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 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 ...

Ginny Bartolone began writing DIY and home improvement guides nearly 10 years ago, covering everything from energy-efficient appliances to cracked foundations. Whether she's compiling cost information ...

Replacing or buying a new central air conditioning system can be a huge expense, so you’ll want to get it right. To peg down systems that are likely to last, we measure and track the reliability of ...

Timothy has written about personal finance, including detailed home renovation and repair cost guides, since 2017. His work covers everything from plumbing and roofing to solar and pest control. Find ...