Summer in Dayton is air-conditioning season, and it’s also the time of year to consider workable ways to conserve AC energy. During the summer months, Dayton’s average daily outdoor temperatures rise to 85 degrees, with relative humidity at or above 60%. Meanwhile, a central air conditioner with a cooling capacity of 2.5 tons — typical […]
How Fans Are So Important to Cooling Savings
You know that fans help you stay cooler in the summer. That means you don’t have to turn down the air conditioner as low as you would otherwise. But do you understand how you can maximize cooling savings with fans? Let’s have a look at what and how fans do what they do to keep […]
Why It’s Important to Maintain Airflow in Your Home
Poor airflow endangers your health and wastes your money. Proper air circulation in your home removes indoor pollutants and improves temperature regulation so that your HVAC system doesn’t have to run as often. Here are some excellent ways to maintain airflow in your house.
Energy-Saving Myths That Can Undermine Your Cooling Efforts
When temperatures start to climb in Southwest Ohio, your number one priority may be to keep cool, though once summer utility bills begin to roll in, you may switch your focus to energy conservation. Take a look at these top five energy-saving myths, which can wind up costing you more in the long run. 1. […]
Summer Energy-Saving Tips for Greater Dayton
As you recall from the record-breaking heat of 2012, temperatures can certainly get high in the Dayton area. When humidity is factored in, even an 85 degree day can be downright sticky and uncomfortable. Though you may be tempted to crank up the air conditioning, we all know that’s not a very economical decision. Here […]
How Fans Can Help Your Feel Cooler Without Breaking the Bank
Instead of relying only on air conditioning this summer, incorporate fans into your home cooling plan. Just as an outdoor breeze in the winter contributes to the wind-chill factor, creating a breeze indoors in the summer keeps you cooler. The result is a more comfortable indoor environment and increased energy savings, because fans use far […]
Your Ceiling Fans: Switch Directions And Save
You’re losing money if you’re not using your ceiling fans during the winter. Too many homeowners in cold-winter climates like Ohio simply turn the fans off and forget about them until April or May. That’s unfortunate because you can lower your energy use without sacrificing comfort if you know how to use your fans.
How Ceiling Fans And Air Conditioning Work In Tandem To Save Energy
While many homeowners rely on their air conditioning system along to keep their home cool, others have discovered that the addition of ceiling fans improves indoor comfort while boosting air conditioner efficiency and reducing monthly utility bills.
