During the summer, running your air conditioning can be your highest monthly utility cost. So, it’s normal that you’re looking for approaches to consume less energy. That might involve trying an energy-efficient AC setting or even stepping up to an ENERGY STAR®-rated model with air conditioner installation.

Modifying your air conditioning’s fan setting is a second way you can save money.

Your air conditioner uses a fan to dispatch the cool air it creates. You adjust this fan at your thermostat by setting it to “auto,” which means the fan will only be on when the air conditioner is going. Or you can switch it to “on,” which indicates it will run all the time.

Does putting your AC on “fan” save energy in Thedford? This isn’t always the case. Typically, operating your air conditioner’s fan constantly is going to make your energy bill slightly higher.

But it also has a few pluses (and downsides) when it comes to your residence’s comfort. Here’s why.

Air Conditioner Fan Set to “On”

Having your air conditioner’s fan run all day can better equalize your family’s comfort. This is ideal if you live in a two-story home, since areas upstairs can be warmer. It’s also ideal if you have difficulties with unbalanced cooling on account of hot and cold spots.

It’s also advantageous if one of your loved ones suffers from allergies, asthma or other respiratory illnesses. That’s due to the fact the air is consistently being distributed and filtrated. On the flip side, you may have to switch your air filters more frequently.

Having the fan on all day can also drive up your energy bills. It could also cause the fan to wear out more quickly and need air conditioning repair.

Your residence may also feel more moist. Air conditioning helps manage humidity by extracting water from the air. But if the fan is continually going, it’s harder for moisture to flow from the condenser outdoors.

Air Conditioner Fan Set to “Auto”

This is the highest energy-efficient setting, as the fan will only go when your air conditioner does. It’s good if your residence always seems pleasant, no matter what room you’re in.

There are a few drawbacks to using the auto setting. You may have hot and cold areas in your residence and lower air quality. This is since air isn’t always moving or being repeatedly filtered.

On the other hand, you’ll use reduced energy and won’t be required to get a new air filter as often. Both are savings that can tally up over the year, so you’ll have to consider what’s best for your family.

If you’re having home comfort problems during hot weather, Taylor's Heating & Air Conditioning can help. We have a substantial range of energy-efficient air conditioners that can keep your residence comfortable while also helping you save more on electrical bills. Many are also compatible with the latest smart home technology, giving you the ability to monitor and change home comfort settings while away.

To hear more about how we can make your home more pleasant, contact us at 519-296-4437 today.