Energy Efficiency Tips for Your AC

A few habits keep a Vancouver AC running efficiently:

• Annual maintenance ($100-$150) extends lifespan and holds peak performance.
• Check filters monthly, replace every 1-3 months; MERV 11-13 boosts efficiency and air quality.
• Keep vents open, closing them raises duct pressure and hurts efficiency.
• Duct sealing ($100-$200) can recover 15-30% lost in older homes.
• Smart thermostats cut cooling 10-23%, with $25-$100 rebates from Clark Public Utilities and PGE.
• Attic insulation of R-38 to R-60 trims costs 10-15%.

Upgrading SEER 10 to SEER 16 saves roughly 37%; system rebates run $500-$2,000. Ceiling fans use about 25x less energy than AC.