5 Quick Tips About Air Conditioning For Your Condo

Don’t let the Phoenix heat get the best of your home this summer! Make sure our condo’s air conditioner is prepared to handle high temperatures and extended use by following our expert advice. The following tips will help you spend less time sweating, and more time enjoying your summer, all reducing your energy costs and saving you money!

1. Rethinking the Thermostat

One of the easiest steps you can take towards a cooler condo is adjusting the thermostat. Ideally, you want a programmable thermostat that can be adjusted to properly cool your home, even when you aren't there. Regardless of your model, you want to do the following:

• Turn the thermostat up a few degrees at night when it isn't as hot outside. This can save you a lot of dough over time.
• When you leave for work or vacation, simply turn the thermostat up by 5-10 degrees. Do NOT turn your AC off, because it will use a lot more energy to turn on and re-cool your whole condo and leave you with hot rooms when you return.
• Try adjusting your thermostat to 78 degrees, which is that standard temperature for optimal performance.

2. The Feng Shui of Air Conditioning

You may want to consider re-arranging the furniture in your home. You want to ensure that there are no chairs or items blocking the airflow from the AC vents, helping cool air flow through the whole condo.

3. Effectively Utilizing Fans

If you feel that your condo has poor air circulation, then you may want to invest in a box fan. They use less electricity than your AC and are great at promoting air-flow throughout smaller spaces.

4. Window Watching

During the day, try to keep all blinds and drapes closed. The heat from the sun rays can travel through your windows and heat up your condo, combat the work your AC is doing to cool it down. At night, feel free to open the drapes back up and enjoy your cooled down condo.

5. Maintain, maintain, maintain

One of the worst things that can happen is an unexpected breakdown in the middle of summer. By performing regular maintenance checks, especially before seasons of high use, you can ensure that your AC is prepared to do its job without any surprise issues. This is one of the most important steps when it comes to ensuring your AC will work efficiently and effectively.