The Worst Advice We've Ever Heard About Air Conditioning

When it comes to your air conditioning system, you want to make sure you are getting good advice and tips that will ensure optimal performance and functionality of your system. Our expert technicians receive a lot of questions, and we want to address the worst advice we have come across that can end up hurting your AC more than it can help it. The phrase "bigger is better" is a comment we often hear, but want to warn consumers that this concept does not apply to air conditioning. Keep reading to learn the truth behind this and our expert recommendations.

Capacity Design and Energy Costs

Many people think that a larger air conditioner means more cool air, at a quicker rate. Air conditioners are made to cool certain spaces, depending on their capacity. Installing an AC that is too large for your home is both wasteful and inefficient. It will use excess energy and even cause wear and tear on the system since it was designed with specific spatial dimensions in mind. Make sure your AC is the right size for your home by consulting your contractor or local HVAC technician.

Decreased Air Quality

Humid air also creates an environment for bacteria and mold to fester, threatening any allergies and respiratory issues you may have.

Short Cycling

An oversized AC often cools down a home too quickly, causing it to shut off, then turn on for a moment, and shut off again. This short cycling does not properly cool the home and uses too excess energy.

Undesired Humidity

When short cycling occurs, your AC can’t properly condense indoor moisture, resulting in a humid and muggy atmosphere.

Shortened Lifespan

The wear and tear mentioned above can shorten the overall lifespan of your AC, causing you to lose your investment in the system.

Advice You Can Trust

If you are looking for a new air conditioning system, then it's time to call a company you can trust. Our experienced and certified HVAC technicians will come to your home and help you find the right HVAC system for your home. You can trust your place with ACE!