All of the air in your home or business passes through a filter on average twice an hour. A quality hvac air filter housing captures the harmful bacteria that result from molds, dust, and more. However, with the hot temperatures of summer, you will need to put your HVAC system to work in order to stay cool. This can lead to higher energy bills.

Here are several tips to help you save money on your summer energy bills.

Update Your A/C Unit With More Efficient Model

If your A/C unit is older than ten years, it is time to consider investing in a newer, more energy efficient model. Although the upfront cost can seem high, in the long run, you will experience a return on your investment through reduced energy bills. Be sure to check for an Energy Star rating on your HVAC products. Some units are able to use up to 50% less energy than others, which can lead to huge savings.

Install a Smart Thermostat

Programmable thermostats allow you to optimize the temperature in your home or business at certain times of the day. For example, your home will be at a warmer temperature during the day while you’re away at work, and automatically start to cool down when you get home. You can even set it to cool or warm up certain rooms in your home or business, and set a timer so that it runs on a schedule that works for you.

Keep Vents Clean And Open

Dust, pet hair, and other debris can block the vents in your home, obstructing the airflow. Also, it’s possible that someone could accidentally shut an air vent during cleaning, and forget to reopen it. Check the vents in your home to make sure there is no pileup of debris, and double check that air is flowing and vents are open.

Change Air Filters

You should change your air filters monthly in order to keep your HVAC unit running at peak efficiency and to help keep energy bills lower. Clogged or dirty air filters will block or disrupt the airflow, and can even lead to unhealthy air conditions in your home or business.