Tips For Managing AC Settings While You’re Out Of Town
There are several factors to consider when deciding whether to leave your air conditioner on or off while you’re away.
- Energy savings
- Vacation length
- Weather
There are many factors to consider that make turning the thermostat setting to a higher temperature while you’re away, a better option, which we’ll discuss below.
Avoid Putting Excess Strain On Your System By Leaving The AC On
When you’re on vacation, your local heating and cooling companies recommend that leaving your thermostat set at your normal comfortable temperature is wasteful and unnecessary. You can save energy, manage excess humidity, and return your house more easily to a more comfortable temperature when you return with a simple thermostat adjustment, setting the temperature 7-10 degrees higher when you’re away.
Avoid Stressing Yourself By Upgrading To A Programmable Thermostat
Programmable thermostats are an easy way to manage temperature settings when you’re home or away. They allow you to set your system to the desired temperature at varying times, such as when you’re home or away at work. Smart Wi-Fi enabled thermostat models allow you to do this from anywhere via a compatible mobile device. But the biggest reason why HVAC pros recommend these nifty little devices is for energy savings. Using a smart programmable thermostat offers 15-30% savings off your annual cooling costs, delivering a rapid return on investment.
Additional Tips For Managing Your AC While On Vacation
- Close the curtains before you leave to keep your home cooler and reduce strain on your system.
- If you’re leaving for a week or more, turning your system off saves energy. To ensure comfort, set your programmable thermostat to cool your home the day before you return.
- For the health and safety of your pets, never turn your system off if your animals will be staying home while you are away.
Is your AC system ready to manage your home alone while you’re away? Schedule a preventative air conditioner maintenance check from the local air conditioning contractors at H & H Heating & Air Conditioning today.
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