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 ...

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. When North Carolina temps are ...

Q: We’ve been in a heatwave, so we’ve had the AC on. When I went outside earlier, I noticed that the outside AC unit wasn’t running. Why is my outside AC unit not turning on? A: During the hot summer ...

As winter approaches and temperatures take a turn, renters and homeowners alike wonder whether to remove or keep their window air conditioning (AC) units installed. While leaving your AC unit in place ...

We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn More › A: It’s the last thing you want on a sweltering summer’s day: a central air conditioner ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Cassidy was an updates editor whose main responsibility is to write and edit ...

Nothing feels quite like the sweet relief of turning on your AC on the first hot day of the year. In addition to having a decade of experience covering heating and cooling appliances, I'm also someone ...