Debunking Myths About HVAC

Just as ignorance makes us do so many things, so does it prevent us from maximizing the potential of our air conditioning system. Every residential house owner, commercial and industrial building manager and the owner knows the importance of the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system for the maintenance of quality air in their buildings.

Understanding the facts behind these common HVAC myths will help homeowners maximize their air conditioning systems, managers protect valuable equipment, save money and energy, and maintain employee comfort in commercial and industrial buildings. According to heating and air conditioning San Diego, these are the common myths.

Skilling Regular Air Filter Change Is Fine

This is a myth and it is false because a clogged HVAC air filter makes it harder for the ventilation system to circulate air. This results in the fan or blower motor working harder than it was designed to do, and may even cause the AC to freeze up.

It may also contribute to wearing out the equipment much sooner than it should, leading to higher replacement costs. Also, it is inevitable that more dust and other particles will find their way through a clogged filter and onto the fan or blower motors and into contractors, where it can cause damage, inefficient operation, and possibly early failure. San Diego ac repair will your air conditioning system air filter is changed and working properly.

Turning Off AC When Leaving The Building Helps To Conserve Energy

This is another false myth. Depending on the climate, the effort required to bring the building back down to comfortable temperatures may require more energy than was saved, and the extra work imposed on the air conditioning system may contribute to inefficiency or even early failure.

Humidity buildup in a warmer room or building can damage equipment and other assets.

The Only Maintenance Your HVAC Requires Is To Change The Air Filter

San Diego air conditioning repair has clients who believe that the only maintenance their air conditioning system needs is to change the air filter. Regular air filter changes are important, but these are just one component of the comprehensive maintenance needed to ensure optimal performance and prevent equipment failure.

Other necessary maintenance includes replacing fan belts before they break, cleaning condenser coils, cleaning out condensate p-traps to prevent leaks, inspecting evaporator coils and fan motors, checking all electrical connections, measuring pressure and temperature changes, testing thermostat settings, and more.

You Cool Your Room Quicker By Turning The Thermostat Way Down

Most home air conditioning systems and many commercial and industrial HVAC systems have only one speed: on or off. When the temperature rises above the setting, it signals the air conditioning to start cooling. Once the thermostat senses that the temperature in the building is at or below the setting, the air conditioner turns off.

So turning the temperature very low won’t make the system cool any faster, but it will keep the equipment working long after the temperature has reached the desired level.

San Diego heating repair pays closer attention to facts concerning your air conditioning system than myths. Quality service is just a visit away. What are you still waiting for?!