2023-07-13 12:59:02
Due to the high temperatures that we are registering, it is difficult to be at home without using the air conditioning, both during the day and at night. What we can, and must, is make rational use of it.
At this point in summer we have already experienced a heat wave that has left the country half melted, both during the day and at night. And although there are other systems that help combat high temperaturesmost of the population resort to air conditioning for its great efficiency.
However, with the high prices of energy, there are many households that have to consider whether they are going to be able to use it without the bill burning a hole in their pockets. For this reason, from Vivienda Saludable we share some tips to save on the use of air conditioning, both for purely economic reasons and to save energy and be more respectful of the environment:
Bet on quality windows: It has been shown that most of the temperature leaks occur through the windows. For this reason, it is essential to guarantee its correct insulation, since it will help ensure that the cold generated by our air conditioning systems is not lost and will allow the home to maintain its ideal temperature for longer. In this sense the PVC window installationis the best guarantee, since it is an insulating material by its very nature, with a very low level of thermal transmittance.
Minimize contact with the sun: The direct incidence of the sun in the summer months in the rooms of the house contributes to increase the temperature. It’s something we can lessen through the use of blinds and awnings that block the entry of sunlight from the windows. On the other hand, when ventilate the room -something that we must continue to do in the summer months as well- we must avoid the hours of highest temperature and daylight hours, in order to prevent the outside temperature from influencing the rooms.
White walls and roofs to regulate the temperature. While dark colors attract heat, lighter shades reflect solar energy. For this reason, paint the facades and roofs white or light colors It is a factor that must be taken into account in order to keep homes insulated from heat. It is another way to maintain a lower temperature inside, thus reducing the need to use the air conditioning and with it, energy consumption.
Keep the device in top condition: in this sense, keeping the air conditioning filters clean is essential for the proper functioning of our air conditioner. It is not recommended to locate the appliance in areas with drafts, so that it reflects the real temperature of the room, nor near sources of heat.
Make proper use of the facility. Do not turn the device on and off constantly, since that means that the device has to work at 100% always, which means a higher consumption. And you have to regulate the temperature correctly. Setting the temperature very low will not make the room cool down quickly. From the OCU (Organizer of Consumers and Users) they recommend putting the air around eight degrees less than the outside temperature. A temperature between 24 and 26 degrees allows to maintain thermal comfort for most people.
Combine it with a ceiling fan, as it can help distribute cold air throughout the room. If you don’t have an air conditioner yet, or are thinking In renewing it, you have to take into account its level of efficiency when choosing it. Since the difference in electricity consumption is important: between an appliance with an A++ label and one with an A+++ label, it can be 30%, for example.
Help yourself with technology: automation and remote control devices for air conditioners They can be of great help, since many can be programmed from the mobile phone and set a temperature, which avoids inappropriate adjustments that could increase electricity consumption.
Since the heat seems to continue without wanting to give us a truce, it is up to us to implement these simple tips so that the electricity bill, due to the high use of air conditioning, raises the temperature even more.
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