When the mercury rises and the air stays hot and humid even after the sun goes down, you’ll need to find a way to stay cool. Many older homes don’t have whole-house air conditioning systems, which ...

Size matters when you’re buying a window air conditioner. An air conditioner that’s too small will struggle to keep a room at a comfortable temperature. A model that’s too big will cool a room too ...

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, ...

Like clothing, an air conditioner must be the proper fit for it to be of value. If you buy one that’s too small or too large, you won’t be happy — or comfortable. This article runs through the ...

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 ...