As temperatures climb, the hum of the air conditioner becomes a familiar soundtrack in homes across the country. But how many of us are truly using our AC units effectively? Many people intuitively ...

Is your office freezing? Do you need to keep cool to stay healthy? Should you set your thermostat based on recommendations from your utility? If you're lucky enough to have air conditioning, there are ...

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 ...

It can be a shock getting that first electric bill after you've turned on the AC for the season. But with the recent temperatures, it's working hard to cool your home. Where should you set your AC to ...

The Union Ministry of Power has said it is mulling restricting the temperature range of new air conditioners (ACs) in the country to between 20 degrees and 28 degrees Celsius. In a press conference on ...

Don't spend the winter shivering. Set your thermostat to the right temperature to stay comfortable and save money all season long. Mike De Socio Contributor Mike De Socio is a CNET contributor who ...

As a dangerous heat wave blankets New Jersey, residents may wonder how to stay cool while also keeping air conditioning costs down. Wondering if 72 degrees is the best air conditioning temperature to ...

The air conditioner should never be set lower than 70 degrees Fahrenheit. Increase the temperature by about 7 degrees when you aren't home to save money. Excessive and ongoing use of the air ...