5 Ways to Save Money This Summer

July 14, 2022

Keeping your home comfortable can get expensive. Heating and cooling cost the average homeowner $900 a year––or half your annual energy expenses, according to ENERGY STAR®.

This season, many Colorado residents are planning trips and outings––it never hurts to have extra cash on hand. Carrier Colorado is committed to passing on savings to our customers with flexible financing, manufacturer’s rebates, and local specials.

Carrier Colorado links homes and businesses to a network of qualified HVAC dealers ready to assist in the greater Denver area. We service, install and replace air conditioners (AC), heat pumps, furnaces, and more.

With your wallet in mind––the Carrier Colorado team has devised five ways to help you save at home this summer.

Upgrade to a Smart Thermostat

A smart thermostat is a wise investment. This device learns your schedule, your comfort preferences, and what the weather is like outside. Then, it uses algorithms to create a custom heating or cooling cycle that maximizes comfort and efficiency.

How much more efficient could it be? Our most popular model, Ecobee by Carrier, can save up to 23 percent in annual energy costs if you switch from a traditional thermostat.

Stay on Top of Maintenance

Did you schedule your seasonal check-up yet? Professional maintenance reduces your costs in a few significant ways. It restores your cooling system to keep it running as efficiently as possible, which keeps your energy bills low.

Additionally, your Carrier Colorado specialist will be able to detect any mechanical issues and correct them. That way, you’ll avoid paying for a parts replacement in the future. 

Cook Outdoors

When you use your oven or stovetop, it makes your kitchen warmer. That means your AC has to work harder to maintain your home’s temperature and indoor air quality (IAQ). Instead of cooking indoors, fire up the outdoor grill and pass the barbecue sauce.

Insulate and Shade 

Insulation keeps cool air inside your home, which means lower energy bills and fewer cycles for your AC equipment. Additionally, you can beat the heat if you close curtains and shades facing the sun during the day.  

Seal Your Ducts

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) pinpoints leaky ducts as a common issue that accounts for significant energy losses. Think your ducts may be punctured? Common symptoms include: 

  • Inconsistent heating or cooling
  • Longer cycles
  • High utility bills

Call a nearby Carrier professional and schedule an energy audit. During the visit, your technician will use thermal imaging to pinpoint the leak. From there, they can patch, replace, and even insulate sections of your ductwork.

Need Great Heating and Cooling Service? Call Today. 

Carrier Colorado connects you to a nearby licensed Carrier dealership in Denver, CO, and all the surrounding areas. Carrier is one of the most trusted names in the HVAC industry, having served homes and businesses in this country for over 100 years.