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10 Mistakes You’re Making With Your Air Conditioner That Are Spiking Your Energy Bills

By Donna Boyle Schwartz, Updated by Daryna Tobey

We Tested Over 15 Tower Fans—These Are the Ones Worth Buying This Summer

By Michelle Larson, Andreana Lefton, Tiffany Lewis, Glenda Taylor, Debbie Wolfe

The Hidden Reason Your House Feels Hotter Every Year (and How to Fix It)

By Sandi Schwartz

Amazon Drops Prices on Air Conditioners and Fans for Summer Heat—Up to 40% Off Window Units, Portable ACs, and More

By Glenda Taylor

The 5-Minute AC Maintenance Task Most Homeowners Forget

By Timothy Dale

The Best Through-the-Wall Air Conditioners of 2026

By Tony Carrick, Michelle Larson

The Best Small Window Air Conditioners of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

By Tom Scalisi, Additional research provided by Tony Carrick

This Window Trick Can Help Cool Off Your House

By Sandi Schwartz

The Best Portable Air Conditioners of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

By Paul Rankin, Stephanie Cronk, Additional research provided by Glenda Taylor, Savannah Sher

What Size Mini-Split Air Conditioner Do I Need?

By Sandi Schwartz, Updated by Paul Rankin

The Best Energy-Efficient Air Conditioners of 2026, Picks by Our Editors

By Mark Wolfe, Tony Carrick

The Best Pedestal Fans of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

By Glenda Taylor, Michelle Larson, Additional research provided by Tony Carrick

The Best Floor Fans of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

By Katie Barton, Stacey L. Nash, Erica Reagle

The Hidden Challenge of Open Floor Plans (and the Cooling Fix You Haven’t Considered)

By Sandi Schwartz

Presented By Tosot

Home Depot Drops Air Conditioners Up to 72% Off for Memorial Day—Save on Portable, Window, and Mini-Split Models

By Glenda Taylor

No Central Air? No Problem: The Easier Install to Keep Comfortable This Summer

By Tony Carrick

Presented By Turbro

Amazon Slashed a Top-Rated Dreo Fan for Spring 25% Off

By Glenda Taylor

5 Things Your HVAC Technician Wishes You Knew

By Sandi Schwartz

The Best Box Fans for Any Room in Your Home, Tested

By Katie Barton, Timothy Dale

How to Make a Fan Blow Cold Air: 3 Tricks That Actually Work

By Deirdre Mundorf

The 25 Easiest Ways to Save Energy (and Dollars) This Summer

4 Easy Places You Can Add More Insulation This Summer—Without Tearing Out a Wall

By Tony Carrick

Convinced There’s Mold in Your Window Air Conditioner? Take Your AC Apart.

By Glenda Taylor, Bob Vila

Beat the Summer Heat With One of Our Favorite Whole-House Fans

6 Reasons Your Outside AC Unit Isn’t Turning On

By Lauren Wingo

What to Do if Your Air Conditioner Is Not Cooling Your Space

By Bob Vila, Theresa Clement

What to Do if There’s Mold in Your HVAC Air Ducts

By Melissa Graham, Updated by Paul Rankin

How to Clean Air Conditioner Coils

By Theresa Clement, Bob Vila, Jason Brick

Why Is My AC Unit Buzzing Every Few Minutes?

By Stephanie Mickelson

The Best Air Conditioner Covers

Does Your AC Smell Like Gas? Here’s How to Troubleshoot the Issue Safely

By Stephanie Mickelson

This Weird AC Smell Might Be a Telltale Sign That You Have a Mold Problem

By Kaytlyn Smith

Thinking About Installing a Mini-Split? Here’s How Much It Will Cost

By Brie Greenhalgh, Catherine Hiles

Central AC Cost: A Budgeting Guide for Homeowners

By Brie Greenhalgh, Catherine Hiles

This Is the Best AC Temperature for Energy Savings, According to Experts

By Deirdre Mundorf

The 16 Best Air Conditioner Brands

By Tony Carrick, Deirdre Mundorf, Bob Beacham

Cooling Comfort: Is This Vornado Fan the Answer to Summer Swelter?

By Glenda Taylor

Heat Pump Costs: A Budgeting Guide for Installation and Replacement

By Glenda Taylor, Evelyn Auer

How Much Does HVAC Unit Replacement Cost?

By Katie Flannery, Evelyn Auer

What You Need to Know About Attic Fan Installation Cost

By Stephanie Mickelson

How to Clean a Window Air Conditioner

By Caylin Harris

How to Clean an Air Conditioner Filter in 4 Easy Steps

By Tony Carrick, Bob Vila, Amy Lynch

Solved! What Is a SEER Rating?

By Gretchen Heber, Glenda Taylor, Bob Vila

Replacing Air Conditioner Pipe Insulation for Maximum Energy Efficiency

By Donna Boyle Schwartz

Too Hot Upstairs, Too Cold Downstairs? Here’s What to Do

How To: Clean a Fan

By Manasa Reddigari, Donna Boyle Schwartz

How Long Does an Air Conditioner Last?

By Donna Boyle Schwartz

New Air Conditioning for Old Houses

6 Things to Know Before Switching to a Smart Thermostat

By Glenda Taylor

Ditch the Ducts: Choose Ductless HVAC for Savings and Comfort

By Donna Boyle Schwartz

Choose the Right AC for Your Home with This Cheat Sheet

By Glenda Taylor

Solved! What to Do When Your Air Conditioner Is Leaking Water