Guests running AC 24/7

[Fabiana310]

I reviewed the community page before posting this subject and most of the post are dated.   I'm at a loss!  I have an issue with guests running the AC 24/7.

I have rules on the airbnb page (some read them, most don't), I have a sign by the door in my villa asking to conserve and turn off lights/AC when they leave.  Even during my check-in orientation I ask that they turn off the AC when they are not in the villa.  70% of the guests, ignore this, and leave the AC on all day!!!    

I'm in Costa Rica, electricity here is VERY EXPENSIVE!!  I would have to increase rates considerably for guests to leave the AC on 24/7, and that wouldn't make me competitive.  I think most airbnb's in the area just consider it a biz expense/loss.  And that may be so, but it really annoys me when guests ignore a simple request. The AC is very efficient and cools the space really quick, i mention that in the check-in orientation yet it is ignored.   

I guess I am looking for ideas/suggestions to tell guests in order for them to understand, it is not like North America where you have the central AC running 24/7.  

[Joan2709]

@Armin246 

I guess if you sent messages on Airbnb and WhatsApp and he doesn't respond, then you can try calling him?

I would just keep adjusting the temperature and/or turning the mini split OFF until he contacts you. Be sure you have noted your limitations for AC/Heat on the Listing and in House Rules.