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5 best strategies to beat the heat and save energy this summer
When the temperatures start going up,
so do your energy bills. If you’re looking
for ways to save energy and keep your
house cooler at the same time, there are a
number of strategies you can use that will
save you money and make you and your
family more comfortable all summer long.
1. Get smart about
air conditioning
Cool your home using the latest smart
technology. LG Electronics’ smart window
and portable room air conditioners
are a great option to beat the summer
heat, as they deliver up to 40% more energy
effi ciency than the minimum Energy
Star requirement. Unlike traditional room
air conditioners that turn on full blast and
then shut off completely to cool a room,
LG’s new Dual Inverter Compressor(TM)
technology adjusts its speed constantly
to maintain desired temperature levels -
saving energy and reducing your energy
bill. Th ey have options for just about any
room size, from portable units like the LG
LP1419IVSM that can cool an area up to
800 square feet, to window units like the
LW2217IVSM that cool areas from 800 to
1,300 square feet.
For even more energy effi ciency, LG’s
room air conditioners allow for remote
control through their SmartTh inQ mobile
app from anywhere, so you can start or
stop cooling, change the mode or set
temperatures using your smartphone. It
also works with the Google Assistant and
Amazon Alexa, so you can change your
air conditioner settings with voice commands
at home.
2. Block the sun
It may seem obvious, but the heat of the
sun each day is what can make rooms in
your house unbearably hot. Take a look
at the window treatments you currently
have, starting with the ones that see the
most sunlight during the day. Using eff ective
blinds, shades, shutters or curtains
can help shield especially south-facing
rooms from getting overly hot. Likewise,
smart landscaping outside those windows
can also help. Consider planting trees
and shrubs strategically in your yard to
help shade your home, which can also
help shelter your house from harsh winter
winds. Eff ective planting can be a great
long-term aid in keeping your home cooler.
A good landscaping consultant may be
able to help you develop a plan.
3. Keep hot air out, cool air in
Just as you want to keep out cold air
in the winter, it’s a good idea to check all
your windows, doors and insulation for
their ability to keep hot air out and cooled
air in. Replacing old, leaky windows or
using caulk to seal up draft y spots can be
a very eff ective energy saver in the summer
as well as the winter. A professional
energy audit conducted by your energy
company can help you fi nd leaks that
may add up to a lot of wasted energy. Th en
you can develop a plan to replace or repair
any windows, doors or areas of insulation
where you are losing the most cooled air
in the summer.
4. Turn off what you’re not using
You’d be amazed how much energy you
can save just by consistently turning off all
the lights and other electronics when they
are not being used. It’s also a good idea to
replace your old lightbulbs - which produce
heat - with LED bulbs, which are
both cooler and use less power.
5. Use appliances strategically
Avoid heating up the entire house by
not using your oven on hot days. Instead,
cook with your microwave, on the stovetop,
using a toaster oven or grilling food
outdoors. Run the large appliances such
as your clothes washer, dryer and dishwasher
during off -peak hours, like during
the evening.
All of these approaches can help you
save tons of energy as well as money,
and will keep you and your family cooler
throughout the summer. Looking for a
new air conditioner before temps heat up?
Visit www.lg.com.
Courtesy BPT
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