If your AC isn't cooling, skip the call to the handyman and fix it yourself with our troubleshooting tips. We've all been there: The first summer heat wave comes to town and your air conditioner stops ...

One of the worst feelings as a homeowner with an HVAC system is when your central AC stops cooling. Take these steps to start troubleshooting the issue.

Many of us have a deep appreciation for the cooling systems in our homes, whether we realize it or not. What do we really know about the cooling side of our HVAC systems? Do we need to know more?

It keeps happening. Every summer, unprecedented heat surges through cities across the United States—in Washington, Oregon, and Idaho; in Illinois, Indiana, and Ohio; and in Maryland, Virginia, and New ...

Laboratory Technical Project Manager Gianmarco Chumbe has been part of the CNET Home team since 2018. He is in charge of developing and carrying out testing procedures for a wide variety of home ...

Editor’s Note July 28, 2025: Our best overall selection, the Frigidaire Gallery U-Shape Air Conditioner, is currently out of stock across several retailers. Availability is subject to change, but we ...

As a writer for Forbes Home since 2021, Emily specializes in writing about home warranties, solar installations, car transportation and moving companies. With a background in journalism and experience ...