{"id":857,"date":"2026-06-06T08:06:00","date_gmt":"2026-06-05T22:06:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/shopattheponds.com.au\/news\/?p=857"},"modified":"2026-06-06T05:59:44","modified_gmt":"2026-06-05T19:59:44","slug":"what-we%ca%bcve-been-told-for-years-about-cooling-our-homes-in-summer-would-actually-be-wrong-say-experts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/shopattheponds.com.au\/news\/what-we%ca%bcve-been-told-for-years-about-cooling-our-homes-in-summer-would-actually-be-wrong-say-experts\/","title":{"rendered":"What we\u02bcve been told for years about cooling our homes in summer would actually be wrong say experts"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>We\u2019ve been living by <strong>rules<\/strong> that feel <strong>obvious<\/strong>: crank the <strong>thermostat<\/strong>, shut unused <strong>vents<\/strong>, and let the <strong>AC<\/strong> roar until the house feels like a <strong>fridge<\/strong>. Yet a growing number of <strong>experts<\/strong> say much of this <strong>advice<\/strong> wastes energy, shortens equipment <strong>life<\/strong>, and leaves us less <strong>comfortable<\/strong> than we could be.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<h2>Stop cranking the thermostat<\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>The common <strong>belief<\/strong> is that a lower <strong>setpoint<\/strong> cools the home faster, but most systems run at one <strong>speed<\/strong>, so it cools at the same <strong>rate<\/strong> regardless. The only thing you\u2019re doing is forcing a longer <strong>cycle<\/strong>, which can overshoot the <strong>target<\/strong> and create extra <strong>humidity<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>\u201cThink of your <strong>thermostat<\/strong> like a steering <strong>wheel<\/strong>,\u201d says one building <strong>consultant<\/strong>. \u201cJerky inputs make jerky <strong>rides<\/strong>.\u201d Set a reasonable <strong>target<\/strong>\u2014often 76\u201378 \u00b0F for balanced <strong>comfort<\/strong>\u2014and let the system <strong>stabilize<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>If your unit supports <strong>stages<\/strong> or variable <strong>speed<\/strong>, enable those <strong>features<\/strong> so it can modulate <strong>gently<\/strong>. If not, use a <strong>steady<\/strong> setpoint and small <strong>nudges<\/strong>, not dramatic <strong>swings<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<h2>Closing vents and doors backfires<\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>Shutting <strong>registers<\/strong> in spare rooms seems <strong>smart<\/strong>, but it raises duct <strong>pressure<\/strong>, drives air through hidden <strong>leaks<\/strong>, and can freeze <strong>coils<\/strong> or overheat the <strong>blower<\/strong>. You end up cooling the <strong>attic<\/strong> and the crawlspace\u2014not your <strong>sofa<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>\u201cAir systems crave <strong>balance<\/strong>,\u201d notes an experienced <strong>auditor<\/strong>. \u201cBlock one <strong>path<\/strong>, and the air finds a worse <strong>one<\/strong>.\u201d Keep interior doors <strong>open<\/strong> where you can to let returns <strong>breathe<\/strong>, and address rooms that run <strong>hot<\/strong> by fixing duct <strong>leaks<\/strong> or adding proper <strong>returns<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<h2>Fans don\u2019t cool rooms; they cool people<\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>Ceiling <strong>fans<\/strong> and portables don\u2019t reduce air <strong>temperature<\/strong>; they move air across your <strong>skin<\/strong>, increasing evaporative <strong>cooling<\/strong>. Use them when you\u2019re <strong>there<\/strong>, and turn them <strong>off<\/strong> when you leave, or you\u2019re just spinning <strong>bills<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>In summer, set ceiling <strong>fans<\/strong> to spin <strong>counterclockwise<\/strong> to push air <strong>down<\/strong> and create a gentle <strong>breeze<\/strong>. \u201cIt\u2019s like adding a few degrees of perceived <strong>cooling<\/strong> for pennies,\u201d says an HVAC <strong>tech<\/strong>. Aim for low-to-medium <strong>speed<\/strong>, not a noisy <strong>cyclone<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<h2>Night pre-cooling isn\u2019t universal<\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>Pre-cooling at <strong>night<\/strong> can slash daytime <strong>loads<\/strong> in dry <strong>climates<\/strong>, where nighttime air is cooler and <strong>arid<\/strong>. In humid <strong>regions<\/strong>, pulling in night <strong>air<\/strong> just adds <strong>moisture<\/strong>, which your AC must later <strong>remove<\/strong>\u2014at a steep <strong>cost<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>A better <strong>rule<\/strong>: track indoor <strong>humidity<\/strong> and keep it near 50 percent <strong>RH<\/strong>. If your system has a <strong>dehumidify<\/strong> mode or reheat <strong>control<\/strong>, use it to extend low-speed <strong>runs<\/strong> that wring out <strong>moisture<\/strong>. Drier air feels <strong>cooler<\/strong>, allowing a higher <strong>setpoint<\/strong> without sacrificing <strong>comfort<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<h2>Block the sun, not the returns<\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>Solar <strong>gain<\/strong> through windows is a silent <strong>heater<\/strong>. Exterior <strong>shading<\/strong>\u2014awnings, shutters, exterior <strong>screens<\/strong>\u2014is often three times more <strong>effective<\/strong> than interior <strong>blinds<\/strong>. If exterior options aren\u2019t <strong>feasible<\/strong>, use reflective <strong>films<\/strong>, tight-closing <strong>shades<\/strong>, and light-colored <strong>drapes<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>Reduce indoor <strong>heat<\/strong> with targeted <strong>habits<\/strong>: cook with small <strong>appliances<\/strong>, run dishwashers late <strong>night<\/strong>, and air-dry on cool <strong>mornings<\/strong>. Every avoided watt of <strong>heat<\/strong> is a watt your AC doesn\u2019t have to <strong>fight<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<h2>Make the system smarter<\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>Dirty <strong>filters<\/strong>, clogged <strong>coils<\/strong>, and leaky <strong>ducts<\/strong> quietly erase <strong>efficiency<\/strong>. Use the right <strong>filter<\/strong> (often MERV 8\u201311 for a good <strong>balance<\/strong>), change it on <strong>schedule<\/strong>, and keep the outdoor <strong>condenser<\/strong> clean and <strong>clear<\/strong>. Seal duct <strong>leaks<\/strong> with mastic or aerosolized <strong>sealant<\/strong>, not flimsy <strong>tape<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>Smart <strong>thermostats<\/strong> help, but only if you set sane <strong>schedules<\/strong>. Avoid deep daytime <strong>setbacks<\/strong> in very humid <strong>areas<\/strong>, which can lead to afternoon <strong>marathons<\/strong> and sticky <strong>rooms<\/strong>. Opt for smaller <strong>setbacks<\/strong>, occupancy-based <strong>holds<\/strong>, and gradual <strong>ramps<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<h2>Rethink the equipment you choose<\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re upgrading, look at variable-speed <strong>heat pumps<\/strong>, which excel at gentle, long <strong>runs<\/strong> that control <strong>humidity<\/strong> and even out <strong>temperatures<\/strong>. In dry <strong>climates<\/strong>, evaporative coolers can be <strong>brilliant<\/strong>, delivering big <strong>comfort<\/strong> for little <strong>power<\/strong>. In older homes, ductless mini-splits target stubborn <strong>zones<\/strong> without invasive <strong>ductwork<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>Ask for a proper <strong>load<\/strong> calculation (Manual <strong>J<\/strong>) and duct design (Manual <strong>D<\/strong>), not a rule-of-thumb <strong>guess<\/strong>. \u201cSizing is not a <strong>vibe<\/strong>; it\u2019s a <strong>number<\/strong>,\u201d quips one seasoned <strong>designer<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<h2>Quick wins to try this week<\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\n<ul><\/p>\n<li>Set a steady <strong>setpoint<\/strong>, then use <strong>fans<\/strong> for personal comfort where you <strong>sit<\/strong>.  <\/li>\n<p><\/p>\n<li>Open key <strong>doors<\/strong> and unblock <strong>returns<\/strong>; stop closing <strong>vents<\/strong> to \u201cforce\u201d air.  <\/li>\n<p><\/p>\n<li>Shade sun-blasted <strong>windows<\/strong> and shift heat-making <strong>tasks<\/strong> after <strong>sunset<\/strong>.  <\/li>\n<p><\/p>\n<li>Track indoor <strong>humidity<\/strong>; aim for around 50 percent <strong>RH<\/strong> for better <strong>comfort<\/strong>.  <\/li>\n<p><\/p>\n<li>Replace the <strong>filter<\/strong>, clear the outdoor <strong>unit<\/strong>, and check supply\/return <strong>paths<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<p>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>We were taught to chase <strong>cold<\/strong> when we should chase <strong>control<\/strong>. The best summer <strong>strategy<\/strong> is slow, even <strong>cooling<\/strong>, low <strong>humidity<\/strong>, and relentless heat <strong>avoidance<\/strong>. When the building does more <strong>work<\/strong>, your equipment does <strong>less<\/strong>\u2014and you feel more <strong>comfortable<\/strong> for fewer <strong>dollars<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":972,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"class_list":["post-857","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-uncategorized","generate-columns","tablet-grid-50","mobile-grid-100","grid-parent","grid-50"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.7 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>What we\u02bcve been told for years about cooling our homes in summer would actually be wrong say experts - The Ponds | Shopping Centre<\/title>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/shopattheponds.com.au\/news\/what-we\u02bcve-been-told-for-years-about-cooling-our-homes-in-summer-would-actually-be-wrong-say-experts\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"What we\u02bcve been told for years about cooling our homes in summer would actually be wrong say experts - 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