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Compare plans tailored to your home & budget. Newer air conditioner models have longer life spans and are more energy efficient than older models. Jump to insight There may be rebates available on new ...

Like any appliance, air conditioners need a little TLC to deliver optimal performance. ACs that haven’t been kept in top-notch condition tend to struggle most. We asked air conditioner pros and ...

People are surprised when water starts pouring out of their air conditioning system. It’s the last thing they expect to see. Where is all that water coming from and what you can do about that? Both ...

I have a ducted rooftop HVAC unit. The heating cycle has never seemed to work since I’ve owned the place and that doesn’t matter but the AC was in working order when I leased out the space in the fall ...

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 ...

We did a piece on possible reasons why your window air conditioner isn't cooling, now it's time for central air conditioners. When your AC runs but the house stays hot, the first thing to check is ...

PROBLEM. AND WHILE THERE ARE MANY OPINIONS ON HOW LONG THE PRESIDENT’S TARIFFS POLICIES MAY LAST, THE WEATHER ISN’T WAITING FOR THINGS TO COOL DOWN. AND IF YOUR AC UNIT IS ACTING UP, FOR EXAMPLE, THE ...

Homeowners insurance only covers damage to an air-conditioning unit as a result of a covered peril (hazard) listed in your policy. Depending on the type of unit, AC is either part of your home's ...