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Air conditioning is essential in tropical as well as subtropical areas where the heat can be very uncomfortable and unbearable.  Without the right air conditioning system, everyone at home will be very uncomfortable including your pets. This causes electric bills to spike up during the summer months. 

 

One of the biggest consumers of electricity among all home equipment or appliances is the air conditioning system.  In order to manage and reduce energy expenses, there are some things you can do when running your air conditioner.  Here are suggestions to manage and lower your energy costs while staying comfortably cool in the summer.

 

Is it time to replace your cooling system? When shopping or purchasing Mini Split AC Toronto ON, choose one that has an Energy Star label which means that the appliance was designed and tested to ensure efficient operation.  An energy efficient cooling system is essential in reducing and managing electricity costs. Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio or SEER rating in air conditioning systems should be 13 plus for split type and 10 plus for window type air conditioning systems. An air conditioning unit will have higher efficiency when the SEER rating is higher.

 

Plan where the air conditioning unit will be installed. Do not install the unit in places where it can be exposed to direct sunlight because the compressor will have a harder time cooling down.

 

Avoid installing the internal unit near other appliances or equipment that emit heat like ovens, refrigerators, computers and televisions.

 

In order for an Air Conditioning Toronto unit to work more efficiently, it should be in a closed room or space.  Shut the door, and pull down the shades on windows in order to block out the sun. 

 

Set the cooling unit to fan first when turning it on.  This helps to remove the hot air in the room and surrounding the air conditioning unit.  Keep it on fan mode for about 10 to 15 minutes before changing to the desired temperature.

 

Always keep your cooling system clean.  Clean the filters, housing and front covers regularly.  Check the unit regularly to ensure there are no leaves or debris.

 

Regular maintenance by an air conditioning technician is necessary to make sure there are no leaks in the compressor.  Have it inspected by a qualified technician every six months.

 

If it is possible, try not using the unit in the hours of 11 am to 3 pm, which is of course the hottest hours of the day.  These simple tips can help you minimize costs by maximizing the efficiency of your air conditioning unit.