Replacing the AC system may not be the most exciting home remodeling project, but it’s necessary if your system is more than 15 years old and if repairs are getting expensive.

If last month’s electricity bill made you jump out of your skin, then consider the following tips for lowering your A/C use this summer.

Roger The Plumber, a local plumbing, heating and air conditioning service company, advises homeowners to remove foliage growing too close to the outdoor air conditioning unit and take steps to regularly clean it. Homeowners should allow a few feet of space on all sides of the outdoor air conditioning unit to ensure optimal functioning of the unit.

Sometimes a standard water filter is just not good enough. Homeowners may consider upgrading their home water filter system for one or more of the following reasons.

Roger The Plumber, a local plumbing, heating and air conditioning service company, advises homeowners to take active measures to keep their air conditioning unit in good condition. 4 Eco Services has recently received a high volume of calls from clients requesting emergency maintenance for their air conditioners; in most cases, the client has not properly maintained their unit.