Once the summer heat hits, the last thing you want is to be stuck with a high-efficiency air conditioner that isn’t working. That’s why it’s important to stay ahead of the game. Here are a few things you can start doing now to make sure your equipment is in perfect working order when you’re ready to start using it.

Upgrading with high-efficiency HVAC systems is just one way to reduce energy consumption. Here are a few more ways to scale back and save on utility bills.