Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Cassidy was an updates editor whose main responsibility is to write and edit ...

Why do window ACs actually need a window? On the surface, it feels unnecessary — after all, the unit is clearly designed to blow cold air from the front. Why can't you just set it on the floor like a ...

Air conditioners are life-saving appliances. If you live in an area where the temperatures can soar into the 90s—or higher—you know how crucial it is to have some sort of climate control in your home.

Compact heat pumps that slot into windows could be a planet-friendly way to efficiently heat and cool apartment buildings without breaking the bank, experts say.

Tom spent 20 years running his own contracting company, working as a building mechanic and operating as a carpenter. Now he creates solar, home security, moving and home warranty content content for ...

An old-style air conditioner window unit with no curtains around it. - Jupiterimages/Getty Images Window air conditioner units are great for keeping a room cool and comfortable. They aren't the most ...

Laboratory Technical Project Manager Gianmarco Chumbe has been part of the CNET Home team since 2018. He is in charge of developing and carrying out testing procedures for a wide variety of home ...

Find the right window air conditioner for your space and you’ll stay cool all summer long—and save a bundle in the process. Our editors and experts handpick every product we feature. We may earn a ...

Allow me to set the scene: It's summer, and a heatwave has caught you by surprise. You're lying in a bed of your own sweat, unable to sleep, eat, or do anything except wonder why your usually reliable ...