Save On Air Conditioning Costs With These Tips

Property Tax Reduction Consultants

125 Jericho Turnpike, Suite 500 
Jericho, NY 11753

(516) 484-0654 or (631) 484-0654

This Summer has had it's fair share of moderate and hot days that have required the services of your A/C. We would say about 80% of this Summer has been spent with the A/C on and these costs can get expensive. Especially if you're a teacher or someone who is just taking a lot of time off this Summer. If you'd like to find some areas to save, just keep reading and be sure to thank us later:

Strategic Planting

Most of the heat that we feel in our homes is radiating from our roof and then down through our windows as the day goes on. We can block out this heat and cause a lower natural temperature by planting trees strategically throughout your property. According to the U.S Department of Energy, proper planting can increase your A/C efficiency by up to 10%. 

Lower Your Thermostat

Keeping your thermostat at 73°F instead of 70°F can save you up to 9% on your cooling costs. If you plant properly, you’ll likely still be able to sit at a nice comfortable temperature. 

Become a Fan

The key to remaining cool in all areas of your home is the proper use of fans. If you live in a two story home, you should be running fans on your top floor and leaving windows open on the bottom. If you live in a one story home or apartment, you should close windows near the fan and leave windows in other rooms open for circulation. 

Basement Dwelling

Cold air sinks and your basement is also not exposed to direct sunlight-- making it the perfect spot to chill over the summer. We don’t have to tell you this though, just head down to your basement and feel the difference.

Grill Frequently

Cooking on the stove top can raise the average temperature in your home from anywhere between 3-10°F. You don’t want that! It’s way too hot out there already. Take a portable fan out to the grill with you bring a lawn chair and grill up a delicious meal without roasting yourself in the process. 

The school year is approaching faster than you thought and here at P.T.R.C. Inc. that means busy season is around the corner. You can start to expect our reminders in the mail and if you're a repeat customer, we're excited to have you back for another exciting season. Let's get started on savings!

If you're a first time property tax reducer, fill out an application on our website for fast and easy service!