How Can I Reduce My Electric Bill? page 2

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Ways to reduce loads on Air Conditioners

Clean or replace you’re A/C filters once a month is the first step in saving money because a dirty filter causes the A/C to work harder, thereby using more electricity.

Check your home for leaks and drafts. Install fresh weather-stripping around doors and windows.

Set your thermostat at 78 degrees or warmer with the fan switched to auto. Raise your thermostat to 82 or warmer when you are away.

Make sure the condensate drain is draining properly and is free of obstruction.

Keep your vents and intake registers free of dust and obstructions. A vent or register with obstructed air-flow works much harder than necessary. Make sure all the air conditioning ducts are leak free.

Have a licensed air conditioning technician thoroughly check, clean the coils, and tune up your system. Regular annual service can extend the life of your equipment and dramatically reduce the electric bill.

Have proper attic ventilation and insulation. If you have less than 12 inches, you should add another layer of insulation in the attic. Install Ridge vent or other passive ventilation systems to keep your attic as cool as possible.

Install a new air conditioner with a SEER of higher 16 or higher.

Plant tree or large shrubs on south facing windows to reduce direct sunlight.

Install double pane windows with low-E glass, especially for south facing windows.

Open your windows for ventilation in the winter. Fans can be used for air circulation in winter and summer to maintain