It’s time to question the long-held beliefs we have about our air conditioners. While some air conditioning myths may seem harmless, a few can actually be financially damaging. Separating fantasy from fiction can help us prolong the life of our units and lessen the burden on our pockets. Humidity Will Not Decrease with a Lower Temperature Setting When it’s hot and humid, it is tempting to try to compensate with a slower than usual setting on the A/C. Humidity makes you feel hotter than it actually is, after all. A few degrees south should make up for it, right? Unfortunately, this is not the case. It is a myth that seems logical at first but is quickly dispelled upon closer examination. The solution to the problem is not to tax the compressor with a lower setting but to deal directly with the humidity. Look for a Dry Mode button on your remote control to address […]