Let’s Set the Record Straight. Hey there, Mill Creek family! July is bringing the heat, and while you're out soaking up the sunshine (or hunkering down in the A\/C), it's the perfect time to clear up some common summer maintenance myths that just won’t quit. Some are harmless, others can cost you, and a few might even be dangerous. Let’s break it all down with facts, not fiction.<\/p>\n
MYTH #1: “If I set the thermostat super low, my home will cool faster.”<\/p>\n
Busted: Sorry, but your A\/C isn’t a race car. It cools at a steady pace, no matter the number on the dial. Setting it to 60° won’t cool things faster—it’ll just make it work harder and longer, running up your energy bill. Keep it smart and steady at 72–75° for cool, comfortable living.<\/p>\n
MYTH #2: “Leaving the bathroom or kitchen exhaust fan running is no big deal.”<\/p>\n
Busted: Actually, it can be a big deal. Exhaust fans are designed for short bursts—not all-day duty. Letting them run constantly can overheat the motor and, in worst cases, create a fire hazard. Use them when needed, then flip them off.<\/p>\n
MYTH #3: “Garbage disposals can handle anything.”<\/p>\n
Busted: As much as we’d love that to be true, it’s not. Avoid putting coffee grounds, grease, eggshells, pasta, and stringy vegetables (like celery or corn husks) down the drain. They’re disposal cloggers-in-disguise. When in doubt, toss it in the trash.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Let’s Set the Record Straight. Hey there, Mill Creek family! July is bringing the heat, and while you're out soaking up the sunshine (or hunkering down in the A\/C), it's the perfect time to clear up some common summer maintenance myths that just won’t quit. Some are harmless, others can cost you, and a few might… <\/p>\n