After a long day out in the heat—or even just a few minutes spent outside during peak summer—many of us dream of coming back inside to the cool embrace of the AC. A well-functioning AC can truly be a saving grace on the hottest and stickiest days of summertime—but these appliances aren't miracle workers. In fact, air conditioning units can only really do their best work when we use them the right way, and electricians say many of us are falling for some of the same myths over and over again. Improper usage can wear down AC units, lead to less effective cooling, and it can cost you more money, too.

Rich Walker , president of Summers Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling

Benjamin Uscilla , HVAC technician and owner of Evergreen Heating and Cooling

Ken Nelson , group sales manager, ventilat

See Full Page