Martens Heating and Cooling: Summer Air Conditioning Tips

As we experience the sizzling summer season here in Wisconsin, taking care of your air conditioner is more important than ever. 

Once you have the right air conditioner for your home, it’s important to follow these summer AC tips and tricks. By doing so, you’ll keep it running smoothly, extend its life, and even cut down on electricity bills and energy usage this summer. 

Let’s dive in and discover how to keep your cool all season long.

Set The Right Temperature

When it comes to setting the right temperature for your home, focus on balancing comfort with not letting the air conditioner run continuously throughout the summer months. 

When using a program, keep the setbacks within a couple of degrees of the temperature you would like it to be when you are home. If your program temperatures are too far apart, it will cost more energy and work your equipment harder. 

Programmable thermostats and smart home technology can also keep your home cool while reducing additional costs associated with running your air conditioner. These advanced options are great for adjusting temps while you’re at work, on vacation, or spending a weekend up north. By setting a temperature and forgetting it, you can reduce your energy usage by 5 to 15 percent, according to the Office of Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy.  

Maximize Airflow and Efficiency

To maximize airflow and efficiency, clean or replace your air filters regularly. This will not only be more energy efficient but also improve your home’s air quality

You’ll also want to check that air ducts throughout your home aren’t obstructed by furniture or other objects. This will ensure the air keeps flowing easily throughout your home to create consistent airflow. 

If your home has ceiling fans, they can help to keep air circulating to cool your home effectively.   

The Myth of Opening Windows to Supplement Cooling

Keep your windows closed and keep your central air running. It takes very little energy to maintain the temperature in your home. Opening your windows can increase energy costs. Your central air will have to work harder to remove the humidity you let back in. Plus, there are several options for bringing fresh, filtered, low-humidity air into your home without having to open windows. 

Heat-generating appliances and electronics can also heat your home and cause your air conditioner to run longer and run frequently. 

If you’re using the oven or stovetop, turn them off as soon as you’re done to prevent excess energy costs. Consider outdoor grilling or cooking over a fire pit when possible to keep the inside temperatures cooler. 

Maintain the Air Conditioning System

To get the most out of your air conditioning system and to extend its life, schedule regular maintenance with a trusted HVAC service provider. 

The team at Martens Heating and Cooling can service your home’s air conditioning unit through routine inspections, checking for cracks, dust and debris, and so much more. 

Another way to keep your air conditioner running smoothly is by removing debris around the outdoor unit to keep air flowing and prevent damage. 

Call the Air Conditioning Experts at Martens Heating and Cooling Today!

“The guy that came out to fix the central air was so nice, so helpful. He did a super job. Everything’s working great. He went above and beyond. I couldn’t be happier. 5 stars.” — Terri S. 

If you have any other air conditioning questions or maintenance concerns, call the service team at Martens Heating and Cooling today. Our technicians travel throughout the Fox Cities area, including Appleton, Berlin, Menasha, Neenah, Oshkosh, Ripon, and Winneconne

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