How To Improve Your AC’s Efficiency: Tips To Stay Cool in Florida

Two young kids sitting at a table eating ice cream cones, watching something on a tablet.Florida is known for its warm temperatures and uncomfortable humidity. Residents rely on their AC units to stay cool and escape the heat. Here are some tips and tricks to improve the efficiency of your AC unit and help regulate your home’s temperature throughout the summer.

Close Your Blinds To Stay Cool

One simple step you can take is to keep your blinds closed. By closing your blinds, you limit the amount of sun and heat that comes into your home. Another option is to invest in blackout curtains that significantly prohibit heat from entering.

Lastly, consider window coverings such as awnings or hanging shrubbery to block light and heat from your windows while adding curb appeal to your home’s exterior.


Make Sure Your Ceiling Fans Are Spinning the Right Way

When ceiling fans spin clockwise, they push hot air upward and around your home. While useful in the winter, your fans should rotate counterclockwise during summer; this ensures air is pushed downward, creating a cool breeze that will keep you and your home cool.

Check for Drafty Windows & Doors

Drafty doors and windows can result in the hot, humid outside air entering your home. Additionally, the indoor air often escapes out of windows and doors, leading to a lack of cool air circulating the space. This can force your AC unit to work overtime, resulting in costly bills. Keep windows and doors shut and seal any openings.

Routinely Clean & Maintain Your Air Conditioner

Lastly, ensuring your AC unit is in tiptop shape is a surefire way to keep it working well, so your cooling needs are always met. The best ways to clean and maintain your AC unit include:

  • Change out the air filters roughly every three months.
  • Regularly dust your unit’s exterior.
  • Remove dirt and debris from your unit’s coils.
  • Keep the condenser unit free from any obstructions.
  • Schedule routine maintenance with the professionals at Hopkins Air Conditioning.

Choose Hopkins Air Conditioning for Quality AC Services

Since 1988, Hopkins Air Conditioning has kept West Palm Beach residents cool and comfortable with our established AC services. When you count on Hopkins Air Conditioning for your HVAC needs, you can count on:

  • Same-day service on all brands
  • Financing options
  • Upfront pricing
  • Licensed & insured
  • Background-checked technicians
  • Family-owned and -operated

Schedule your AC maintenance with the professionals. Call (561) 656-4870 or contact us online to schedule an appointment.

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