Are you ready for summer’s heat?

I woke up the other day and actually heard the birds chirping.  Could it be that Spring is just around the corner? You bet!  And with it comes air conditioning season in Buffalo.

Anyone who is from Buffalo knows how beautiful the summers are here.  The endless days of warm weather bring welcomed sunshine.  We do realize, however, that the heat can sometimes leave you feeling uncomfortable.

You can help your air conditioner battle the summer heat with these efficiency tips:

  1. Get a yearly system check-up. Each Spring, have a qualified air conditioning contractor check your cooling system, perform routine maintenance and make sure it is running at top efficiency.  Preventative maintenance to your home cooling system could save you money and energy.
  2. Clean your system. Change or clean air filters once a month. During the yearly system checkup, Emerald will clear indoor evaporator and outside condenser air conditioning coils to increase your air conditioning system’s ability to cool your home with less effort. This will save you money and prolong the life of your equipment.
  3. Stop air leaks. Your home may not be as well-insulated as you think. Heat may be escaping around attic doors, water pipes, through attic vents, ductwork or other openings.  Your home heating and cooling may lose as much as 40% overall efficiency from these leaks, so it is important to insulate or seal these areas.
  4. Rearrange your furniture. Optimize the cooling power of your system by clearing furniture from blocking airflow around your registers and return air grille.
  5. Upgrade. In the long run, purchasing a new and more energy-efficient system can cost less than keeping an older and less energy-efficient system. New models are designed to provide comfort, saving up to 50% on your summer cooling costs when compared to older, less efficient systems.
  6. Ensure quality installation. According to the Energy Protection Agency (EPA), proper installation can improve airflow up to 70% in residential cooling systems, and can increase efficient by up to 20% compared to improper installation.

When it comes to comfort, you and your family deserve only the best. Marty and the Emerald Heating & Cooling team is ready to help you with your air conditioning needs.