During the hot weather, operating your air conditioning can be your highest monthly electricity expense. So, it’s normal that you’re looking for approaches to save. That might entail trying an energy-efficient AC setting or even stepping up to an ENERGY STAR®-rated model during air conditioner installation. Regulating your air conditioning’s fan setting is a second way you can save money. Your air conditioner works with a fan to dispatch the cold air it produces. You manage this fan at your thermostat by switching it to “auto,” which means the fan will only run when the air conditioner is going. Or you can adjust it to “on,” which signifies it will be on constantly. Does putting your AC on “fan” save energy in Cache Valley? Not always. Typically, operating your air conditioner’s fan all the time is going to make your energy bill slightly higher. But it also offers a few perks (and downsides) as far as your family’s comfort. Here’s why.
Air Conditioner Fan Set to “On”
Having your air conditioner’s fan run continuously can better stabilize your family’s comfort. This is good if you live in a two-story house, since areas upstairs can be more hot. It’s also great if you have difficulties with uneven cooling due to hot and cold spaces. It’s also beneficial if someone in your household has been diagnosed with allergies, asthma or other respiratory symptoms. That’s because the air is continuously being dispersed and filtrated. However, you may have to put in new air filters more regularly. Having the fan on constantly can also drive up your energy bills. It could also result in the fan wearing out faster and need air conditioning repair. Your residence may also seem muggier. Air conditioning helps balance humidity by drawing water from the air. But if the fan is continually going, it’s more difficult for moisture to drip from the condenser outside.
Air Conditioner Fan Set to “Auto”
This is the highest energy-efficient setting, since the fan will only operate when your air conditioner does. It’s good if your residence always appears the right temperature, regardless of which spot you’re in. There are a few drawbacks to using the auto setting. You could run into hot and cold areas in your residence and lower air quality. This is since air isn’t constantly being distributed or being repeatedly filtrated. On the other hand, you’ll consume reduced energy and won’t need to replace your air filter as regularly. Both are savings that can add up during the year, so you’ll have to think about what’s right for your needs. If you’re running into home comfort issues during warm weather, Western Mechanical, Inc. can help. We sell a large range of energy-efficient air conditioners that can keep your residence more pleasant while also helping you save more on electricity expenses. Many can be partnered with the latest smart home technology, giving you the opportunity to check and change temp settings while away. To learn more about how we can make your home more comfortable, contact us at 435-753-5515 today.