As temperatures rise over summer, most people are going to be looking for ways to cut down on their utility bills. However, before making any changes to your home, it pays to be aware of a few air conditioning myths to prevent you from going astray.
Fans keep a room cool
Unlike popular belief, fans will do nothing for the heat inside the room. They merely make you feel cooler by moving air over your skin. This means that it would be a waste of energy leaving the fan on in a room you’re not using. The only exception to the rule is if the air temperature outside the house is cooler than the air inside. In such a case, placing a fan near a window can help to exhaust trapped hot air or draw cool air into the room.
A bigger AC will yield better results
Before heading to the stores to buy a bigger AC, carry out a few checks. Start by cleaning the air conditioner and try to get it serviced. Moving the AC to a shadier location might also help. In fact, the problem might not be the AC at all. Try to look for leaks and gaps and seal them up.
An air conditioner is just a device to cool air
In addition to producing a steady stream of cool air, ACs also have a huge role to play in making your home more comfortable by reducing humidity levels. Many units even have a dedicated drying function.
Lower the temperatures down for faster cooling
Central air conditioners usually work at fairly constant rates and then turn off once your home gets to the set temperature. Therefore, turning down the temperatures won’t necessarily cool your home faster. In fact, you might end up with a frigid house and waste more energy if you forget to readjust the temperature.
It’s more efficient to leave the AC on all day than to raise or lower the temperature
Most people believe that the air conditioner has to work extra hard to cool the house when you get home so they leave it on. Unfortunately, there is nothing further from the truth. A lot of energy is wasted when you leave your unit on. You can dramatically cut down on energy usage by taking advantage of programmable thermostats. Call us for all your heating and air conditioning needs.
