# 3 Home Cooling Myths Every Alps Customer Should Avoid

- Link: https://alpscomfortair.com/3-home-cooling-myths-every-alps-customer-avoid/
- Published: 2017-06-28T12:17:33+00:00
- Author: kathypuig

We know the answer to this question, but we’re asking it anyway. What is your least
favorite part about summertime? The most popular answer from Alps customers is skyrocketing
energy bills. While there are lots of tips and tricks out there to conserve energy
and save money, sometimes things seem too good to be true. Stop getting suckered
into believing popular HVAC myths and urban legends your read online.

Here are three common HVAC myths you should avoid if you want to save money this
summer:

### **Myth #1: Dialing down the temperature will cool your home quickly**

Adjusting your temperature really low will not cool your home any faster. Your unit
operates at one speed until it reached the programmed temperature. Instead of turning
your home into a walk-in freezer, the only thing you’ll freeze is your bank account
when you get hit with high energy bill.

### **Myth #2: Larger units always cool your home more efficiently**

Believe it or not, size actually matters when it comes to air conditioning units.
For example, if your unit is too small for your home, it will not heat or cool your
home properly. In addition, you may end up wasting energy and money if your unit
isn’t the right fit for your home.

### **Myth #3: Fans can reduce the temperature of a room**

Fans do not reduce the temperature of a room. They simply circulate air around the
room to create the illusion of a cooler air. In fact, turning off the fans and powering
down other unnecessary electronics are simple ways to conserve energy and save on
your utility bills.

You’re not alone when it comes to wasting your hard-earned money on the latest HVAC
myth trending on the internet. Instead, try investing your money in seasonal maintenance
to prevent costly issues down the road. Not only can you prolong the life of your
unit, but you can also keep more cash in your pocket

Looking for easy ways to reduce your energy costs? [Read our blog](https://alpscomfortair.com/blog/)
for helpful tips.