Myths About Your AC

Alright, today here at Weathermakers Air Conditioning & Heating, Inc., we are going to be busting some serious AC myths. There is a lot of hocus pocus out there, and we want to make sure you are in-the-know on what is false and what is fact, so you are practicing the best, and the correct, air conditioning maintenance routines.

Get ready, cause here comes reality!

Myth: The bigger the AC unit, the better.

Fact: This is so false, it’s not even funny. It’s actually really not something to laugh off–a unit that is too big for your home can result in mold growth, compromise your indoor air quality, completely breakdown your HVAC system, and cause significant spikes in your utility costs.

When an oversized unit is installed in a home, the entire system is thrown off. Your home will become humid, as the unit is running in shorter cycles than it would if it were cooling a larger space. Water becomes trapped within the indoor coil, and this is where mold can foster and spread. With shortened cycles, your unit will also constantly shift on and off, resulting in a rise in energy use and therefore, your utility bills. Call our AC installation South Pasadena pros today!

Lastly, shortened cycles cause extreme wear and tear on the unit, shortening its overall lifespan. With the wrong sized system, you’ll be replacing the entire unit sooner rather than later.

Your ideal air conditioning unit size depends on:

1. The size of your home;

2. The number of windows in your home;

3. The amount of shaded square footage you have;

4. Your insulation;

5. If you have any air leaks;

6. And, the number of heat-generating home appliances you actively use.

To find the right air conditioning unit for your home, contact one of our certified professionals.

Myth: It’s cheaper to leave the thermostat on, at the same temperature all day, even when you are at work.

Fact: Untrue! It is more expensive to run your air conditioning unit all day than it is to turn it on and off. Leaving your air conditioner on, when no one is home, uses a lot of unnecessary energy, causing a huge utility bill increase.

It is also recommended that you give your air conditioning system a break. Think of how exhausted you would be if you didn’t get your daily coffee and lunch break? You would lose steam, and your productivity and effectiveness would greatly reduce. Your air conditioning system is no different, and over time, it would lose its cooling efficiency from being overworked.

For the best results, install a programmable thermostat in your home. You will be able to pre-set your cooling needs to match your schedule, taking an item off of your morning to-do list, and saving you money in the long run.

Myth: Using an air conditioner will make you sick.

The common cold is caused by viruses, not cooled air. Yes, it is important to keep your home clean, change your air filters frequently, routinely clean your air ducts, and ensure there are no leaks in your system (as these cause mold growth which can lead to respiratory infections); but, simply using an air conditioner in your home cannot cause colds.

Stuck with a broken AC in the middle of a boiling summer day and don’t know who to call? Our Tarpon Springs AC replacement and repair service experts are ready to help you immediately. In addition, if you need an estimate from our AC replacement South Pasadena experts, give us a call today and our HVAC team will be more than happy to help you.

For your air conditioning and heating needs, contact Weathermakers Air Conditioning & Heating, Inc., at (727) 513-5882. We are licensed, certified, and experienced.