Electric bills can skyrocket in summer, leaving you with hefty bills to pay.

Your air conditioning system can accrue a huge, unpredictable cost.

Numerous factors affect how efficient your air conditioning system is and the amount of power it consumes. One such factor is the mode at which your AC is set. To consume less electricity, run your air conditioning system at a cut-off temperature. When your air conditioner is set at cut-off mode, it stops the HVAC system from working when it detects your desired temperature has been attained. Your air conditioning system will turn your compressor back on again once it detects that your ambient temperature is rising. Air conditioning systems consume less energy in cut-off modes, decreasing your electricity bills noticeably. The air conditioner in fan mode also uses less electricity as your AC’s fan is smaller in size compared to the ceiling fan. Not only that, but air conditioners also use centrifugal types of fans. Centrifugal fans create higher pressure for the cooler air to travel much farther in your space. Maintain a suitable thermostat setting. For instance, for every degree set higher than 22 degrees Celsius, your air conditioner consumes 3 to 4 less energy. A thermostat set at 25-26 degrees Celsius temperature in summer should be sufficiently comfortable. The lesser the difference between your indoor temperature and outdoor temperature, the lower the power consumed by your air conditioning system would be. Set your home’s temperature at 78 degrees Fahrenheit during warm weather. Reducing your indoor temperature could increase your energy bills by up to 47%.

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