There isn't a clear superior option between window units and portable options. Choosing between the two largely depends on ...

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 ...

Around 78% of Americans are concerned about rising energy costs but staying in a cool environment shouldn't cost a worrisome amount -- especially during this heat wave. It's important to find a good, ...

While looking at our choices below, it is necessary to keep in mind that most window AC's have multiple sizes and BTUs to fit your needs and square footage. Scroll to the bottom of this article for ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Nothing hurts more than giving up, than caving. You thought you'd be able to make it through Summer ...

On a hot and humid summer day, when the heavy muggy air makes it difficult to breathe and spending any time outdoors means wearing soaking wet, sticky clothes, entering an air-conditioned building or ...

A firefighter is making his way to the rear of a two and one-half story private dwelling with fire showing from the attic window. There are reports of people trapped on the second floor. The ...

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 ...