This advanced compressor technology allows your air conditioner to work more efficiently with few downsides Inverter air conditioners use an advanced compressor that helps the unit run quietly and ...

Inverter technology is the unsung hero of the HVAC world. Initially used primarily in high-end and ductless HVAC equipment, it is now being incorporated into a wider range of systems. Air-source heat ...

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Editor's Note: In this weekly series, LiveScience looks at scientific aspects of the summer ...

Air conditioning is the science of heat transfer and the chemistry of refrigerants. To beat the summer heat, we turn to air conditioning. But that sweet, cool relief isn’t magic: it’s the science of ...

You don't need me to tell you how hard it is to get anything done when you're sweating away in a hot, humid room. A good window air conditioner is a must in these situations. Fortunately, most of the ...

Your air conditioner probably isn’t the prettiest appliance in your home, but it is one of the most important in the summer. Whether you have a single window unit or multiple portable ones, an A/C ...

You probably don’t spend much time thinking about the compressor in your air conditioner, at least as long as it’s pumping out cool air. But if you’re in the market for a new window AC this season, ...