When the temperatures outside begin to rise, it can get uncomfortable in a hurry. Diving into a pool or sitting in the shade can help you escape the heat outdoors, but you will likely also need an air ...

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Choosing an air conditioner sounds like it should be easy, but when you start researching different types of units, along with their various specs and installation methods, it can spiral into an ...

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Depending on where you live, air conditioning may be essential, a small luxury or rarely necessary — and this affects the type of system you need and the expected costs of replacement. It’s important ...

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Based on Consumer Reports’ testing of portable air conditioners, they should be seen as a last resort for cooling a home when fans aren’t enough or other types of air conditioners aren’t an option.