BOSTON (CBS) - As homes and businesses try to find ways to save money while keeping cool during the summer heat, there's always a debate about what temperature to set the air conditioner. For comfort, ...

The wrong setting or temperature on your thermostat can result in higher energy bills and wear your air conditioner down prematurely. To help you determine what may be causing high bills and frequent ...

June 27, 2014 Add as a preferred source on Google Add as a preferred source on Google Cooling (and heating) your home is one of the most costly portions of your energy bill. The Family Handyman has a ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. With summer getting into full swing, temperatures are rising this week in New England. Now, the first heat wave has arrived in the ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. It's about to get hot. Like really, really hot. And as the temperatures rise this week, that means air conditioners will be taxed ...

Between the year's first heat wave and the beginning of summer, Delaware residents are left wondering what the best setting for the air condition is for their home. While you want to remain ...

It's going to hot this summer in Rhode Island. Long-term forecasts are all predicting a "scorching" summer in the Ocean State. While that's good news for beach lovers, it does beg the question, what's ...

If your AC struggles during peak summer, small changes in maintenance and usage make a noticeable difference in performance, ...

The best temperature to set your air conditioner at can depend on several factors, including comfort preferences, energy efficiency, and cost savings. Here are some general guidelines as summer ...

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 ...

With summer getting into full swing, temperatures are rising this week in New England. Now, the first heat wave has arrived in the northeast, causing many homes to crank their air conditioners.