Ginny Bartolone began writing DIY and home improvement guides nearly 10 years ago, covering everything from energy-efficient appliances to cracked foundations. Whether she's compiling cost information ...

Adding an A/C system sounds like a job for pros only. And usually, it is. But two non-pros handled this ductless mini split air conditioner installation in a garage in one day. The installation was ...

Ductless mini-splits have become increasingly prominent in apartments or condos that were originally built without air conditioning. This is mostly due to the compactness of the unit and the ease of ...

You may have heard of ductless mini-split air conditioners or heat pumps recently. They’re one of the more recent developments in HVAC technology. But is one right for your home? Ductless mini-splits ...

The cost of installing a central air conditioning system varies widely depending on your home’s size, the type and efficiency of the unit, and whether ductwork is already in place. Some or all of the ...

Woman using a remote to control a mini-split system hung on a wall - antoniodiaz/Shutterstock If you want to add an air conditioning system to your home without ...

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 ...

Air conditioning becomes reliable solution in homes and offices during the peak summer months. Carrier is a globally recognized leader in air conditioning, and offers some of the most efficient and ...

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 ...

As the weather heats up, our thoughts turn to chilling out. If your home doesn’t have central AC, window air conditioners remain one of the least expensive ways to cool things down while keeping ...