Q: My room temperatures don’t stay very even and my old central air conditioner is getting noisier each year. What types of ...

Choosing a central air conditioner can be stressful for many homeowners. While many products are on the market, the key to ...

Central air units are getting smarter, though, and accordingly more efficient. Programmable thermostats can make up for forgetful central A/C users by shutting the unit off when no one is home.

If your house has forced-air heat and a contractor can use the existing ducts, you'll probably pay about $6,000 to $10,000 for your system. If the ducts are leaky, however, you could lose 25 ...

Central air conditioning A true central air conditioning system uses ducts to distribute cooled air throughout the house. In a “split system,” the most common design, refrigerant circulates ...

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According to a Consumer Reports' survey, the best setting your central air conditioning is around 71° F, but that's far below the optimum level, experts say.

How much it costs to install central air is dependent on a host of factors, including the air conditioning type you invest in, its energy efficiency rating, and the size of your home.. Here’s a ...