7 Expert Tips For Reducing Your Air Conditioning Bills

Despite the vast array of different air conditioning setups in homes due to the size of the house, how many air conditioning units there are, and the types of air conditioning units, according to air con experts at airandwater.com.au, there is one factor that they all have in common, and that is every one of them costs money to run. Specifically, if you have air conditioning in your home, then it is inevitable that your electricity bill will include the cost of the energy used to operate your air conditioning.

The electricity bill amounts and the proportion of them accounted for by air conditioning will be even greater if you live in a part of the country which experiences more heat than others. For example, if you live in Western Australia, you will need air conditioning running in your home for way more hours than someone who lives in Tasmania.

However, there are several ways to reduce your electricity bill or at least that part of your electric bill created by air conditioning. Read on and discover seven expert tips on reducing your air conditioning bills.

Ensure Your Air Con Units Are Maintained Properly

A poorly maintained air conditioning unit that has never cleaned its filters runs inefficiently. This increases the energy required, which ultimately leads to higher electric bills. Stop this by ensuring that your air con units are maintained regularly, including cleaning the filters.

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June 27, 2023
Pool Fencing

Choosing Environmentally Friendly Pool Fencing

People throughout Australia and the world are more environmentally aware than they have been at any time in the past. If you’re building a new swimming pool, then Australian law dictates that you have to install pool fencing around it to secure it and reduce the risk to young children and pets. However, choosing the most sustainable fencing option can be challenging, especially if you’re not sure what your options are in the first place.

A lot of people would recommend glass pool fencing when it comes to eco-friendly options, but is this your best choice? Eco-friendly pool fences are essential for anyone who wants to maintain a clean, sustainable garden, and below, we’ll outline a few things that you can think about to help you choose the most environmentally friendly fence for your pool:

What Properties Should Eco-Friendly Pool Fences Have?

Eco-friendly pool fences are fences that don’t contribute to climate change, which don’t release toxic pollutants and which don’t negatively impact local plants and animals. Environmentally friendly fences should have the following properties:

  • They should be made from a material that is relatively easy to extract and turn into a usable form. Glass is the perfect example of this, as it can be made from three non-toxic natural ingredients – sand, limestone and soda ash.
  • They shouldn’t leach toxic chemicals into the environment as they break down. Plastics, paints and even some metals can leach toxins as they are weathered. These toxins can enter waterways and impact wildlife throughout the world. Glass breaks down into small, stable and non-toxic particles when it is weathered, making it a great choice!
  • They should be durable and easy to maintain. Fences that last long won’t need to be replaced as often. Fences that are easy to clean and support won’t require a lot of resources or chemicals to keep them looking good. Again, Glass is the perfect example of this.

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March 3, 2019
Winterising Your Pool

Winterising Your Pool

You may think that once winter hits and no one wants to go swimming, you’ll have less pool maintenance to do and can give your automatic pool cleaner a rest. Preparing your pool for winter is not difficult, but it is something that must be done, not just once but regularly over the winter months to ensure your pool water does not turn green.

Fortunately, in areas where the water doesn’t freeze, winterising the pool is much easier. If you have a pool blanket installed it will be even easier, but it still needs to be done, so there’s no getting out of it.

  • The first thing to do before covering your pool is to make sure the water is still of good quality.
  • Add a long-lasting algaecide so your water doesn’t turn green over the winter months.
  • Remove all the sticks and leaves as they’ll stain the floor of the pool if left over the winter. This will need to be done regularly all winter if you don’t have a blanket.

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May 19, 2018

5 Eco-Friendly Options For Your Fence

Today’s watchword is sustainability, and many people have chosen to live their lives with an awareness of how to save the earth’s resources at the forefront of their minds. According to fencing experts, there are at least five eco-friendly options to choose from that save the earth’s resources and cost less when it comes to maintenance and replacement issues.

So, what are these five options? Fencing contractors would tell you the following five are sustainable choices.

  • Bamboo has the advantage of being pest and disease-free, so no harmful pesticides, fungicides or other poisonous sprays are used in its growth. It proliferates – sometimes 90 centimetres per day- and is easily renewable. Styles available are reed or fence panels. It provides an attractive fence and background for your plants and some wind protection.

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July 24, 2017