How to use A/C energy saver methods

Air conditioning does more than cooling the air inside a home. It removes dust and dirt and reduces humidity. It consumes a lot of energy, so you have to consider A/C energy saver measures.
• First consider the size of the A/C unit. A bigger unit is not desirable as it will not cause uniform cooling. It will cool an area much too soon causing frequent turn off  and on which wastes electricity and money. A too small unit is undesirable as it will run constantly on hot days and will not cool the rooms adequately.
• Energy Efficiency of A/C units is displayed by an Energy Efficiency Rating (EER). The higher the EER, the more energy efficient is the air conditioning unit. Units with EER of 9.0 and above are considered energy efficient. Rating of Central air conditioners is  based on  Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratios (SEER).
• Proper installation is important, according to manufacturer’s instructions. Verify that the home’s electrical system can meet the A/C unit’s power requirement.
• Maintenance must be proper. Examine the unit’s dust filters occasionally and do cleaning or replacing filters whenever required. It can cut energy guzzling up to 15%.
• Room units must be covered and stored in winter. Clean clogged channels by passing a stiff unit through them. Seal holes in between walls and A/C units.
• Set thermostat to 780 F. Setting it to 720 or below would hike your cost of cooling  from twelve to Forty seven percent depending on where you live. Keep sun out of rooms by awnings and draperies, blinds or shades. Set the fan speed on very high except in humid weather.
• Good conservation habits will also save energy. Use your unit only when temperature is above 78° F. Close windows and drapes during the day. At night, keep windows open and turn on window fans to draw cool air.
• A heat pump can be an alternative to the A/C. unit. It works like an A/C but in winter it reverses function absorbing heat from outside and passing it on indoors.
• Fans can also help cool your home. Though they can’t replace an A/C unit, they can save 60% energy and provide supplemental cooling.
• Letting the breeze inside is the basic form of cooling. If breeze isn’t sufficient use some fan power. Using even a small table top fan can stir the air around. Place one by the window in which the air is coming in and one at opposite window to churn out warm air- it creates a cool wind-tunnel mechanism for airing the room.
If you cannot live without an A/C, a single window unit is far less energy consuming than central air conditioning. Another option is the evaporative cooler which cools outside air through evaporation and blows it into the house.
These are some A/C energy saver ideas in your home.