Mini split air conditioners are heating and cooling systems that allow users to control temperatures on a room-by-room basis.

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Hot summer days can mean high electricity bills. People want to stay comfortable without wasting energy and money. Maybe your household has fought over the best strategy for cooling your space. Which ...

A central air system can be a great addition to your home — keeping your home cool and comfortable in the summer months and you may even add value to your home. How much it costs to install central ...

Most people believe turning off their air conditioners when they’re not at home saves them money. Well, researchers from the University of Colorado Boulder put that theory to the test. The team of ...

Have you noticed a spike in your electric bill? It could be your AC. Check out these tips for lowering your energy use while still keeping your home cool. Alexandra Jones is a CNET contributor who ...

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A home warranty might save you money on HVAC repairs, but coverage and cost varies by plan. Some or all of the mortgage lenders featured on our site are advertising partners of NerdWallet, but this ...

As we experience temperature extremes more often as a result of climate change, it predictably leads to an uptick in the use of air conditioning systems. This of course results in higher energy use, ...