However, if no one is home for a long stretch of time – like a typical 8-hour workday – you should turn the heat off, or set ...

Use fans to help circulate air, though don’t use them as a sole cooling device. This can give a false sense of comfort with air flow that’s still hot or humid, since it won’t reduce body temperature ...

However, if no one is home for a long stretch of time – like a typical 8-hour workday – you should turn the heat off, or set it to a low temperature, to save money, experts advise.

When summer heats up, it’s tempting to turn down the AC as low as possible. But setting the AC too cool spikes your energy bill, while having it too high can make your home too uncomfortable.

Here's a look at expert tips on how to stay cool and when to run your air conditioner in Michigan this summer.