Search Google or ask your electric utility for ways to lower your energy costs this summer and you'll come across one specific recommendation that stands out among the rest: Turn up your thermostat to ...

As we roll into the first day of summer and a dangerous heat wave nears, New Jersey residents may wonder how to stay cool while also keeping air conditioning costs down. Wondering if 72 degrees is the ...

Summer is here and so is a sweltering heat wave moving across the country. Here's what to know about air conditioning temperature settings and energy saving tips. The Environmental Protection Agency’s ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Kristin is a lead editor at Forbes Home and has nearly a decade of ...

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — The dog days of summer can be unbearable. It’s a time when most turn to their air conditioners for relief — but with a comfortable home typically comes a higher electricity ...

As much of the U.S. copes with stifling heat this weekend, air conditioners have been humming, aiding comfort and survival. But what's the best temperature setting during a heat wave? And what can you ...

For optimal comfort and efficiency during a heat wave, set your thermostat to the highest temperature you find comfortable, typically between 75–78°F. A consistent thermostat setting helps your AC run ...

On the first official day of summer, as the outside temperature in Phoenix climbed to a moderate 104 degrees, my partner eyed me cautiously and broached the question he knew I was dreading. “I think ...

An energy expert has revealed the best air conditioner temperature to use to cool your home without breaking the bank.

A recent Arizona Republic poll asked residents what temperature they set their air conditioning to cope with Arizona's extreme summer heat. As temperatures soar into the 110s in metro Phoenix, the ...