Living in the greater Winston-Salem, North Carolina area requires a properly functioning air conditioning system in order to stay cool and comfortable throughout the summer weather. The comfort and convenience that air conditioners bring to our lives far outweighs their cost. The popularity of air conditioners here in the greater Winston-Salem, NC area has unfortunately created some myths about the cooling machines. Even though some of the stuff you hear or read may be true, we wanted to debunk some of the most common air conditioning myths that we see on a regular basis to help shed some light on how to properly operate your AC unit in your Winston-Salem, NC home.
Lowering the Temperature Cools Your Home Quicker
If someone tells you to lower your thermostat down to cool your home off faster, do not trust them. This is far from the truth. Your air conditioner is a powerful and complex machine, but it cannot change the quickness in which it cools your home down. No matter what temperature your thermostat is set to, whether it’s 72 degrees or 50 degrees, your air conditioning unit will stool cool your home down at the same rate. You and your wallet are much better off by keeping your thermostat at the desired temperature of your home.
The Bigger the Better
As true as this myth might seem, you should not believe it. Air conditioning systems are designed to fit your specific home needs. Buying a larger than necessary AC unit can actually cause more harm than good. An oversized air conditioner will constantly cycle on and off. This will lead to early wear and tear of the system which will lead to more costly repairs and earlier breakdowns. If you are confused about what size AC unit your Winston-Salem, NC home needs, give Gwyn Services a call!
Let Your AC Unit Run Until it’s Dead
This is another myth that might make sense on paper but it is far from the truth. A good modern air conditioning system has an average life span of 12-15 years (when properly taken care of). If you let your old AC unit run until it can no longer be revived back to life, chances are that you are having to pay a lot of money in repairs and energy bills just to keep your AC unit running. Not to mention, your comfort level is probably extremely low as well. You are better off purchasing a brand new air conditioner replacement when your AC unit begins to show signs of aging.
You Don’t Need AC Maintenance
Finally, you absolutely need air conditioning maintenance. If you want your AC unit to last you as long as possible and if you want it to operate as inexpensive as possible, preventative AC maintenance is a must. AC maintenance is essentially a checkup on your air conditioning system. If there is a problem, your technician will address it and resolve it before it becomes a more costly and troublesome problem. If you’re looking for a professional HVAC contractor to service your air conditioning system in the greater Winston-Salem, NC area, give Gwyn Services a call today!
