Have you ever been yelled at to close your window or door when running your air conditioner? Sometimes, individuals hope to bring in an outdoor breeze to speed up the cooling process. But the matter is that you’re causing more harm than good by doing so. After reading this article, you may think twice about letting your air conditioner run while keeping your windows and doors wide open.

Making Your AC Work Harder
Your air conditioner is responsible for cooling your space. When you set your thermostat to your ideal temperature, your system begins to run and achieve this optimal degree. However, when you open your windows and doors while trying to cool your home, you cause your air conditioner to work harder. When your air conditioner is required to work harder, it adds stress to the system, causing effects like lower lifespan and overall inefficient cooling. This bad habit can lead to costly repairs and potentially earlier AC replacement. Eliminate the added load by keeping windows and doors closed during cooling.

Increased Expenditures
You’re letting money out the window when you cool your home with your windows and doors wide open. By allowing cool air to escape, and hot air to enter the space, you run your system for longer than necessary. Longer running time results in a rise in your energy costs. Additionally, as mentioned earlier, this adds unnecessary stress to your system and results in out-of-pocket expenses for repairs.

Be More Mindful
Your air conditioner is an important investment. Treat it with care and respect. Avoid opening your windows and doors during the cooling process. Furthermore, take the extra step to ensure cool air is not leaving your space by checking for any drafts. Weatherstrip your home if needed, but also consider investing in blackout curtains. If you want to take the extra step, you can upgrade to energy-efficient windows.

Toronto is about to heat up. If you enjoy the heat, step outside, but don’t allow that heat to enter your home. Our team at Maple Air Heating and Cooling is here to assist you with any of your cooling needs as we continue to serve the Greater Toronto Area. Contact us today to speak with our specialists regarding energy savings, air conditioner installation, repair, or maintenance.