Surviving the hottest part of a summer in Luke, MD, requires effective air conditioning. But dealing with higher cooling costs can be detrimental to your budget. Read on to learn how your AC system is wasting money and how to stop it.
Overly Humid Inside
Along with cooling the air in your home, your air conditioning system works to dehumidify it. When there’s less humidity, your skin feels cooler. If you notice that your home’s interior holds a lot of humidity in the air, it could be a sign that your AC system isn’t working correctly. Before scheduling an AC repair, change the system’s filter. If this doesn’t solve the issue, contact a professional to find and fix it.
Constantly Running
Another common indication that your system isn’t as efficient is that it’s constantly running. This could be due to a number of different issues — the most common is an undersized AC system. It’s best to call in an air conditioning professional to evaluate why your system constantly runs throughout the day. As a result, you’ll avoid higher cooling costs.
Temperature Fluctuations
Manufacturers design most home air conditioning systems to cool an entire house to a specific temperature. If you notice fluctuations in the temperatures that you’re getting from room to room, it could be a sign that something’s not working properly in your system. The cause could be lack of maintenance, ductwork obstructions or even an air handler problem. The sooner you schedule an air conditioner repair, the less you’ll have to pay to resolve the problem.
If your cooling system is picking your pocket, call us at Cumberland Valley Heating & Air Conditioning for professional and timely repairs. Our experienced and friendly NATE-certified service technicians can evaluate your entire air conditioning system and remedy any problems that they see to keep it working as efficiently as possible.
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