The Ideal Temperature for Your Home AC Service in Summer

What is the most ideal thermostat temperature to set for your home AC service? Multitudes of people are always looking for ways to cut down on energy usage on a daily basis, but of course without sacrificing their comfort and safety in the summer months.

For one, nobody enjoys the sweltering heat unless you’re on the beach or savoring a vacation that took months to plan. Two, the health risks such as heat stroke and extreme dehydration are enough to scare away anyone to stay longer outdoors. And three, summer days are more enjoyable when you indoors, in a cooled and comfy room.

So, the question arises. What is the best thermostat temperature that will help find the balance between continuous comfort and taking control of energy consumption?

How to Take Control Over Air Conditioning Use

“You can save as much as 10% a year on heating and cooling by simply turning your thermostat back 7°-10°F for 8 hours a day from its normal setting,” this is according to a post from the Department of Energy.

What this implies is that there are times in the day when setting the temp a few degrees up than the preferred cooling temp can make a huge difference. Ideally, 78F (26C) is the recommended temp setting. The rooms in the house are still comfortable to stay in, plus it isn’t too cold that the AC has to work harder and use more energy. When there is a small difference between the indoor and outdoor temperatures, your cooling needs are less demanding.

How to Maximize Your Home Cooling Efforts

Here are the best cooling tips from Direct Energy.

Although 78F might still sound uncomfortably high, you can help your air conditioner provide better cooling for less energy by preventing warm air from getting into your home and cool air from escaping. Follow these simple tips to keep your home cool and comfortable all summer long:

• Hang up window treatments that block sunlight and prevent heat from entering through your windows.
• Install fresh or replace old weatherstripping and caulk around doors and windows to keep your home sealed.
• Limit [the] use of appliances that generate heat, like the oven and stove, until after 8pm. In the summer, try to grill outside as much as possible.
• Install ceiling fans to increase cooling efficiency.
• Replace cooling units with energy-efficient models.

Thermostat Zoning – Programming Daily Temp

Now that we’ve established the ideal temp for maximum efficiency, we can now move onto the type of thermostat that will help accomplish this goal. Invest in a smart thermostat, one that is programmable so you can set the right temp at the right time, even when you aren’t home. Once it’s programmed, it will automatically turn up the temp a few degrees higher when you leave and automatically recover 30 minutes before you arrive home.

Zoning will also help. With multiple thermostats installed in different rooms, you can cut off the supply of cooled air in other areas, except in the bedrooms. That way, you cool comfortably while effectively saving on energy usage.

Proven and Tested AC Service

Marthedal Solar, Air & Heating – Fresno Air Conditioning is a leading HVAC contractor in the San Joaquin Valley, providing heating and cooling solutions to residences and businesses while ensuring that every system installed runs smoothly and efficiently through its lifespan. From free consultation for new clients, planning and installation, to maintenance and repair services. We always meet customer satisfaction.

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