[Ouchi ni Pro] Survey on the Reality of Hesitating to Use Air Conditioning

## Survey Summary

About 80% of people hesitate to use air conditioning even when they feel hot.

The most common reason for hesitating to use AC is 'concern about electricity bills' (72%), followed by 'concern about body cooling' (15%).

The most common temperature range people can withstand without AC is '28–30°C,' but no one indicated they would never use AC regardless of the temperature.

With electricity prices continuing to rise, about 90% of people intend to limit AC usage depending on future electricity costs.

## Overview of the Survey on AC Usage Habits

Ouchi ni Pro conducted this unique survey to provide more useful information to those struggling with air conditioner cleaning.

- Purpose: Survey on the reality of hesitating to use AC
- Tool: CrowdWorks
- Number of Respondents: 100 (40 male, 59 female, 1 no response)
- Age Demographics: 10s: 0, 20s: 15, 30s: 34, 40s: 36, 50s: 10, 60s+: 5
- Method: Internet Research
- Period: May 2026
- Region: Japan

## Survey Results

**Do you ever hesitate to use the AC even when you feel hot?**
- Often: 25
- Sometimes: 55
- Rarely: 18
- Never: 2

**What is the biggest reason you hesitate to use the AC?**
- Concern about electricity bills: 72
- Concern about body cooling: 15
- Anxiety about health: 4
- Habit: 1
- Still bearable: 8

**At what temperature do you tolerate not using the AC?**
- Under 28°C: 23
- 28°C–30°C: 53
- 31°C–33°C: 20
- 34°C or above: 4
- Never use AC regardless: 0

**Have you ever experienced health issues after refraining from using the AC?**
- Multiple times: 22
- Only once: 18
- Never: 60

**When is the moment you give in and turn on the AC?**
- When I can't stop sweating: 26
- When it's difficult to sleep: 34
- When told to by family: 10
- When I look at the room temperature: 17
- When I feel physically unwell: 13

**Are you likely to limit AC usage based on future electricity bills?**
- Very likely: 30
- Somewhat likely: 60
- Rarely: 9
- Not at all: 1

## About Ouchi ni Pro
'Ouchi ni Pro' is a comparison and booking site for home services, allowing users to select reliable professionals with confidence. It features a wide range of services including air conditioner, water-related, and house cleaning, as well as estate liquidation. With over 4,000 registered contractors nationwide and more than 20,000 user reviews, users can efficiently find providers based on area, price, and services.