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  11 Air Conditioning Mistakes That Spike Your Bills Nowadays, more than 90 percent of homes and virtually all businesses in America use air conditioning to beat the summertime heat. In fact, according to the U.S. Department of Energy, air conditioners use about 6 percent of all the electricity produced in the country. Given the overwhelming prevalence of AC, most people think they know how to maintain their system properly, whether it’s central air, a window unit, or ductless mini-splits. But, surprisingly, many homeowners fall victim to common mistakes that waste energy, shorten the working lifespan of their air conditioner, and cost money. Here are 11 common air-conditioning mistakes, and how to properly address each one. Buying the Wrong System istockphoto.com Always use an air conditioner that’s correctly sized for your home. An oversize unit may cycle on and off too quickly, making it ineffective at removing humidity and maintaining uniform temperatures. On the other hand, a ...

  10 Hacks to Survive Without an Air Conditioner No AC? No problem! With these hacks, you can keep cool this summer — and keep your electric bill down. When the temperature creeps past 90 degrees on a hot summer day, it’s natural to regret the decision to rent a place without air conditioning. But don’t despair — with these tips for living without an air conditioner, you can stave off the sweltering heat, without the sky-high utility bill (or putting in a noisy, energy-sucking window unit). 1. Change the rotation on your ceiling fan to counterclockwise It’s easier than you think to make this fix (usually your fan will have a little switch on the motor housing that alters its rotation), and doing so will allow the blades to circulate faster, creating a cooler breeze. If you have box fans, turn them around so that they blow hot air out the window. 2. Don’t let the light in Keeping shades, curtains, or blinds closed can lower the temperature inside your house by up...

  4 Easy Ways To Minimize Strain On Your HVAC When summer is at its peak, most air conditioning systems have to exert more effort to keep your home cool. This also means extra stress on the AC, not to mention the extra energy it consumes to perform at this level, which can lead to a premature failure of the system. “ One of the most common air conditioning problems is improper operation ,” this is according to a post from  energy.gov. Additionally, “ Other common problems with existing air conditioners result from faulty installation, poor service procedures, and inadequate maintenance. Improper installation of a central air conditioner can result in leaky ducts and low airflow .” Knowing how to reduce the stress on your  HVAC   system will save you from trouble in the coming days. Reduce the Stress on Your HVAC System One of the best ways to protect all  heating and cooling services  – likewise protecting your investment – is to reduce the workload. Here...