If winter heating, summer air conditioning. The summer is also the peak period of the energy consumption of households, whose task it is to cool the house to escape the heat.

Now that the new electricity rates have increased energy prices, it is important to find ways of saving light in the summer so that their bills are not tripped also.

The energy savings in the summer is accomplished in many cases by reducing the use of air conditioners, for those who have air conditioning, and for those who do not have air conditioning, reducing the use of fans.

 

Save when using the air conditioning

all of us like to enjoy a comfortable temperature when we got home. However, the high price of electricity in our country makes, at times, this becomes prohibitive economically speaking.

In this article we will talk about how to save money when you use the air conditioning in the summer.

 

Take advantage of the Eco mode

If your air conditioning has Eco mode, don’t hesitate to use it. Thanks to it, you will reduce consumption by 30%.

The same applies to the night mode, which is also quieter.

 

Controls the temperature

While it is hot, you should not put the air conditioning to 19ºC. The Ministry of Industry recommended not to go down never, 24C, and IDEA, the Institute for the Diversification and Conservation of Energy, the lift up to 26C.

In any case, it is recommended that the temperature difference between the inside and the outside exceeds the 12th.

You have to be clear on is that for every 1 degree of temperature drop, the consumption of air conditioning increases by 8%. So, have a thermostat that controls this temperature is the best way to save on air-conditioning.

 

Check devices at least once a year

The maintenance of air conditioning is the key to reduce energy consumption in summer. Before the arrival of the heat, you should clean your air filter at least once a year. The more dirt builds up the team, the more energy is required to provide the same service. In other words, the electricity bills will increase.

 

Acquiring good habits with the air conditioning

Avoid lowering too much the air conditioning to cool it before and, most importantly, make it a habit to switch off a bit before you leave the house. At the end of the day, you want to keep the house cool while you’re there, not when you’re not.

 

Used the fan to

The fans consume 90% less energy than air conditioners. You do not have the same effect, but it does lower the temperature between 3 and 5 DEGREES.

The ceiling fans or wall are the most effective. For portable fans, a bucket of ice cubes to the front will cause the freshness feel more intense.

 

take Advantage of awnings and blinds

To save on heating in the winter, it is advisable to let in the sun during the day and the reverse in summer. Keep up the house with low-light helps to keep it more fresh.

The awning arms, in particular, can make a difference of 2 to 5 ° C in a room depending on their color and when they are open.

Also, the curtains blackout can also increase the isolation of a home by up to 33%.

 

Ventilate in the right time

The best time to ventilate the house is in the evening or early in the morning, before the sun to shine directly over the house.

Of course, it is useful to take into account the outside temperature before you open the windows wide. If it’s 30 degrees and turned on the air conditioning, then ventilate the house will not have any positive effect.

 

Reviews the isolation of the house

If you do not want the heat to escape from the house in the winter, the target in the summer is to prevent among. The weather stripping, and other elements that help to insulate your home are equally important to save energy in the summer.

Of course, remember to also check your power bill, and the contracted power. Here are two of the best ways of saving energy in the home.