During the hot summer season, you should brace yourself for high humidity and heat in your house. To stay fresh and comfortable while indoors, you will need an air conditioning system that is energy efficient. Such an AC saves you money in terms of energy bills. Here are some valuable energy saving tips that homeowners must consider when installing air conditioners.

Longer Run Times -- When you are a stickler for energy-saving appliances, you should know that installing an AC unit that does not match the size of a room consumes a lot of energy. For example, when you use a smaller unit compared to the size of room being cooled, the device will overheat and waste a lot of energy in the process. Further, using a bigger AC unit compared to the room causes a lack of efficiency. Therefore, when you plan to purchase a room unit, ask the experts for an AC that suits the size of your room.

Energy Star ACs -- Central air conditioners that have higher Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio (SEER) consume less energy when cooling your home. This energy rating can only be achieved when a certified technician installs the system according to the manufacturer's specifications. You can save up to 8% energy when using energy star certified air conditioners compared to standard models.

Lower Output During Off-Peak Hours -- It is recommended that you lower the output of your air conditioning device when going to bed since you will not require the level of cooling a fully powered AC can provide at night. Also, when you are outdoors for long periods, you can power down your AC to save energy. Some AC units have 'sleep mode' functionality that lets them cool your home at a lower rate.

Close Main Ventilation -- There is no point of trying to maintain a steady temperature in your house when more warm air keeps coming in through the doors and windows. If you need fresh air in your home, vents can serve the purpose without the need to power an AC unit.

Fans can Add to the Fun -- Whereas air conditioners can cool your house, you may require a couple of fans in your home to pump the cool air all round. Fans also reduce the energy used in cooling by blowing away warm air. Therefore, you can complement your AC unit by using cooling fans in your house.