If you live in a house without central air conditioning, summers can be absolutely brutal. Chances are, you’ve considered getting a window AC unit. But diving into the world of window units can be ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Cassidy was an updates editor whose main responsibility is to write and edit ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Once you have chosen the right sized window AC for your space, you will need to keep it in good shape, and one of the most important ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. A questionable smell, an odd noise, or just the feeling that your window AC unit isn't keeping the space as cool as it used to can set off the ...

With summer in full swing, scorching hot days have become the norm—which means your air conditioner has been working overtime. Of course, for some air conditioning systems (like central AC), it's best ...

On average, window units last around 10 years. That means if your older window unit is acting up in any way or just not performing the way it used to, it's probably time to get a new one. If you're ...

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 ...

Why do window ACs actually need a window? On the surface, it feels unnecessary — after all, the unit is clearly designed to blow cold air from the front. Why can't you just set it on the floor like a ...

If you don’t have central air and are in the market for an air conditioner, you’ve probably been debating which style would work best for your home or apartment. While both portable and window air ...

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 ...

Cleaning your unit from coil to filter will save you money and keep you cool. Plus, we've got some AC maintenance tips. When summer is in full swing, scorching hot days become the norm. That means ...