Myths About Air Conditioning

Many homes and businesses rely on air conditioning units when the warmer weather arrives. We may not know much about these appliances, but we know full well the comfort they can provide when the temperatures outside climb. Here are a few commonly believed air conditioning myths:

Myth #1: Having your air condition serviced is a waste of money

This myth couldn’t be further from the truth. It is important to have your home or business air conditioning unit cleaned and serviced at least once or twice per year in order to keep it in good working condition. Not taking this step can lead to costly and unexpected breakdowns. Having this service done can catch small problems before they become big ones and lead to the temperatures rising inside. Save time and money by having your air conditioning unit cleaned and service on a regular basis by an experienced HVAC professional.

Myth #2: Setting your thermostat higher when you leave and turning it down when you come home will save energy and money.

This is also false. Although it may not make a lot of sense at first glance, your air conditioner actually has to work harder for longer when it fights higher temps. If your air conditioner runs throughout the day to keep your home at a constant temperature, as opposed to running constantly for several hours to get your home or business back to the comfortable temperature you desire, it actually wastes more energy, and therefore, money.

Myth #3: Getting the largest air conditioning unit you can buy will keep your home or business the coolest.

Again, this is false. Air conditioners actually dehumidify the air. It is important to purchase and install an air conditioning unit that is appropriately sized to your own home. Using the right sized machine will keep your energy cost to a minimum, as well as keep your home cool.

We all like our homes and businesses to be of comfortable temperatures. However, we don’t like the higher energy bills that come with the warmer months. Taking the right steps can give you the best of both worlds; keeping your home cool while paying less in energy bills.

Cindy Hastings