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 ...

Compare plans tailored to your home & budget. Newer air conditioner models have longer life spans and are more energy efficient than older models. Jump to insight There may be rebates available on new ...

The United States Consumer Protection Safety Commission announced the recall of approximately 1.7 million window air conditioners because of a risk of mold exposure. The recall involves U and U+ ...

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 ...

Summer arrived with a bang last week, with temperatures soaring all around the country, and if you’re anything like me, the first 90-degree day means pulling window air conditioners out of storage for ...

About 1.7 million window air conditioners made by Midea are being recalled due to risks of mold exposure, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Pooled water in the air conditioners ...

I don’t usually pay a lot of attention to window air conditioners. We have two central ducted heat pumps on our house, as well as a ductless unit for an addition, and I usually only write about ...

A reliable air conditioner is a must-have on hot summer days. Simpler and (much!) cheaper to install than an HVAC system, a window-mounted unit is one of the easiest and affordable ways to effectively ...

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These ACs from Frigidaire, GE, LG, and Midea can keep things cool and quiet while you sleep U-shaped air conditioners like this Midea can run quieter because they use your window to block out noise.