Want to save on electrician's fees for outdoor AC unit wiring? Then you must wire your new air conditioner or mini-split yourself. We talked to a master electrician to learn how to get it done ...

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Air conditioner explosions are rare but deadly. Recent incidents highlight the risks. Pressure buildup and flammable refrigerants are key causes. Faulty parts and unsafe practices contribute. A ...

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PARIS — France's latest political controversy isn't about taxes, retirement or even cuts to summer vacation. It's about air conditioning. As European summers get hotter, some say: Turn it on. Others ...

As heat waves batter Europe, the need (or not) for air-conditioning has become part of the political tug of war in France between the right and the left. By Aurelien Breeden and Josh Holder Aurelien ...

A European heat wave has reached Germany with temperatures set to soar this week. Authorities are advising people to stay cool and drink lots of water. Air conditioner sales are also exploding. DW has ...

The UK hasn’t exactly got a worldwide reputation for scorching hot summers – most people associate Britain with grey skies and rain. Because of Britain's history as a cooler climate, air conditioning ...

University of Leicester provides funding as a member of The Conversation UK. Air conditioning can feel heaven-sent on hot summer days. It keeps temperatures comfortable and controls humidity, making ...

RVs have made it easier than ever to venture into the great outdoors without sacrificing the comforts of home. In the summer, especially, home’s greatest comfort may very well be air conditioning: ...