Save $134 by being sparing with the aircon | Dollar Saver tip #61
Save: $134
Tip overview:
Use your air conditioner for a couple of hours a day less than the average Aussie and you can cut your cooling costs dramatically.
Many of us are already reaching for our air conditioners after sweating through 40-degree temperatures. We're also stressing about energy bills given the price hikes this year.
But there's a way to keep cool and keep your bills down at the same time.
According to Finder research, Australians on average run the air conditioner for 5 hours daily over summer. Using the air conditioner for a couple of hours less each day can save you a decent amount of money.
Let's assume you run your air conditioner for 3 hours a day instead of 5. You'll be able to save on average $134 over 90 days.
That's a national average. Here's how much you save depending on where you live:
QLD: $282.6
SA: $140.40
NSW: $113.40
VIC: $52.20
ACT: $55.80
NT: $253.80
WA: $97.20
TAS: $59.40
Did you know?
Almost 1 in 3 (27%) Australians rated their energy bill as one of their top 3 most stressful expenses, according to Finder's Consumer Sentiment Tracker.
Here's a look at some of the energy-saving habits Aussies will be adopting this summer:
- 53% plan to switch off the lights more
- 47% will cut back on using their air conditioner
- 36% will keep their blinds down so their home can stay cool for longer
- 16% will take cold showers
- 12% will switch energy providers
- 6% will go into the office more
