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Airflow problems can reduce an air conditioner's efficiency by up to how much?

Up to 15 percent.

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  1. About 1 percent
  2. Up to 15 percent ✔
  3. Up to 80 percent

Why: ENERGY STAR says airflow problems can cut a system's efficiency by up to 15 percent. Cleaning and adjusting blower components helps provide proper airflow and comfort.

Huh, didn't know that: Too much or too little refrigerant also makes a system less efficient and shortens its life.

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Answer: Up to 15 percent. ENERGY STAR says airflow problems can cut a system's efficiency by up to 15 percent. Cleaning and adjusting blower components helps provide proper airflow and comfort.

  1. ENERGY STAR: Maintenance Checklist www.energystar.gov/saveathome/heating-cooling/maintenance-checklist
    Airflow problems can reduce your system's efficiency by up to 15 percent.
    Checked 2026-10-10.

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