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If you’re shopping for a portable air conditioner, one of the first decisions you’ll face is whether to choose a dual-hose vs single-hose portable AC. At first glance, these two types might look ...

No matter where you live, at some point in the summer, you'll probably want air conditioning. You have three options for cooling your home -- central air conditioning, window air conditioners and ...

It’s that time of year again that’s filled with lounging under sunny skies, sipping ice-cold drinks, and firing up the grill. However, although summer is an excellent time for spending time outdoors ...

Millions of Americans are still working from home, sometimes in attics, basements, and other nooks and crannies that serve as offices. And often these out-of-the-way spaces don’t benefit from the air ...

I have years of experience testing top home and kitchen products. We've sent this story to your inbox. Portable air conditioners are worth buying in many situations. Many models are now designed for ...

If you hate summer or just run hot year-round, a window air conditioner installed 365 days a year may be the perfect solution. But if you live in a small space and want access to your window ...

Portable ACs have specific quirks to consider. Here's what I learned about buying and installing a mobile air conditioner. John Carlsen has more than a decade of experience testing and reviewing home ...

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