benefits can come at a high cost to homeowners In the US alone, air conditioning generates an annual cumulative price tag of more than $11 billion! To combat these expenses, residents of Cincinnati, OH, can rely on the air conditioning contractors at J.J. Smith Heating & Cooling to deliver efficient and cost-effective air conditioning solutions.

Stay cool and save money with their energy saving tips:

• Change Filters: Clogged filters can reduce air flow, making your unit work twice as hard. Clean and replace your filters regularly, since doing so can lower your energy consumption by 5-15%.
• Keep Sun Away: Keep the sun’s direct rays off your outdoor unit by shading it. The hotter it is outdoors, the harder it is for your compressor to do its job and the more you'll spend keeping your house cool.  
• Insulate Ducts: About 30% of a cooling system’s energy consumption is because of air loss through ducts. Properly insulated ducts will increase your unit’s efficiency and keep cooler air coming in.
• Use A Ceiling Fan: Ceiling fans help move cool air around the house, decreasing your unit’s workload. They also allow you to raise the thermostat setting about four degrees, saving you a great deal of energy.
• Close Curtains: Direct sunlight can increase solar heat gain, requiring more effort from your unit to keep the house cool. Close the curtains or install energy-efficient window covers to combat this.
• Sleep Mode Function: Activate your unit’s sleep mode function to help you save energy at night. It functions by raising the set temperature at a specific time of the day, allowing you to take advantage of lower temperatures when you need them and letting your unit rest when possible.
• Maintenance: Regular maintenance will help your air conditioner's filters, coils, and fins function effectively and efficiently. A decline in performance will only increase energy use, so yearly professional maintenance is a must.

J.J. Smith Heating & Cooling has been serving the Anderson, Union, and Pierce Townships for over 30 years. Call (479) 638-7006 or visit their website to learn more about their services, and how they can help turn your home into a more energy efficient setting.