With the sun beating down extra hard for the next few months, it can put a real strain on your air conditioner. But what many homeowners are concerned with is the high costs of electricity. Since we could all use a little break from our monthly bills, we’re going to show you some quick ways that you can mix natural and AC cooling in your home this summer.
Open Up Some Windows
One of the best ways that you can mix natural and AC cooling is by opening up your windows whenever there’s a breeze outside. This will give your air conditioner a rest and make it easier to control your energy bills. If you can get a cross breeze going, that’s even better. But if not, even a gentle breeze into a single room can do a lot of good.
Turn on Your Ceiling Fans
If you can run your ceiling fan instead of your air conditioner, you’ll save some money on electricity. But it’s also beneficial to use both at the same time for better air distribution and circulation. Just be sure that the fan blades are clean so that dust doesn’t get everywhere.
Redesign Your Landscape
Most people redesign their landscape to improve the look of their home, but it can also help with cooling. Add shade trees or large swaths of vegetation to block your home from the sun. This is especially effective if you can keep the UV rays from going through large windows.
Make a Homemade AC Unit
YouTube has dozens of videos showing you how to make homemade AC units. One of the easiest is made with nothing more than water bottles, a little bit of salt, and a table fan. You simply freeze water in the water bottle along with the salt and sit in front of the fan. It’s not perfect, but it works.
If you have any questions about mixing natural and AC cooling or you’d like to set up an appointment, contact the friendly professionals at Energy 1 Heating & Air Conditioning today. We’ve been serving the HVAC needs of Lorain, Elyria, Oberlin, and the surrounding areas for more than 35 years.
Energy 1 Heating & Air Conditioning
1 (440) 246-5440
Serving the Lorain, OH Area