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Should You Turn Off The A/C When You’re Not Home? What An Expert Says About Saving This Summer

Wondering if turning off your A/C while you’re away saves money? Experts break down the smartest thermostat settings, how to cut cooling costs and what Americans are doing to manage rising summer energy bills.

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Jenn Jordan

•2 days ago

Is Your Car Ready For A Summer Road Trip?

As summer temperatures climb and electricity bills follow suit, many people are asking the same question: Should I shut off the air conditioning when I’m not home to save money? Or should I blast it at cool temperatures to keep it more efficient? The answer is somewhere in the middle.

The Short Answer: It Depends

If you’re going to be gone for several hours, or even all day, turning the ther

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