A Balwyn electrician helps you save electricity over Summer!

1. A Balwyn electrician helps you save electricity over Summer! Summer has commenced, which means Christmas, New Years, holidays, and pool dips are in full swing. With a long list of summer activities, its essential to keep the home cool as a break from the scolding heat. However, maintaining a cool interior comes at a price… it’s a time where we consume a lot more electricity in our homes due to the power of the A/C. To ease some of the financial burden, we have some simple but efficient strategies from a Balwyn Electrician, that will help you cope with the heat but minimise the strain to your budget. Get the most out of your A/C!

2. Maintain your A/C thermostat to 25 Celsius A setting of 25 degrees is comfortable for both you and your wallet. For each degree that is set below 25 degrees, energy consumption is increased by about 8%. This is as the system must work harder to maintain a temperature below what is considered “room temperature.” To achieve instant cooling on a hot day, a good tip is to blast the A/C at 22 for 10 minutes, and to increase back to 25 once comfortable. Maintain clean filters in your A/C Dirty or clogged A/C filters block normal airflow leading to a major reduction in the systems efficiency. With an obstruction of smooth airflow, you Air conditioner must work harder to maintain the same level of cooling. More energy means more money- so getting them cleaned will result in a noticeable difference. How to clean you’re A/C filters? If you feel confident to do this alone, start by switching the power of A/C off at the remote and the unit on the switchboard. Lift the cover of your A/C to expose the filter for removal. For the best results, gently use a vacuum with a cleaning nozzle to suck the dirt and grit from the filter. Remember, if you are concerned with the safety of your A/C call on our Balwyn Electrician to have a check.

3. Get creative! The Aircon is not your only friend during the warmer months- open the windows at night for a cool breeze and avoid any A/C use after 8pm. Even better, keep the heat out before the A/C is needed! Use the shades and awnings on your windows from the morning to block out harsh light. For any emergency related electrical issues over summer, Heaven Sent Electrical is a call away. Our team of qualified Balwyn electricians will be there when you need it most (1300 443 283).