If your central air conditioning condenser problem is that the compressor and condenser fan won’t run, first check the thermostat and be sure it’s turned on to cool, and that the temperature setting ...

Dear Ken: I've heard that shielding your central air conditioner compressor from the sun is a good idea. Do you agree? I do. The purpose of the compressor is to condense the refrigerant gas - what we ...

We did a piece on possible reasons why your window air conditioner isn't cooling, now it's time for central air conditioners. When your AC runs but the house stays hot, the first thing to check is ...

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New solid-state air conditioners could change the way homes, apartments and office buildings are cooled, eliminating the need for bulky compressor-type air conditioners and help meet the rising demand ...

This summer is on track to be hotter than usual across America, according to the Climate Prediction Center of the National Weather Service. So you'll want to make sure you can keep it cool, especially ...

If you're in the market to replace your air-conditioning system, don't sweat it. Consumer Reports tested central-air systems to see which hold up best and has recommendations on how to keep them in ...

With temperatures rising, one thing's for certain: your utility bill will, too. Now's a good time, before the thermometer hits triple digits, to assess your cooling needs for the summer. At the very ...