Global Heating & Cooling 
Hot, humid weather can make you wish you were on a plane to New Zealand where the weather is always warm but pleasant.
Keeping the air conditioner on throughout the day has not only led to high utility bills; you’re also feeling under the weather.
With Chicago’s weather becoming more and more unpredictable, infections and ailments seem unavoidable. But just because it seems unavoidable doesn’t mean it is.
Here’s what you can do to avoid falling sick from air conditioner overuse:
Increase the Temperature
It’s tempting to set the temperature to 16ᵒC but remember the lower the temperature, the more energy your air conditioner will consume.
The recommended settings are 24ᵒC–26ᵒC if you want to save costs and ensure your health doesn’t get affected.
Don’t Sit Under the Air Conditioner 
It’s understandable that it’s hot outside and the first thing you do when you get home is to sit under the air conditioner. Sitting directly under the air conditioner exposes you to infections.
If you don’t clean your air conditioner every day, it can accumulate dust and dirt. Dirt can block the airflow of your unit and affect the filters as well. When you switch on your air conditioner, the filters will emit dust and dirt into the air.
You may not see the dust particles, but they can flare up your allergies (if you have any) and even make you sick. Nasal congestion, breathing problems, headaches, and irritated skin are common for people who sit directly under the air conditioner.
Welcome Fungi and Mold!
The thing about air conditioners is that if they’re not cleaned every day, dirt and dust can seep inside the filters and compressor. This invites mold and fungi to grow and can lead to bacterial infections.
This can also damage the compressor of your air conditioning unit. If the compressor stops working, you’ll have to replace your entire unit or get a new one.
Maintaining Your Air Conditioner
The good news is that you can avoid getting sick and still use your air conditioner.
By cleaning the filters thoroughly and getting regular maintenance checkups done by a professional, you can make the most of your air conditioner without the worry of falling sick.
This is where we come in.
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