When my AC suddenly stopped blowing cold air, I assumed the worst -- a major repair or a total breakdown. Turns out, the problem was way simpler: a dirty filter. I didn't realize how quickly dust, pet ...

RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — Staying inside is the best way to beat the sweltering heat according to the Wake County EMS, but the extra demand on AC units could lead to break downs when you need it the most ...

Use strategic methods to cool the house faster and reduce the AC’s workload. The hotter your home, the harder the AC works. Reduce heat buildup to cool the home faster. Cleaning coils and filling the ...

Joel Cunningham is Lifehacker’s Deputy Editor. He has 15 years of experience as a writer and editor. Previously, he was managing editor of content marketing for Barnes & Noble, where he founded the ...

A heat wave in North Carolina is in full swing. As temperatures rise, The News & Observer provides tips on how to beat the heat and answers frequently asked questions. The N&O Summer Desk is a pop-up ...

With warmer weather comes swimming in the pool, eating ice cream, and basking in the hot sun. But all that outdoor fun also brings the responsibility of ensuring your air conditioning is operating ...