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With temperatures reaching the high 90s last week, it’s been a fast start to air conditioner season. For those without central air conditioning, window AC units are probably the next best thing. While ...

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Why do window ACs actually need a window? On the surface, it feels unnecessary — after all, the unit is clearly designed to blow cold air from the front. Why can't you just set it on the floor like a ...

We looked at models that are quiet, energy-efficient, and easy to install.

It's looking like it may be a hot summer up here in Seattle, and I'd like to set up something a bit more robust with regards to cooling the house down (since last year, it got unreasonably hot, ...