Have you noticed a spike in your electric bill? It could be your AC. Check out these tips for lowering your energy use while still keeping your home cool. Alexandra Jones is a CNET contributor who ...

On a steaming, hot day, the cool breeze from an air conditioner can seem a divine gift. Many people do not question just how the cooling effect comes to be, accepting it as a benefit of modern ...

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 ...

You probably don’t spend much time thinking about the compressor in your air conditioner, at least as long as it’s pumping out cool air. But if you’re in the market for a new window AC this season, ...

A heat wave in North Carolina is in full swing. As temperatures rise, The News & Observer provides tips on how to beat the heat and answers frequently asked questions. The N&O Summer Desk is a pop-up ...

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 ...

Kristin is a lead editor at Forbes Home and has nearly a decade of professional experience as a writer and editor. She's previously worked at sites like Talking Points Memo, Insider, Delish, Angi and ...

More than nine out of 10 homes (91%) have central air or a window air conditioning, according to the U.S. Census. Experts recommend getting your AC unit serviced or tuned up ahead of summer. Simple ...

Restaurant kitchens are high-temperature environments, both literally and figuratively. Here's why kitchens usually don't ...