If your AC isn't cooling, skip the call to the handyman and fix it yourself with our troubleshooting tips. We've all been there: The first summer heat wave comes to town and your air conditioner stops ...

Check simple issues first like thermostat settings, dirty filters, or blocked vents. Look for leaks, blown capacitors, or electrical problems. Call an HVAC pro for anything complex or needing special ...

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 ...

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 ...

A new U.S. study reveals who has reliable air conditioning and who doesn’t, exposing deep inequalities in how people ...