Our Hot Take: The “ON” HVAC Fan Setting Is Best for Your Home

It’s hard to know what to do with all the conflicting advice! People have probably told you not to use the “On” setting for one reason or another—maybe to reduce your electric bill or cut down on noise pollution. Many home service companies argue for the “Auto” setting because it allows your HVAC fan to turn on and off, so it won’t blow full time. Others counter that you’ll inevitably get spotty AC and feel uncomfortable when this happens.

So, what’s the right choice for your HVAC fan this summer—“On” or “Auto”? Let’s explore!

Why You Should Turn Your HVAC Fan Setting to “On”

Unlike most home service companies, Gorjanc advises clients to set their HVAC fan to “On.” You might be wondering: why would I do this when all of the other guys are saying I should use the “Auto” setting? Well, that’s a valid question! Here are just four (of the many) perks to setting your HVAC fan to “On.”

Circulate Air Continuously

With the “On” setting, you’ll have continuous air circulation—meaning your AC will flow better—keeping your home cooler and noticeably less stuffy.

Clean and Optimize Your Home’s Air 24/7

We know your family’s health is a top priority, but what if the air in your home isn’t meeting that goal? To create the cleanest and healthiest air for your family, you need to begin with the most crucial components for the best indoor air quality:

• Filtration: Protect your family from fine dust particles, bacteria, and more with high-efficiency filters.
• Purification: Pollutants, such as dust, dander, pollen, and smoke, and even pathogens, such as mold, viruses, and bacteria, could be in the air you breathe, even if you can’t see them. Purification sensors installed within your HVAC system detect when these levels are too high and send an overabundance of natural oxygen ions through your air ducts—resulting in cleaner, healthier air.
• Humidification: Humidity control renews your home’s air by adding just the right amount of moisture. Keeping your home’s humidity in the optimal range is essential for indoor air quality.

By choosing the “On” HVAC fan setting, you’re working towards a healthier home. The continuous airflow complements the components of filtration, purification, and humidification, so your home’s air will be cleaned 24/7. If you’re curious to learn more about improving the indoor air quality in your home, click here.

Eliminate Hot and Cold Spots Between Rooms

Another perk of using the “On” HVAC fan setting is a more even temperature throughout your home. When using the “Auto” fan setting, there will always be spots between rooms that feel a little hotter or a little colder than others.

Reduce Temperature Variations Between Floors

Additionally, when using the “Auto” fan setting, there will be a substantial difference in temperature between your first and second floors. You will reduce temperature variation by choosing the “On” HVAC fan setting.

Final Thoughts About the “On” HVAC Fan Setting

If you want more optimum results from your air conditioning this summer, give the “On” HVAC fan setting a try! It will be more effective at maintaining a stable temperature throughout your home—from room to room and floor to floor. It will also complement your air quality components for a healthier home. Most importantly, it will keep you cool when it’s hot outside!

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