{"id":723,"date":"2019-06-03T11:00:50","date_gmt":"2019-06-03T15:00:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sierrapacifichome.com\/blog\/?p=723"},"modified":"2025-11-27T19:21:48","modified_gmt":"2025-11-28T03:21:48","slug":"4-step-saving-cooling-costs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sierrapacifichome.com\/blog\/air-conditioning-service\/4-step-saving-cooling-costs\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Steps to Saving More on Cooling Costs"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Everyone should be able to run an air conditioner without it costing them a fortune. And sometimes that means installing a few upgrades or paying for some services that can significantly boost the air conditioner\u2019s efficiency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this post, you won\u2019t find any gimmicky or \u201cquick\u201d methods for improving efficiency\u2014those rarely work. Instead, we\u2019ll tell you which AC services in Sacramento, CA<\/a> can make a serious difference in your monthly cooling costs:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

1. Keep Up With Regular Maintenance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Just like with a car, nothing will keep your AC running smoothly and efficiently as well as regularly scheduled maintenance. We know that a lot of homeowners are skeptical about the benefits of maintenance, but when you break it down and understand all the parts involved, it makes sense. Regular AC tune-up service<\/span><\/a> ensures your system operates efficiently and avoids major issues.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Air conditioners are finely tuned machines. If even one major component stops working the way it\u2019s supposed to, it will have a domino effect on the rest of the system\u2014and it\u2019s not always apparent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For example, leaking refrigerant is one of the worst problems your AC could have, but it can go completely undetected. Refrigerant leaks and repair issues<\/span><\/a> can lead to frozen coils and even compressor failure if not addressed promptly. <\/span>Leaking refrigerant can lead to big problems like frozen coils and possible compressor failure. Before any of these things can happen, however, it\u2019s going to increase the demand on your system, directly affecting the efficiency and leading to higher monthly cooling costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Install an Attic Fan<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The use of an attic fan is an indirect, but highly effective method for lowering the temperature in a home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The beating sun, combined with the fact that heat rises, makes the attic extremely hot on even the most average summer days. This heat will dissipate into your home and raise the temperature as much as 8\u00b0F. Attic fans work to push this air outside and thus lower the temperature in your attic. This indirect cooling method can complement <\/span>energy-saving strategies for your home<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Seal the Leaks Around the Home<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In your air-conditioned home, air is money. You can\u2019t afford to have air just flying out the windows. Unfortunately, this is exactly what happens with homes that aren\u2019t properly air sealed. For homes that are extra drafty, what they need is some sealing around the windows, door frames, and other places that let air in and out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is an art to air sealing, however. A home that\u2019s too airtight is not going to have the desired effect and will lower your indoor air quality. A professional HVAC contractor will be able to air seal your home according to the best practices so that you can enjoy better comfort and lower energy bills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Have Your Ducts Tested and Sealed<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Somewhat like air sealing, but the location makes all the difference. While air sealing keeps conditioned air inside your home, duct sealing keeps the air inside your ducts. The only place that air should be coming out of the ducts is through the air vents leading into the rooms of your home. However, after a few years of use, your ducts can become subject to wear and tear, including leaks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Up to 30% of energy is estimated to be lost through these duct leaks, but it can easily be prevented by making sure it\u2019s sealed up through the entire duct system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Contact Sierra Pacific Home & Comfort, Inc. today<\/a> to speak with an expert about how to save more money on your cooling costs.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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