4 Ways to Make Your Air Conditioner More Energy Efficient

July 26, 2022

The hot and humid summers in Dexter, MO will have you turning down the thermostat for relief. If you’ve noticed that your air conditioner cycles a lot or your electricity bill is a lot higher than it was during the same month last year, your AC unit could be losing efficiency. Follow these four easy tips to make your air conditioning system more efficient. 1. Keep the Outdoor Unit Clean and Clear Through the spring and summer, tree branches, grass, weeds, shrubs and bushes may grow close to, on or around the outdoor unit of your air conditioner. The air...

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Closing the Upstairs Air Vents: Does It Save Money?

May 17, 2022

You don’t use the upstairs much, and you think that closing the vents to the rooms up there will keep the AC from running too long and yours bills from rising too much. In practice, however, this does quite the opposite. You Put Pressure on the Air Conditioner Because your AC is a single-speed unit and is uniquely meant for a home of your size, closing off the vents will throw off its ability to cool your home evenly. You may experience warm spots even downstairs. Above all, closed vents cause air to back up and generate pressure, which puts...

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Which Air Conditioners Are Energy Efficient?

June 28, 2021

Summers in Dexter, MO, are long, hot, and humid. Your air conditioner cycles throughout the day and night in order to keep your home cool and comfortable. All this cycling can quickly run up your electricity bills. If you’re in the market for a replacement air conditioning system, it’s a wise choice to choose one that’s energy-efficient. Read on to learn about which types of AC units have the highest energy efficiency ratings. Variable-Speed Compressors Several air conditioning system manufacturers produce units with variable-speed compressors. Instead of operating at 100% capacity, these systems self-adjust and operate at the lowest capacity...

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Energy Efficiency and Cooling Systems

May 15, 2021

The sweltering summers in Dexter, MO, mean that you need an energy-efficient air conditioning system to provide you with relief. An energy-efficient air conditioner won’t cause your electricity bill to skyrocket during a heatwave. Keep reading to learn which types of air conditioners are the most energy-efficient and what you can do to ensure your air conditioner cools as efficiently as possible. How Air Conditioner Energy Efficiency Is Rated Air conditioner energy efficiency is rated with the seasonal energy efficiency ratio (SEER) system. SEER ratings range from 10 to 30. In Dexter, you’ll need to look for a unit with...

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3 Easy Ways to Be More Energy Efficient

July 16, 2019

Updated July 30th, 2024 Summer in Dexter, MO means sun, sweltering heat, and intense humidity. During the rest of the year, winter brings freezing temperatures and snow. The only place you can look forward to having a steady temperature is in the comfort of your own home. While there’s simply no way to have your heating and cooling system run all year for free, implementing a few energy efficiency tips can seriously cut down on how much energy your home consumes. Our experienced HVAC technicians at recommend these top three ways to make your Dexter home more energy efficient. 1....

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