On average, window units last around 10 years. That means if your older window unit is acting up in any way or just not performing the way it used to, it's probably time to get a new one. If you're ...

It's hard to resist the urge to crank up the AC during a heatwave. But if you rely on a window unit to stay cool, you may notice that when temperatures soar, your AC isn't as effective as usual, and ...

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 ...

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 ...

The best window air conditioners we tested can reduce the room’s temperature by 10° F in less than 15 minutes. If your window air conditioner is on the fritz—for example, it’s struggling to produce ...

Samantha Hunter is a professional copy editor who has worked with Ms. Magazine, Spin and VH1. She has also written for MarthaStewart.com, Essence.com, Esquire.com, GoodHousekeeping.com, RealSimple.com ...

The LG Dual Inverter became the first inverter-equipped window AC available in the U.S. back in 2018, and it was far quieter and more efficient than any of its predecessors. But it wasn’t long before ...

Erin Gobler is a personal finance writer based in Madison, Wisconsin. She writes about topics including budgeting, student loans, credit, mortgages, investing and insurance. Her work has been ...

Today’s air conditioner units are smart — they can be scheduled by apps, monitor indoor air quality, and let you know when filters need to be changed. But those looking at new, room-based AC products ...