One of the reasons why summer bills are high is because of AC. However, knowing these simple tricks will help you bring the bill down.
Air conditioning is useful when temperatures and humidity levels rise, So, is there any way to stay comfortable and prevent the power bill from skyrocketing by reducing consumption? Read on to know them all.
The BEE earlier this year ordered air conditioner makers to preserve the factory preset temperature at 24 degrees Celsius. The default temperature was 20 degrees before the regulation. Every degree you raise the temperature, you save roughly 6 percent of power, according to studies. The cooler you keep it, the longer the compressors in your air conditioner will run, driving and increasing your power cost. Therefore, you may save up to 24% of power costs (the difference of 4 degrees Celsius multiplied by 6% saved electricity) by leaving the air conditioner set at its normal operating temperature.
Setting your air conditioner 10 degrees down is already a tremendous relief if you live in a city like Delhi, Chennai, Mumbai, or Bengaluru, where the average daytime temperature is between 34 and 38 degrees Celsius. The typical human body temperature is around 37 degrees, making any space with a temperature lower than that comfortable. We learned that a six percent increase in power use occurs for every degree the air conditioner is turned down. If you normally maintain it at 18 degrees Celsius, try raising it to a more comfortable 23 or 24 degrees. You'll quickly discover that your house maintains a comfortable temperature even when the outside temperature soars.
When using an air conditioner, it seems like closing the door is an obvious safety precaution to take. However, you should also ensure that the room's windows are well-sealed and that no cold air may escape. To reduce the strain on your air conditioner, close the curtains while the sun is shining. Your air conditioner will have to work more to cool the house when you turn on the oven, the television, and the computer. To prevent accidents, turn them off before turning on the air conditioner. Turn them back on once the room has cooled down a bit.
Have you ever awakened cold and had to switch off the air conditioning? That's probably because an air conditioner kept your room nice and cold all night long. Turning it off at nighttime will help save energy while also ensuring your comfort. You won't need it very much at night, especially if you're already using it during the day. This is a helpful hint for those who spend extended periods in an air-conditioned environment. Let it run for a few hours, then turn it off for another hour or two. The space maintains a comfortable temperature without using excessive amounts of cooling power.