I use these quick, effective steps to turn my home into a cool sanctuary during heatwaves -- while saving money.

Air conditioning units can be lifesaving during a summer heat wave, but there are other tips to help keep homes cool.

Westerville residents reluctant to turn up their thermostats during the current heat wave are getting a little involuntary help.

What to Set Your Thermostat to During a Heat Wave According to energy experts and the U.S. Department of Energy, the sweet spot is 78°F (26°C) when you’re home and need cooling.

Thermostat placement plays a big role in its accuracy - and your energy costs. A few simple tweaks can make it run far more efficiently.

What temperature to set your thermostat during heat wave to save money and stay cool. Eduardo Cuevas, USA TODAY. Mon, ... installing thermostats further from areas that receive cool or heat, ...

Should you set your a/c to 78 when it's hot out? Which temperature is the safest and most cost-effective? That depends on you ...

GREENSBORO, N.C. — Add keeping cool this summer to the list of things costing more. According to new energy projections, look out for a nearly 8% percent increase across the country, or about ...

The U.S. Department of Energy says you can save as much as 10% a year on heating and cooling by adjusting your thermostat seven to 10 degrees from its normal setting for up to eight hours a day ...

Other ways to stay cool. Windows cause significant unwanted heat, according to the Federal Emergency Management Agency. Add window curtains. Check and seal air leaks around baseboards, windows ...