Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A reliable air conditioner is a must-have on hot summer days. Simpler and (much!) cheaper to install than an HVAC system, a window ...

Millions of Americans are under heat warnings this summer, and window air conditioners are working overtime. You know how it is: You come home from a long, hot day, and all you want to do is bask in ...

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With the hotter months quickly approaching, the heat might be on to find the right air conditioner to keep your home feeling cool. But ACs can also be costly — many of the models we’ve previously ...

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 ...

Expert DIYer April Wilkerson installs a window AC unit to effectively cool a working shop space during hot weather.