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A functioning air conditioning system at home is a must-have for many people across the U.S. Even if summers are relatively short, the relief of a cool home can make the hottest days less of a ...

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AC units pull a lot of power to kick on the motor. It’s possible that the initial power surge tripped the breaker or blew a fuse. If this is the problem homeowners may also notice that the AC unit fan ...

Heat waves continue to grip both the U.S. and the world. Now, many people are looking for the best ways to stay cool without breaking the bank. One VERIFY viewer sent us a question about adding a ...

Has your central air conditioner suddenly stopped blowing cool air? That’s an inconvenience when summer arrives, a disaster when the dog days set in and temperatures soar, and during a heat wave, it ...

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 ...

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Q: Help! We’ve just had our first heatwave and we want to cool the house—but our central AC is not blowing cold air. I’ve turned the thermostat on and off, but it’s still not cooling the house. Is ...