The Best Air-Conditioner Temperature

 A decision you have to make every year when the outside temperature rises is -What temperature should I set my air conditioner? 

According to the Department of Energy, 78° Fahrenheit is the sweet spot for air conditioners in Australia. These settings balance energy costs and comfort. But to be honest, there is no one correct answer to this question. It is never one solid digit that works everywhere for every ac unit. 


Knowing what setting works for you will take some fiddling and experimenting. You also need to prioritise whether you want to focus only on energy consumption or want a balance between a comfortable temp and the bills. Other factors that affect the temperature of your AC are -

  • the number of people 

  • amount of physical activity

  • exterior factors like humidity, amount of direct sunlight, 

  • the number of windows, and more. 


At the end of the day, the most ideal setting is the one that keeps you and your family at ease while keeping the bills efficient. 


A simple way to decrease your bills is by setting a higher temperature on the thermostat when people leave home. While some may think that it is best to turn the AC off completely but it also works if you simply increase the temperature on the thermostat by 2-7 degrees. By getting a  programmable thermostat installed and adjusting this small device, you can potentially cut almost 10% of your energy bill. Completely shutting off the device will actually cost you more cause it takes extra energy to cool the room again. 





Some more comfort-enhancing energy-efficient suggestions:

  • Close the window panes and curtains during the day to reduce heat from sunlight.

  • It is best to turn off your AC and open windows at night. It will naturally cool your home. 

  • Keep the windows shut during the day. 

  • Add weather stripes to your window and door openings to better seal in comfort and seal out the heat.

  • Avoid using heat-generating appliances such as an oven, your clothes dryer, hairdryers, etc., especially during the day.

If you need to repair your AC or get it serviced, contact Quick Air today and book a professional technician to do air conditioner service Perth or any other part of Australia. 


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