Many office buildings, residential homes and apartments have an air conditioning system. This could be anything from a portable unit, a wall-mounted unit or an HVAC system. Air conditioners come with ...

Air filters play an essential role in the overall air quality in your home, and help improve the efficiency of heating and cooling systems. They trap dust, pet dander, pollen, and other airborne ...

Whether your home has a room that's a notorious hotspot or you simply don't have the luxury of central HVAC, there's a good chance you've considered installing a window air conditioning unit. These ...

When it’s hot enough to need an air conditioner, installing one can be a chore, tempting you to cut corners. Please don’t. A poorly installed AC is at best noisy ...

For many, the beginning of April means the start of warm weather. So it’s not too surprising that, according to Lewis Shenker, the president of New York City–based appliance dealer Gringer and Sons, ...

Summer is just around the corner, which means longer days, more outdoor activities, and much hotter temperatures. When it comes to keeping your home cool, those of us without the glories of a central ...

Installing a window air conditioner is a sweaty job, so you might be tempted to simply open the window, boost the air conditioner into place, close the window, and hope for the best. Not a good idea, ...

Window AC units are generally more affordable and can be installed by two people in two hours. DIY-ing the job saves you an installation bill of $140 to $500, depending on the type of unit. You can ...