For many renters, heating and cooling bills frequently form more than half of a household’s total utility expenses, complicating their budgeting efforts. In warmer seasons, air conditioning can significantly elevate these costs, redirecting funds from other priorities. As a property owner, it’s essential to keep utilities as low as possible to maximize your investment and tenant contentment. By prioritizing essential maintenance on your air conditioning unit and using a few savvy methods, you can optimize your air conditioning system, keeping expenses under control and ensuring a cool haven for tenants.
Perform essential HVAC maintenance regularly
Enhance increase your air conditioning unit’s efficiency by cleaning your air conditioning unit diligently each year to sustain its performance. For outdoor ground units, clear away any leaves or debris that could block airflow. Routinely clean your unit’s condenser coils to remove dirt affecting heat transfer. Inspect the drain lines—if obstructed, you might have a professional fix it, though many air conditioning units permit DIY care. The drain is often near the indoor cooling coil, next to the furnace.
Clear it by pouring one cup of bleach down the drain, then rinsing it with a gallon of water to flush debris.
Prevent the HVAC from working harder than it should
Proper air movement is vital for optimizing your air conditioning system and uniform cooling. Begin by clearing items away from your indoor vents and vacuuming to remove dust that limits airflow. This will help your AC system distribute cold air smoothly. Maintain keep your interior doors open for free flow. During the hottest parts of the day, close your blinds or curtains to block heat. Equip windows and doors with good quality weather-stripping to prevent air leaks and keep the cold air circulating inside. Raise raising your thermostat by two or three degrees to 78 degrees at home to reduce the strain on your air conditioning unit.
Use a fan with your air conditioning, like a ceiling fan or table fan, to circulate the air faster and boost your air conditioning unit’s functionality.
Avoid adding extra heat sources
Tasks like cooking with the oven or using the clothes dryer—appliances that all heat up your house—can overtax your air conditioning unit. Avoid these during the hottest parts of the day, encouraging tenants to use your appliances in the morning or at night. In the warmest months, an exhaust fan to pull the heat out of the house helps ease the load.
Combine regular maintenance can optimize your air conditioning system with these tactics to lower bills, reduce repairs, and keep tenants comfortable. At Real Property Management Affiliates, we specialize in maintaining all our rental properties, ensuring air conditioning systems deliver providing a comfortable living experience. Want property management services in Energy Corridor? Contact us online or call 713-429-0411 now!
We are pledged to the letter and spirit of U.S. policy for the achievement of equal housing opportunity throughout the Nation. See Equal Housing Opportunity Statement for more information.
