Why You Should Never Tent Your AC Unit
As heat waves have moved through the U.S., people are getting creative with their AC systems to save money and try and get them to run more efficiently. Tenting your…
The Best Small Fans to Keep You Cool at Your Desk
Image: Product image courtesy Amazon When you’re buying something basic, you might think all the products are the same, and just add the cheapest option to your cart. While I…
Three Ways to Get the Most Out of Your Car’s Air Conditioner
Photo: Alexandru Nika (Shutterstock) No one wants to get into their car on a really hot day and turn on their air conditioning for some relief, only to wait for…
This EvaChill Personal Air Conditioner Is on Sale for 30% Off
Image: EvaChill If hot summer days always have you running extra fans, you should try this EvaChill EV-500 personal air conditioner. During “Deal Days”—our version of Prime Day—you can get…
Whether to Turn on the A/C or Roll Down the Windows, According to Science
Rolling down the windows seems like the most eco-friendly and economical way to cool off when you’re driving. You don’t have to turn on the air conditioning, because you get…
Why You Need to Remove Your Window AC Unit for Winter (and Not Just Cover It)
Photo: Micha Weber (Shutterstock) Air conditioners are life-saving appliances. If you live in an area where the temperatures can soar into the 90s—or higher—you know how crucial it is to…
Where to Place Fans in Your Home for Maximum Cooling
Photo: DimaBerlin (Shutterstock) This is my fifth summer without an air conditioner. I’m just putting that out there right now, to solidify my bona fides as an expert on staying…
How to Tell Whether Your Window Fan Should Be Facing In or Out
Photo: Michael Warwick (Shutterstock) For many people, window fans are essential tools for keeping cool—especially if they don’t have (or are cutting back on) air conditioning. Even with access to…
How to Keep Your AC Unit Working All Summer
Photo: John Royal (Shutterstock) It might be easy to forget about your air conditioning unit when it’s not in use, but as the weather warms up, you’ll want it to…
How to Use a Smart Scale Without Obsessing Over Your Weight
Photo: Anastasiya 99 (Shutterstock) Your weight is nothing more than a number describing how strongly the force of gravity is pulling down on your body. You can happily ignore it…