How to lower your air conditioning bill, according to experts

NBC Selected independently determines what we cover and recommend. When you click on or buy through our links, we earn a commission. Learn more.HomeHow to lower your air conditioning bill and still keep your home coolYou don’t have to sweat just to reduce your energy bill.July 17, 2026, 1:50 PM EDTBethany HeitmanCommerce EditorSkip to table of contentsAccording to experts, minor home improvements can lower your air conditioning bill and keep your house cooler.Getty ImagesIn this articleHow to lower your air conditioning billHighly rated energy-saving air conditionersOther ways to keep your home cool while using less air conditioningMeet our cooling expertsWhy trust NBC Selected?See 2 MoreWe don’t always have the answers, but we have some people on speed dial who do — which is why we present to you our series FYI where we have experts explain if lip balm is actually bad, how often should you wash your hair and more. There’s nothing quite like walking through the door on a brutal summer day and feeling that first blast of cold, air-conditioned bliss. What’s a lot less blissful? Opening your electric bill a few weeks later only to find that that heat relief has cost you hundreds of dollars. The good news, according to experts, is that you don’t have to pick a side in the sweat versus spend showdown.“I have found that lowering your air conditioning bill involves a combination of behavioral changes and potential home improvements,” says Lisa Purvins, vice president of Pro-Tech Heating and Cooling. “Making small adjustments to your daily routine and optimizing your home’s efficiency can significantly reduce energy consumption.”Translation: A few small tweaks — some free, some one-time investments — can add up to real savings without turning your home into a sauna. I asked cooling experts to share their favorite tips for keeping your house comfortable all summer long without getting an eye-watering bill.How to lower your air conditioning bill With temperatures reaching 100...