A programmable thermostat makes it easy to keep your AC at the right temperature. You can program the unit to hold at higher temperatures while you're at work and cool down right before you get home.

Most Texans set their AC thermostat to this temperature, poll shows. Do you agree? By Isabela Ocampo Restrepo, Austin American-Statesman Updated Aug 1, 2024 5:59 a.m.

Plan your AC use: When you leave home, increase the temperature by a couple of degrees; every degree you can set it above 80 degrees will help to save you about 2-3% on your bills.

Home technology is getting smarter every day -- and that includes your AC thermostat. With so many options out there, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and unsure about whether it’s time for an ...

The best summer AC temperature? Experts have an unpopular answer. To save energy and money, experts say to set your thermostat to 78 degrees Fahrenheit when you wake up. Here's why.

For a short vacation, for a few days, set your AC to around 78 degrees to balance energy savings and home protection, according to PerformanceAC, which also prevents the home from getting too hot ...

Most Arizonans like to keep their AC at 78 degrees, according to poll results. Nearly 5,500 people, or about one-quarter of the answers, fell into this category.