3 Home Cooling Myths That Confuse Many Home- and Business Owners

With the astonishing number of air conditioners being shipped across the United States each year, it is no surprise that there are also a significant number of myths and rumors about these miraculous machines that abound. The Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute estimates that there were more than 518,000 central air conditioners and air-source heat pumps shipped across the United States in Aug. 2014 alone.

This represents an increase in 3.6 percent from the same period last year, and it is an accurate indication that a massive number of air conditioners are making their way into homes and businesses across the country.   

If you are looking for an air conditioning unit for your home or business, give us a call. At Royal Refrigeration, Heating and Air Conditioning, we supply high quality units throughout the Las Vegas region.

We are also experts at maintenance and repair, and we can ensure that your existing unit is operating to its optimum level. Call us today at 702-645-3000 to find out how we can resolve your heating or cooling issue.

Myth 1: A Bigger Air Conditioner Is Always Better

It would seem to be conventional wisdom that a bigger air conditioner will produce better results. But as Fox News says, it is often not necessary to purchase a larger air conditioner if you are looking for optimal results. If you are unhappy with your current cooling measures, your first step should be to look at maintenance and installation. The first step is to ensure that your AC unit is properly maintained and installed.

A professional air conditioner installer will be able to do routine maintenance on your system to keep it operating at its best. It is also important that the unit sits in the correct location, out of direct sunlight and in a central location. Even a large air conditioning unit will struggle if you do not follow these suggestions, so it’s important to contact an experienced HVAC technician who knows the best approach to AC installation.

Myth 2: Fans Are Just as Effective as Air Conditioners for Cooling a Room

Traditional ceiling and desk fans may help you feel cooler, but they are ineffective when it comes to lowering the overall temperature in a room. For this reason, it is pointless to leave a fan operating when you are outside of the room in question.

Fans are simply responsible for circulating the air that is currently in the room. They have no impact on the air’s temperature. If you are looking to maintain a consistent temperature in a room, an effective air conditioner is the only way to go.

Myth 3: An Air Conditioner Only Cools Air

Of course, the most obvious function of an air conditioner is to cool the air that passes through the unit. Equally important, though, is an air conditioner’s ability to lower humidity. Humid air feels warmer than dry air, and many modern units have the ability to dry air, which increases their efficiency and ability to cool a room.

If you are looking for a Las Vegas air conditioning solution, give Royal Refrigeration, Heating and Air Conditioning a call at 702-645-3000. We will visit your location and set you up with the most efficient and appropriate system for your home or business.