{"id":2640,"date":"2019-08-15T21:28:42","date_gmt":"2019-08-15T21:28:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/knightplumbing.ca\/how-to-save-money-on-summer-air-conditioning\/"},"modified":"2025-04-26T04:22:40","modified_gmt":"2025-04-26T04:22:40","slug":"how-to-save-money-on-summer-air-conditioning","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.knightplumbing.ca\/?p=2640","title":{"rendered":"How to Save Money on Summer Air Conditioning?"},"content":{"rendered":"

How does one stay cool during these hot summer months?<\/p>\n

The easiest way to keep comfortable is by blasting your central AC. But sometimes, the easiest solution can be the most costly.<\/p>\n

When it comes to combating a hot day, the majority of us want to find that perfect balance between staying cool and saving money. But during the hotter months, those air conditioning bills always seem to sneak up on you.<\/p>\n

Your Knight in shining armour his here! We\u2019ve gathered some of the best tips and tricks to help you spend less on summer air conditioning.<\/p>\n

1. Window Blinds<\/h2>\n

On a sunny summer morning, your first instinct is to open your blinds and let that gorgeous sunlight in.<\/p>\n

While opening your blinds can set the mood for the morning, you\u2019re contributing heat to your home.<\/p>\n

Instead, you can spend less on summer air conditioning by leaving your blinds, drapes and curtains closed.<\/p>\n

Depending on the variety of blinds, the Department of Energy (DOE)<\/a> determined you can reduce your heat gain by 33% to 80% by leaving your blinds down during the day, not allowing sunlight to shine through.<\/p>\n

2. Planting Trees<\/h2>\n

If blinds aren\u2019t your style, you can always bark up this tree by planting a tree.<\/p>\n

A great way to increase your energy efficiency is by strategically planting trees outside your house.<\/p>\n

Look around your house for windows that bring in the most amount of sun. Then, look for areas outside your house that trees could potentially have the best chance of casting shadows over.<\/p>\n

Their only drawback is that trees take time to mature. Some trees take 10-15 years to fully grow while some take  20-30 years. If you\u2019re living at a place that you\u2019re not planning on staying long term,<\/p>\n

3. Fans<\/h2>\n

Fans can be an efficient way to spend less on summer air conditioning. From ceiling fans to box fans, you can maintain a cooler atmosphere without having to lower your programmable thermostat.<\/p>\n

If you have a ceiling fan, stand underneath to make sure the air flow is being directed down. This creates the most air movement in the center of the room, which is where you need it most for the \u201cbreeze\u201d effect, which will feel cool on your skin.<\/p>\n

Remember, a fan cools skin but does not lower room temperature, so be sure to turn off fans when no one is in the same room to save energy.<\/p>\n

4. Leaking Air<\/h2>\n

Even though sharing is caring, you don\u2019t want to be sharing that cool AC with the outside world. Your central air conditioning should be contained and sealed off for a colder home.<\/p>\n

Wondering why you\u2019re home doesn\u2019t feel cooler? One possibility is your home isn\u2019t properly insulated.<\/p>\n

Some areas of the home that are worth checking out include:<\/p>\n