Guide to Reduce Summertime AC Repair 77845 Costs

The summertime heat does not wait for the official arrival of summer; it is here in full force. For the next several months, Hill Country Texans will seek relief inside, in air conditioning. Fortunately, there are steps to take to assist the air conditioner to cool the home and reduce the risk of costly AC repair 77845.

Keep the Cool Inside

•  Sealing, caulking, and adding insulation is a good idea at any time of the year. However, be careful when adding insulation when the attic is extremely hot.
• Exhaust fans in bathrooms and kitchens have their use but use them sparingly. While you push moisture and smell outdoors, you pull hot air inside to replace it.
• Attic fans can be used comfortably in the spring but consider covering an attic fan during the summertime with an insulative barrier.

Keep the Heat Outside

• The heat from the sun, called infrared energy, can be blocked by heavy drapes or blinds. Letting the “sunshine in” can raise the inside temperature by 10 degrees or more, so close the window dressings during the heat of the day. This reduces the call for cooling and avoids stress during peak air conditioning hours. Increasing unnecessary stress on your air conditioner can reduce the need for costly AC repair 77845.
• Schedule the use of heat-producing appliances with peak temperatures in mind. Use countertop appliances rather than an oven or stovetop. Better yet, grill outside. Schedule dishwashing and laundry during the early morning or late at night, the coolest part of the day.

Keep Air Moving

 There are two advantages of moving the air with ceiling fans.

• Moving air feels cooler than static air. It causes the moisture on the skin to evaporate more readily.
• Hot air rises and will stay in place until acted upon. A ceiling fan circulates this air and cools the entire room from top to bottom.

Keep the Temperature Steady

 It is tempting to walk into a room that feels hot and turn the thermostat down a few degrees. But this does not produce the desired results.

• Cooling a space requires cooling the surfaces and furnishings within the room along with the air. This takes 30 minutes or longer, while the desire is immediate relief.
• “Bumping the thermostat” up and down creates stress on the air conditioning and is energy inefficient.

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Keep to a Schedule

Newer thermostats are programmable, and some are accompanied by cellphone apps for better efficiency and convenience. Learn to schedule temperature changes for comfort and energy savings. Find a temperature that meets the comfort threshold for the entire family and don’t alter it until the …

• The family is sleeping—turn the setting up about 5 degrees for energy-efficiency
• The home is vacant while everyone is at work or away—turn the setting up about 5 degrees for energy efficiency

A Smart thermostat will accommodate changing the temperature setting on the fly if the schedule changes.

Keep Your AC System Maintained

• It is very important to change the air filter often—at least every three months.
• It is equally important to schedule a maintenance visit by a Mullinix-trained AC Repair technician at least annually. We strongly recommend a Spring and Fall AC maintenance visit to ensure your system is properly functioning before the two busiest times of the year for your AC system. A well-maintained system will reduce AC repair 77845 costs.

These maintenance tasks can avoid expensive AC repair 77845 and inconvenient breakdowns and keep the air conditioner running smoothly.

Keep Upgrading Your AC System

Air conditioners have a limited useful life—the average air conditioner lasts between 15 and 20 years. When the time comes for replacement, invest in upgraded efficiency whenever possible. Seasonal Energy Efficiency Rating is the scale used for air conditioners. The higher the SEER number, the greater the efficiency.

Let the Mullinix AC Repair Team Reduce Your AC Repair Costs

Reducing air conditioning operating and AC repair 77845 costs during the summer months doesn’t have to be a monumental task. Using smart habits, a few minor home improvements, and regularly scheduled HVAC maintenance will keep your home comfortable without costing an arm and a leg. Keep cool during the summer and keep your energy costs under control with these helpful tips.

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