Monsoon or summers, living without ac in these seasons is quite unacceptable. An air conditioner is among the most energy-consuming electric appliance in your residence or office. As a result, seeing a huge increase in bills is no less than a pain. From ac service to ac repair, we need to take care of little things to avoid any big damage. Here we mentioned some tricks and tips which will help you to save energy and money.
1. Set ac to a comfortable temperature
Setting ac on a comfortable temperature will allow you to avoid an unusually high electricity bill along with adequate cooling in the room. If you set your ac at the lowest temperature and turn it off or on when feeling too cold, will make your ac consume more power, resulting in more energy consumption. Hence, this results in an increased bill. So, it is recommended to set your ac on 26°C to save money along with staying comfortable.
2. Install ac according to room capacity
Purchasing an ac is a big investment for your home or workspace. Therefore, make sure that it lasts for its expected lifespan along with running efficiently. In other words, the right size system, along with regular maintenance will help you to save bills, and repair costs, and also extend the lifespan of the system. That’s why installing the right-sized ac will deliver desired cooling results. So, before making a purchase, compare ac capacity with
- Estimated room size
- Estimated no. of people that will be present in that room
- The number of heat sources present in that room e.g., refrigerator, bulbs, etc.
For example, if a room size or environment (residential or corporate) needs a 2 Ton unit, installing a 1 Ton or a 1.5 Ton unit will cause the compressor to run at its maximum rotation setting for a much longer time which will in turn make it consume more power.
3. Check room openings
A common problem that we often ignore while the ac is turned on is consciously leaving the door or windows open. Try to take care of little things when the ac is turned on to avoid warm air coming in.
- Limit frequent entry and exit of people
- Examine the windowsill and small spaces to check any gaps in the panels that can let warm air in and cool air out
- Keep the curtains drawn, and install silhouette shades, blinds, and UV protective film on windows to block UV rays coming in.
4. Timely filter cleaning
An important ac maintenance task that you can do at home is to regularly clean ac dust filters. Dirty/choked air filters often need more energy to operate, resulting in increased electricity bills, ineffective cooling, and clogged filters. It can result in a reduced amount of airflow causing the ac compressor to run for longer and ultimately diminish the ac efficiency.
5. Ac Voltage Fluctuation
Voltage fluctuation is a change in power supply to electric appliances. Poor electricity supply, wiring issues, and connecting faulty or too many appliances within the same circuit can result in power fluctuations. This can lead to the compressor getting turned off before reaching the desired temperature, and sudden off and on cycles will increase the electricity consumption. Hence, it is recommended to install a voltage stabilizer to automatically maintain a constant level of voltage and to protect the AC from undue power failures.
6. Don’t use the ceiling fan with ac
A common mistake we all make is turning a ceiling fan on along with ac for a pleasant draft of air. Using the ceiling fan with the ac will force the convection currents, i.e., force the higher warm air lower down in the room manipulating the cooling cycle of the AC, subsequently increasing the time it takes to cool the space. So, it is recommended to not use a ceiling fan when ac is turned on for instant and better cooling.
7. Seasonal ac service
To reduce electricity bills and to boost the performance of your ac, routine ac service is very important. A prolonged ac service interval can cause a clogged ac evaporator (indoor) and condenser (outdoor), significantly reducing the performance of the ac. Hence, this results in higher electricity bills. Also, if the ac is not serviced for longer then the dirt and grime will speed up the corrosion of critical ac components. Depending on usage and the environment, getting your ac service once or twice a year is highly recommended.
Taking care of your ac will cost less than paying more bills. A little ignorance can result in bigger problems later and call for expensive repairs. Timely maintenance, problem detection, and solution can save money in the long run.
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