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The summer heat can become unbearable at times, but your home should always be cool and comfortable. If you still find the heat unbearable, even inside the house, then it might be time to take a look at how to better cool your home. Here are 4 ways to more efficiently cool your house this summer.
- Central Air Is the Most Efficient
Relying on fans, window units, or portable AC units will not cool your home efficiently or effectively. Central air is the most reliable way to be sure your entire home stays cool and comfortable this summer. These units are specifically designed for efficiency in cooling the entire home that other units just don’t have. Without the efficiency of central air, you are risking running up energy costs and paying a fortune just to have a little relief from the heat. Consider installing central air to maximize efficiency and save on monthly costs. Contact a professional AC repair technician to find out more about installing central air in your home.
- Pay Attention to SEER Ratings
A SEER rating is otherwise known as the Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio. When looking into a new unit, find one that has a higher SEER rating to guarantee maximum efficiency. While they may cost more upfront, they ultimately save more money over time as energy costs are reduced each month. For the best results, look into buying an AC unit with a SEER rating of 16 or higher. The accumulated savings over time makes the initial investment of an AC unit with a higher SEER rating well worth the purchase price.
- Invest In the Right Size of Unit
A unit that is too small for a home will only have to work harder to cool the home, making it less efficient and costing you more in cooling costs this summer. Investing in a properly sized unit for the square footage of your home means that the AC unit will have enough power to effectively cool the home and save on energy costs as well. An AC unit that is too large for the space of your house could begin to short cycle, starting and stopping often. Not only is this less efficient, but it also wears down the parts of the AC unit faster. Consult an experienced AC technician to find out what size unit is right for your home.
- Look Into Dual Systems
If the setup of your home allows, inquire about installing a dual system in your home, which allows you to cool the top floor and lower floor of the home separately. This means you can maximize the efficiency of cooling the entire home by turning the temperature up in areas of the home that aren’t in use and only cooling the areas of the house that you know will be used at certain times of the day. While the initial cost could be more than you want to pay, this method for cooling your home is one of the best in maximizing the efficiency and saving money long term.