Like any appliance, air conditioners need a little TLC to deliver optimal performance. ACs that haven’t been kept in top-notch condition tend to struggle most. We asked air conditioner pros and ...

Troubleshooting an air conditioning system often concerns refrigerant, airflow, and mechanical problems, either individually or in combination. The next series of articles will deal with many of these ...

Consumer Reports has no relationship with any advertisers on this website. Of course it’s on the hottest days that you notice your air conditioner is struggling. And it’s not always the fault of the ...

Air conditioning transformers are essential components for proper system function. They power the thermostat and regulate the current sent to it. That’s essential because a current that’s too high ...

The LG LW5024 is part of the Air Conditioners test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, Window Air Conditioners models like the LW5024 are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed ...