When choosing a window air conditioner, don't assume that buying the most powerful model is the best choice. An air conditioner that is too powerful for the room will not remove enough humidity, ...

Use our guide to research the best air conditioner brand for you. We explain what to consider when shopping for an air conditioner, including the size of your home, the frequency of use, where you ...

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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.

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Humming air conditioners are the soundtrack to summer in the U.S., given that almost 90% of households use them for cooling. Even though air conditioning is everywhere, however, many people still have ...

If you've finally broken down and decided to beat the sweltering heat with an air conditioner, Consumer Reports has a fantastic calculator for figuring out exactly how much A/C you need. Based on your ...