Most central air conditioners have two basic parts: an outdoor unit (compressor/condenser) that sits next to your home and an indoor unit (evaporator) that’s ...

Instead of a full cover, experts recommend simple winter prep—clean the unit, clear debris, and use a top-only cover if needed. Cold air has arrived, and you might think it’s time to put the air ...

DALLAS — In comes the Texas heat, and out goes the warm air from our homes -- at least, we hope. An air conditioner's filters, coils and fins require maintenance for the unit to function effectively ...

It's hot. Like, really hot. Learn how to clean a window AC unit, and you can stay cool all summer long. Millions of Americans are under heat warnings this summer, and window air conditioners are ...

Southern states are about to be blasted by triple-digit temperatures, and for those living in these states, it's important to stay hydrated and cool. Make sure your AC won't fail you in this pivotal ...

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Arizona summers are scorching, making air conditioning not only nice, but necessary. Like any other appliance, these units can break down. Air conditioning shops around the Valley are getting hundreds ...