Avoid These Common Mistakes To Keep Your AC Happy
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Now that summer has arrived we couldn’t be any happier about the most enjoyable season of the year. It may be important to you to be able to keep your home cool even on the hottest days of the year. However, are you making common mistakes that could at worst-case lead to an AC replacement in Victorville CA.
Taking good care of your AC unit will not only ensure you save some extra bucks on the electricity bill during this season, but it will also get the best out of the system without having to pay for unnecessary repairs.
Keep It Cool
Even if it’s hotter than ever, keeping your AC unit running 24/7 will use extra energy and deteriorate the system beyond repair, which will lead to an AC replacement in Victorville CA. The airflow within the household will go dry and could cause a sore throat or further respiratory problems. To avoid this and save some bucks on your bill, you can opt for leaving the thermostat up in the mornings until you get back.
Make Sure You Use It Every Now And Then
Leaving your cooling unit off for long periods of time could lead to dust and debris building up within. Along with the humidity, depending on the season, it could also make the perfect home for mold to develop. Of course, this increases the chances of a respiratory problem occurring.
A very effective way to control this issue without having to get an AC replacement in Victorville CA, is to get a Wi-Fi thermostat. This way, whenever you’re out of the house, you will still have full-control over your thermostat.
Don’t Abuse The Thermostat
When the hottest days of the year are here, we can’t really blame you for wanting to cool your house down as fast as possible. However, setting the thermostat much lower than the temperature you desire will make the whole unit work even harder than it should, which could shorten its lifespan or cause some serious problems that will cost you quite a bit.
Set the Thermostat at the exact temperature you want. It’s not worth it to risk its performance in the future for a degree more or less. First, you won’t even feel it, and second, it will eventually affect your pockets.
Get The Best Out Of The Fans
Fans contribute to the cooling of the house without using as much energy as an AC unit. It might not do the whole job, but it definitely makes your Air Conditioner’s life much easier. Besides being an improvement for the look of your home, they also help you save money!
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Written By Matt Postoian
Matt Postoian has been in the HVAC industry for over 20 years and is dedicated to providing homeowners in Southern California with total home comfort.
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