With that, I had to find an air conditioning unit stat. Given that the space was so small, and I didn’t want anothe ...

We got our hands on multiple units and looked for models that are quiet, energy-efficient, and easy to install.

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 ...

This saddle-style air conditioner preserved my window view and cooled a 300-square-foot bedroom quickly.

Window AC units cool faster, use less energy, and are more cost-effective for long-term use. Portable AC units offer flexibility and are ideal for renters or spaces with incompatible windows. Choosing ...

As is the case for many people, my home cannot be retrofitted with central air. My 100-plus-year-old Brooklyn apartment, which features prominently in my seven years of air quality reporting for WIRED ...

If you live in a house without central air conditioning, summers can be absolutely brutal. Chances are, you’ve considered getting a window AC unit. But diving into the world of window units can be ...

Last year, when I bought two Midea U window air conditioners, I didn’t know that I had just made the biggest quality-of-life improvement purchase ever. I was replacing dinky, underpowered window units ...

If you live in a space without central air conditioning, investing in an AC unit can be key to keeping you cool throughout the warmer months. Your choice will typically come down to two unit types: a ...