Does setting the AC to 78 save energy?

• <div><p>Setting your AC unit to 78 degrees can, indeed, help you save energy. In fact, according to experts, every degree you turn the unit up could save you between 1% and 3% on your energy bills. That said, turning your unit off entirely while you’re out might actually be less efficient than keeping it on at a higher temperature. Why? The unit will need to work extra hard to cool the house back off again after all those hot hours. </p></div>

How often do you need to add Freon to an AC?

• <div><p>Good news: Your AC system doesn’t need Freon (a popular refrigerant) added regularly, if ever. Freon only needs to be added when there’s a refrigerant leak; however, it’s not uncommon for a gradual leak to occur every 5 to 15 years. Signs of a refrigerant leak include higher utility bills, increased humidity in the house, weakened AC performance, and a hissing sound from the system.</p></div>

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Reviewed in October 2025
Prompt estimate, fair price, met schedule, they even came out and fixed a funny noise months later. Best hvac service I’ve received in a half century. I’ve spent a career in facilities and construction—they are the absolute best.
AirTeK LLC
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Reviewed in October 2023
I highly recommend working with Donovan. Not only does he do great work, he also is amazing to communicate with,and he always is able to get the job done quickly. He even came to help me one evening with barely any notice when I couldn’t get my water heater working. I have had an absolutely...
DC Electrical Services
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Reviewed in December 2020
They did an outstanding job. No complaints. This is the 2nd hime I’ve lived in that ’ve had to utilize their services for new HVAC installation.
RW Heating, Air, Plumbing & Electrical Inc.
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Reviewed in August 2020
After loosing electical power during a heat wave, my AC did not cool when the power was restored. When the power came back on the AC was blowing hot air. I called Guerrero's in the morning and they came the same day and repaired the unit. Very professional and adhered to COVID-19 protocol. I...
Guerrero's Heating & Air Conditioning
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Reviewed in June 2016
Excellent service! Very professional. This is the second time Wayne has repaired my AC unit. Last year he replaced a switch or compressor on the unit. He came out within 24 hrs to get my unit up and running. Will definitely use him again.
ColemanAir, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2013
Have used Matthews Heating and Air Conditioning for over 12 years. Always professional, friendly, neat, fair and prompt.
Matthews Heating & Air Conditioning Svc
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Reviewed in April 2013
We have been their customer for about 13 years now. They do all of our heating, air, and plumbing services. We feel like they are very honest. If something ever goes wrong after a repair, they come out immediately to repair the issue.
Mitch Wright Plumbing Heating & Air
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Reviewed in May 2012
I like them because every time I've called, they've come right away. Once they came out on Sunday night when my air conditioner was out. When I called them they came right away because I don't want to be hot. They are very good about coming right away. They are very friendly and I think they...
QUALITY HEATING & AIR & ELEC
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Reviewed in June 2011
I now have a great old air-conditioned car. The car starts everytime. No more being stranded away from home.
BENNIE'S AUTO REPAIR
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Reviewed in February 2011
Hard working young man who was working under adverse weather conditions. I paid in cash and he is so honest that in counting out the money, I overpaid and he returned the overpayment. Very pleased with the end results of the yard cleanup.
Brummett Lawn Service
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Slogan: Half the price and twice as nice! Allen Brown Electrical, Heating, Air and Plumbing specializes in full air conditioning service in Southaven, MS and the surrounding area - Horn Lake MS, 38637 ; Lynchburg MS, 38680 ; Hernando MS, 38632 ; Olive Branch MS, 38654. We will guide and recommend the business services such as household general plumbing, electrical service,water heater repair services, air conditioning service and repair.

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Heating and Air Conditioning questions, answered by experts

An air conditioner’s watt usage depends on multiple factors, including the type of AC unit, its size, and how often you use it. With that said, most central air conditioners consume between 3,000 and 3,500 watts. Meanwhile, window AC units use 900 to 1,400 watts, and portable air conditioners consume 2,900 to 4,100 watts.

Your air conditioner can temporarily run with a dirty filter, but it won’t work as efficiently. It will need to work harder to blow cool air throughout the room or house, and this can eventually cause the air conditioner to overheat or die prematurely. It’s much more cost-effective to clean or replace filters than to pay higher utility bills each month and replace the entire AC unit more often.

Setting your AC unit to 78 degrees can, indeed, help you save energy. In fact, according to experts, every degree you turn the unit up could save you between 1% and 3% on your energy bills. That said, turning your unit off entirely while you’re out might actually be less efficient than keeping it on at a higher temperature. Why? The unit will need to work extra hard to cool the house back off again after all those hot hours.

The simplest indicator is how long it’s been since your last tune-up. You should schedule an annual AC tune-up each spring. Beyond that, there are multiple signs that your AC needs a quick check by a professional. These issues include higher-than-average energy bills, decreased air flow from vents, higher indoor temperatures, and an air conditioning unit that stays on all the time or frequently turns on and off.

Good news: Your AC system doesn’t need Freon (a popular refrigerant) added regularly, if ever. Freon only needs to be added when there’s a refrigerant leak; however, it’s not uncommon for a gradual leak to occur every 5 to 15 years. Signs of a refrigerant leak include higher utility bills, increased humidity in the house, weakened AC performance, and a hissing sound from the system.

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