To prevent drips from a jar from getting onto a table or refrigerator shelf, especially if it is filled with coloured or sweetened drinks, just wrap paper towels around the jar and secure them with rubber bands. The paper towel will absorb the drips. This method can also be used for cooking oil bottles. The paper towel will absorb any oil drip, hence keep the shelf clean.

- Choose the correct unit size for your household need.

- If cooling more than one room, install split unit as it is more energy efficient than window models.

- Clean the air filters regularly. A dirty filter blocks the flow of air and causes the compressor to run longer.

- When using air conditioning, close the windows and door to keep the cool air within the room.

- Set the temperature above 25 degree. The lower the temperature, the higher the consumption.

- Invest in an energy efficient model. The higher initial cost will be repaid with lower monthly operating cost.