Did you know that if you are a villa resident in the UAE that on average 60-75% of your DEWA bill can be directly linked to your air conditioning? The average cost of AC per month to cool one room in your home is approximately 210 AED – and that’s just one room. As the temperatures heat up and summer hurtles towards us, British maintenance company, We Will Fix It is on hand to share some top tips on how to save on cooling costs.
Timely AC Servicing
The various types of ACs used around the city should be serviced three times a year – which is once every 4 months, by a qualified AC technician. This is to ensure that they run efficiently and to reduce the chance of breakdowns – thereby saving you from expensive call out charges and repairs. A comprehensive AC service should take approximately 45 minutes for each unit serviced and the result will be an efficient, more reliable AC system, which requires significantly less electricity to run – again keeping your cash in your pocket.
Automating Fan Motors
If you are wondering how to save money on AC in summer, just changing the setting of your fan motor is a good place to start. Some AC’s have the option of turning off the fan motor once the required temperature has been achieved, while others have a fan that runs continuously. If you have the option, set your AC so the fan motor turns on and off as you hit the optimum temperature and we promise you’ll notice the difference in your bill.
Turning Your AC Off
Does turning off your AC save money? Absolutely! It might sound obvious but make sure you turn the AC off at home when you leave the house. Running the AC all day can increase power used by over 300%. The simple action of switching off your AC when you are not there is key to reducing air conditioning costs and could save you up to 4200 dirhams per year within an average Dubai villa.
Checking Your Thermostat
Does raising the AC temperature save money? If you have asked yourself this question and decided that it wouldn’t make much of a difference, you are wrong. Try setting your thermostat a couple of degrees higher than you normally would and see if the temperature is still OK for you – as each degree above 24C can save you up to 3-4% of the energy used by each AC in your property.
Using Fans
Installing ceiling fans can make the room feel 2-4C cooler while using 70 times less electricity than the average AC unit. This is one tip that can really save you money each month and is well worth the investment.
Installing Energy Saving Options
Why not save money and help the environment at the same time by installing energy saving bulbs throughout your property? Not only do they use 70% less energy but they also give off 75-90% less heat – making it easier to keep your house cool.
Start as You Mean to Go On
In summary, a few simple adjustments can really add up across the year, leaving you with extra cash to enjoy the brilliant lifestyle that Dubai has to offer. To ensure you aren’t spending unnecessarily on energy, maintenance and future breakdowns due to existing faults or a simple build up of debris, call the experts at We Will Fix It who will diagnose any AC issues quickly and cost-effectively. Calling professionals as soon as you sense a problem, is step one of ‘how to save money on AC’.
If you have any general questions or want to get in touch, feel free to email the We Will Fix It team and they will be happy to help.
