Air conditioners are a near necessity for those hot summer days in Lisle, when you want to make sure the temperature inside your home stays cool and the humidity level is maintained.

Today, with the breakthrough of advanced air conditioning technology, your AC unit can maintain the perfect air comfort level in your home or office with minimal maintenance required on your end.

That said, there are still some common myths around air conditioning that many people have today:

1. Switching off the AC when not at home saves energy

If you switch off the AC when you leave for work and turn it back on in the evening, it actually has to work harder to re-cool the home. Instead, it is better to set the thermostat to a temperature that is about 10°F warmer than the temperature that you feel is comfortable.

Alternatively, you can install a programmable thermostat that will automatically do this for you. Switching off the AC is only advisable if you are planning to leave the house for an extended period of time.

2. Upgrading to a bigger AC will be better

Bigger does not always translate to better. The same applies to your AC unit. A bigger unit is designed to cool a bigger air space. When used within a smaller space, it will not know the difference, and it will actually draw more energy just to function.

Therefore, it is important to have a professional take a look at the area that needs to be cooled so they can recommend the appropriate AC unit size.

3. Lowering thermostat temperature cools the room faster

Air conditioners are designed to work at a consistent rate to reach the temperature set by the thermostat. Setting the temperature to a lower temperature will not cool the house faster — it will only cool at the same rate, working harder and drawing more energy to reach the set temperature.

4. Fans keep the room cooler

Using a fan along with the AC does not make the room itself cooler. A fan is only responsible for moving the air within the room. This moving air hits the skin, transferring the heat from the body into the air. Rather, a fan helps to quickly evaporate sweat, creating a wind-chill effect that might help you feel cooler.

So technically, a fan does not help cool the room, but it can be a good solution if you want to quickly cool down without lowering the temperature of the thermostat.

5. Air conditioners are only meant for summers

Modern day air conditioners are designed with different modes for different seasons of the year. It is no longer true that an air conditioner should only be operated during the summer months.

Newer models come with hot, cold, as well as monsoon modes. Some air conditioner models can even work as heaters, raising the temperature in colder climates, as well as maintaining comfortable humidity levels during the monsoon and rainy seasons.

6. The AC unit needs professional attention only when something goes wrong

An AC unit should have a professional checkup at least once a year. Annual service and maintenance are important to keep the unit working optimally and efficiently. Additionally, an annual checkup can also help in identifying and addressing problems before they turn into costly repairs.

Take Advantage of your Local Lisle Air Conditioning Repair Service

Do you want to have your air conditioning unit serviced or repaired? Are you looking to install a new air conditioner before the summer months? If so, Hearthstone Heating & Air Conditioning can help. Backed by a professional team of HVAC technicians, we’ve been serving the Lisle area since 1996.

Contact us today to setup an appointment!