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12 Ways to Lower Your Summer Cooling Bills in Tennessee
July electric bills in Tennessee can be painful. These strategies, from free to worth-the-investment, will bring them down.
Free
- Set the thermostat to 78°F when home, higher when away
- Use ceiling fans (counterclockwise) and turn them off when you leave
- Close blinds on south- and west-facing windows
- Avoid running the oven and dryer in the afternoon
- Keep the outdoor unit clear of grass and shrubs
Low cost
- Replace the air filter every 30–60 days in summer
- Install a smart thermostat with scheduling
- Seal gaps around doors and windows
- Add attic insulation
Best return on investment
- Schedule an annual AC tune-up
- Seal leaky ductwork — up to 30% of cooled air can be lost in the attic. See duct sealing
- Replace a 15+-year-old system with a high-SEER2 unit — see AC replacement
Want a professional efficiency check? Airbourne Air Conditioning serves every city in Tennessee, from Nashville to Memphis. Call (855) 459-5498.
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