Top 4 Air-Conditioning Myths

The National Weather Service has issued several excessive heat warnings for Las Vegas during the past few weeks. We’ve had days that reached more than 115 degrees, and some lows were as high as 88 degrees this month. It’s been a particularly hot summer here, and AC is on everyone’s minds this season because keeping cool is a priority for comfort and health.

At Royal Refrigeration, Heating and Air Conditioning, we’ve been busy helping our clients prepare their air conditioners for the extra strain and helping those who are left to suffer in the heat because of a broken unit. We offer our clients an affordable service on which they can rely, and we are even available for AC emergencies at any hour of any day. Whether you need a repair or maintenance, we are here to help. To learn more, just call 702-645-3000.

Myth 1: Ceiling Fans Lower the Temperature in the House

Many people believe that a ceiling fan can keep the home cool during the summer, but this isn’t exactly true. Fox News reports that fans do nothing to affect the temperature of the air. Instead, they move the air around, creating a draft that can feel cool on the skin.

However, during temperatures higher than 100 degrees, fans can have the opposite effect by just moving around hot air. AC is the only way to really lower the temperature and keep the home cool for people and pets.

Myth 2: Changing the Temperature Setting on the Air Conditioner Cools the Air Faster

This is a persistent myth that may seem intuitive to people who don’t understand how the AC works. FOX News explains that most air conditioners cool at the same rate no matter what the temperature setting. Adjusting the system to a lower temperature just means the unit will run longer.

Myth 3: Leaving the AC on All Day Is Efficient

Many people believe that it’s better to leave the air conditioning on all day than to turn it on only when at home. This is wishful thinking. It may be more comfortable to come home to a cool house, but it is expensive and inefficient to leave it on all day.

Households with pets should still make sure to keep the air conditioner on during the day to keep the pet happy and healthy.

Myth 4: There Is No Reason to Worry About the AC Until It Breaks

Just like a car, the air conditioner needs maintenance to avoid a breakdown. Just as you wouldn’t want your car to stop working halfway through Nevada on a road trip, you don’t want your AC to stop working at 4:00 p.m. in Las Vegas. If you would like to schedule a maintenance appointment with an AC technician, call us.

At Royal Refrigeration, Heating and Air Conditioning, we can help you stay cool all summer. To learn more, call 702-645-3000 at any time of the day or night.