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Air Conditioning

Using your air conditioner efficiently can help reduce your energy usage. The information here will help you reduce air conditioning costs while keeping your home cool throughout the summer months.

Setting Your Thermostat for Maximum Energy Savings

Recomended settings for your air conditioner's and heater's thermostat.

Make Your Air Conditioner Work More Efficiently

Running your air conditioner this summer can put strain on your electric bill. There are ways to reduce the effort that your air conditioner puts for when cooling your home.

Home Cooling Steps

Running your air conditioner during the summer months can raise your energy bill quite significantly. Learn how to save money while air conditioning your home to a nice cool temperature.

Tips to Cut Cooling Costs

Save money on cooling costs with these tips from Deborah Fowles, About.Com's guide to financial planning.

Keeping Your Home Cool Naturally

There are natural ways that you can keep your house cooler reducing the workload of your air conditioner and saving energy in the process.

Use Your Lawn to Keep Cool

Air conditioning costs can run high during the summer months. By keeping a well maintianed lawn, you can actually save money on your energy bill.

Saving Money on Air Conditioning

Stay at Home Parents Guide Barbara Whiting shares a readers tips for saving money on air conditioning.

Saving With Ceiling Fans

Ceiling fans offer an inexpensive, and quick, way for homeowners to cut back on their air conditioning costs. This article explains what to look for, and how to install your ceiling fan so you can start saving on energy costs right now.

Buying a New Air Conditioner

Time for a new air conditioner? The US Department of Energy gives you tips on what to look for so you can buy the most energy efficient air conditioner possible.

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