Every time I speak to my dad during the summer months, I always find myself appalled to hear him talk about his soaring electric bill, which has in the past topped off near seven hundred dollars.

While it is definitely important to keep cool during the heat of midyear, there are smarter ways to go about it than that. So, let me share with you the best ways for you to enjoy your summer without absolutely dreading the arrival of your next cooling bill.

The first thing you ought to do is pay attention to the space in your home that you aren’t using. Now that my parents are empty-nesters, they have several unused bedrooms at their disposal. Most homes have at least one bedroom. Unless there are guests, there is no need for you or them to pump cold air into those rooms, so block off the vents and close the doors.

If there are other wide-open spaces–such as a large living room or a dining area–you may want to use thick curtains to partition off spaces that don’t need to be cooled. Doing these things will centralize the areas that do need air conditioning and save a lot of otherwise wasted energy.

Make sure that your windows and doors that lead to the outside are properly insulated to keep the cold air from the air conditioner from escaping. If your windows are cracked or outdated, it may be time to consider replacing them.

When you step out for an extended period of time, you need to turn the thermostat up, at least by a few degrees. It may be unpleasant to come home to a house that is slightly warmer than you would like, but by the time you step in from your day at the office, it should be cooling down outside anyhow.

Watch the weather. If there is a day when it is breezy and the temperature is decent, forgo the air conditioner altogether and open up the windows and doors. Even if you only do this occasionally, it can shave off significant amounts from your monthly bill.

If you only live with a spouse, you may want to use a small window or portable unit in your bedroom during the evening. Or, if the temperatures are decent in the nighttime hours, you may be able to limit yourself to a ceiling or table fan.

Make sure that your air conditioner is regularly serviced. If it has become excessively Brand Viagra outdated, it may be sucking more energy than necessary. Check with a professional to have your unit assessed.

Author Bio: COOL BLEW PLUMBING (http://www.coolblew.com/) is a heating and A/C that has been in the business since 2002 and plumbing in Phoenix.

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