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Watch: Tips for Saving Money and Cooling Your Home

Did you know that over fifty percent of your summer energy costs are dedicated to keeping your home cool? This can mean hundreds of dollars every month just to remove humidity and lower the temperature. If you’re worried about staying within your energy budget, there are a number of things you can do to improve the energy-efficiency of your air conditioning system.

This video from DTE Energy Company has some great tips on how you can improve indoor comfort while also improving air conditioning efficiency. Best of all, many of these strategies are either low cost or totally free!

For help keeping your air conditioner both cost- and energy-efficient, contact Presidential Heating & Air Conditioning Inc. today at (301) 825-9059. We’re the Gaithersburg area’s premier heating and air conditioning repair, installation, and maintenance service!

Beat the Heat! 3 Benefits of Central Air Conditioning

If you’re looking to beat the heat this summer, you’re going to need all the air conditioning you can get! But if you’re still using window units in your home, you might not be getting the best air conditioning performance or value. Upgrading to a whole home, central air conditioning system can provide you with the comfort you need in a budget-conscious way. Here’s a look at some of the benefits that central air conditioning has over window units:

Whole Home Comfort 
If you’re looking to keep your whole home comfortable throughout the Gaithersburg summer, central air conditioning is the way to go. Central air conditioning is able to evenly distribute cool air through your entire home, while window units are much more restricted in their ability to cool large areas.

Improved Energy Efficiency
Although window units seem ideal for cooling small areas, they can actually work against you in terms of energy efficiency. These units require lots of energy to keep sections of your home cool, which can drive up your energy costs over the summer. Central air conditioning units are much more energy efficient and provide balanced comfort throughout the entire home.

Comparable Upfront Costs 
Depending on the size of your home, the cost of installing window air conditioning units throughout the home may be close to or just as much as buying a central air conditioning unit. Each window unit can cost several hundred dollars, and you may need several to keep your entire home comfortable. Central air conditioning units come at a wide range of price points, making them practical for even the most budget-conscious homeowners.

If you’re ready to upgrade to a central air conditioning system for your Gaithersburg area home or business, contact Presidential Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc. today at (301) 825-9059. We’re the area’s leading retailer and installer of central air conditioning and heating units. Call today to learn about our selection of high-quality, energy-efficient A/C systems.

Learn More About Saving Energy & Money with Your Air Conditioning!

Check out the links below to learn how to turn your programmable thermostat into an energy- and money-saving dynamo; and see if it’s time to retire your old air conditioner for a newer and more efficient model. Contact Presidential Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc. at (301) 825-9059 for more information on our recent topics.

• This article from EnergySavers.gov contains valuable information regarding the basic operation of programmable thermostats.

• The key to saving energy with your thermostat is smart usage and programming—read more on this page from EnergyStar.gov.

• Learn how to pick a new A/C unit for your home and the advantages of a new unit on this page from Microsoft-Hohm.com.

• To learn about alternative air conditioning systems, head to this page from PopularMechanics.com.

• This page from Bankrate.com can help you learn how to shop smart for a new and efficient air conditioner.

Do You Consider The Pollution Indoors, Too?

Allergy sufferers know all about poor indoor air quality and how devastating it can be to your health. Even people who don’t suffer from allergies can be affected by the health risks of indoor air pollution, although they are less likely to experience immediate symptoms.

It's no secret that outside pollutants can enter your home, decreasing the quality of your indoor air. These pollutants can be combated by keeping your windows closed, properly maintaining your air conditioning unit, and changing your HVAC air filter regularly. These practices will also improve the lifespan, quality, and efficiency of your air conditioning unit.

At Presidential Heating and Air Conditioning, we specialize in improving your indoor air quality with HVAC service and repair, humidifiers, and duct and filter cleaning. To learn more about improving your indoor air quality, visit our website or call us today at (301) 825-9059.

Thermostat Programming Tips from the Pros

A programmable thermostat is a powerful tool that can keep your home comfortable, reduce your energy usage, and save you money on utility costs. You can unlock its true potential when you program it the right way. Programmable thermostats have many advantages over single set-point models, especially those that are Energy Star-qualified. Below are several tips that can help you get the most out of your programmable thermostat and save energy in comfort.

Familiarizing Yourself with Your Thermostat 
It is important to thoroughly read the manual that came with your programmable thermostat. This will not only help you understand the basic operations of your thermostat, but it will also assist you with learning its advanced functions. Energy Star-qualified thermostats have four different programmable periods in a day. These are wake, day, evening, and sleep. Understanding how best to set each of these stages is the key to maximizing your savings.

Maximizing Your Energy Savings 
The most important periods of your programmable thermostat settings are day and sleep. These longer periods are when you will realize the most energy and money savings with the correct settings. Your thermostat may even indicate which temperature ranges will provide the most energy savings, but it is a good idea to consult your air conditioning service and determine which setting is ideal for your climate and home.

Additional Measures that Can Help You Save 
Newer thermostats are continually being developed with smarter and more advanced features. They can ‘learn’ individual comfort levels and seasons over time, and can help you find the setting that is the right balance between efficiency and comfort.

You can explore more ways to save with programmable thermostats when you contact Presidential Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc. at (301) 825-9059. We can help you find the right settings for your home, so you can save money while staying comfortable. Visit us online for more information.