As New Yorkers prepare for the dog days of summer, many consumers will be looking to beat the heat by purchasing fans and air conditioners.
Air conditioners use more electricity than any other home appliance during the summer months.
Residents of larger homes with multiple air conditioners, or consumers who keep their air conditioners on around the clock could pay twice or even three times as much. To help consumers get the best value from their cooling appliances, Commissioner Polonetsky offered the following tips. If you have an outdated air conditioner, you could be throwing money out the window. The higher the EER, the more efficient the unit. By checking the EnergyGuide labels attached to the air conditioners, consumers can compare the EER of different models.