Extreme heat poses many risks to human health. Without an air conditioning unit to keep indoor temperatures low during the sweltering summer heat, you and your family may fall victim to heat distress. Unfortunately, forcing your system to work too hard to maintain ideal temperatures can lead to malfunctions and costly AC repairs. Below are several helpful tips to keep your home comfortable throughout the summer season without putting too much strain on your air conditioner.

Do:

Change the filters.

Air conditioners have filters that trap dirt, pet dander, and other debris as air circulates through your home. Dirty filters force AC units to work harder to maintain coolness. If left unchecked, clogged filters will shut a system down and cause other damage that will shorten the life span of your equipment. Avoid costly AC repairs by replacing your air filter at least once a month to ensure proper airflow.

Adjust the thermostat.

Keeping your home’s temperatures low when no one is around is a waste of energy. You can reduce energy consumption and avoid overworking your air conditioner by turning the thermostat up a few degrees when you’re out of the house. You can lower the temperature when you return. If you invest in a programmable thermostat, you can alter settings from any location so when you walk inside after an extended stay away from home, your rooms will be comfortably cool.

Don’t:

Leave blinds open.

The light from the sun can significantly increase indoor temperatures. If your home has standard double-paned windows, roughly 76% of the sun’s rays that get inside become heat. To prevent your HVAC unit from working harder to keep your home cool, leave blinds and curtains closed during the hottest hours of the day.

Forget to change ceiling fan settings. 

Ceiling fans are excellent air circulators, but you need to alter their settings when the seasons change. Set your fan to move in a counterclockwise direction in the summer season to force air downward. Change the directional setting to clockwise in winter. It’ll will gently push warm air, which rises, from the ceiling out to the walls and downward.

Stay cool indoors this summer by contacting the professionals at L&S Air Inc.  for all your AC repair needs. For almost 40 years, this certified HVAC contractor has kept customers throughout Grand Bay, AL, comfortable all year long by providing them with exceptional residential and commercial heating and cooling services. Whether you need AC replacement, routine maintenance, or emergency HVAC services, their team will quickly provide an affordable solution. For more details, visit them online, or call (251) 865- 5174 to speak with a representative about any AC repairs you may need.