Installing a window air conditioner is typically a straightforward DIY process that can quickly transform a muggy room into a much more comfortable space. If you have any questions about your specific ...

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Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? A window air conditioner is a practical and cost-effective way to control your indoor ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. A window air conditioner can be a lifesaver in a heatwave, but how do you install one in a horizontal sliding window? Most window air ...

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As the weather heats up, our thoughts turn to chilling out. If your home doesn’t have central AC, window air conditioners remain one of the least expensive ways to cool things down while keeping ...

The days are getting warmer, and if you're already thinking about ways to stay cool, now is the perfect time to get your window air conditioner summer-ready. Prepping it before the real heat kicks in ...

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As is the case for many people, my home cannot be retrofitted with central air. My 100-plus-year-old Brooklyn apartment, which features prominently in my seven years of air quality reporting for WIRED ...

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 ...