Staying Cool and Comfortable During the Summer

Even though temperatures have dropped slightly in the last week or so, here in Phoenix, it is still really hot. Until fall truly gets here in a month or so, staying cool and comfortable in your home is a priority. It can be difficult to save money when you are constantly using your air conditioner to cool your home down. There are a few things you can do around your house to both save money and to keep your home cool and comfortable for your family and for your pets.

Tricks of the Trade

Just by following a few of the tips below you could see a change in your energy bill. While it may not seem like a lot at first, multiply the amount you save per month for a years’ time span. You may be surprised at the actual amount you save.

• Insulation - Make sure that your home has insulation throughout it. While insulation keeps you warm during the winter, it will also keep you cool during the summer. Insulation prevents warm air from getting into your home, and the cool air from escaping. So check the insulation levels throughout your home.
• Fans - Ceiling fans and ground fans are also good investments. The fans help push air throughout the home which cools the home. Even without the AC on, you may feel a difference in the temperature of your home. So having a fan in almost every room is not a bad idea.
• Security Screens/Doors - Security screens will allow you to open up your home when it is cool out during the night. That way your home cools off. Then when you are getting ready for work the next morning, you can shut your home up before the temperatures start rising. It’s a easy way to cool your home without using the air conditioner.

Cooling your home and saving money is not as complicated as you may think. Just use a couple of the tips above and you may see quite the difference in your home. For more information on air conditioning contact ACE Home Air Conditioning Contractor Phoenix.