SPACE MATTERS: “Usually, a unit in a conditioned space is optimal,” said Mike Antonucci, manager of Advanced-Air in Fort Myers, Florida. “If it is in an attic or garage, it has to work harder, and it ...

PHILADELPHIA (CBS)-- Have the recent warm temperatures led you to turn on your AC? Well, before the hot air is hear to stay, it's a good idea to make sure your unit is ready to beat the heat this ...

Air conditioners require regular maintenance and annual deep cleaning to ensure they’re in good working order, which will improve the comfort level of your home and keep energy costs down. Routine ...

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HOUSTON — As we sweat our way toward the official start of summer, here's a warning to not push your air conditioning unit to its breaking point. Between supply shortages and skyrocketing prices, it ...

DALLAS — In comes the Texas heat, and out goes the warm air from our homes -- at least, we hope. An air conditioner's filters, coils and fins require maintenance for the unit to function effectively ...