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LG LT1016CER thru wall air conditioner installed close to ground in living space

Best thru wall air conditioners: space-saving solutions for efficient cooling, reduced noise levels, and improved air quality

By Caroline Preece last updated 14 February 25

Buying Guide The best through-wall air conditioners efficiently cool spaces, minimize noise, enhance air quality, and save space year-round.

Best central air conditioning units: top picks for a cooler home all year round

By Cynthia Lawrence last updated 22 July 24

Buying Guide We compare the best central air conditioning units for the home, from American Standard, Carrier, Goodman, and more.

Best portable air conditioners: Stay cool anywhere you need

By Luke Edwards last updated 12 July 23

Buying Guide Pick from the best portable air conditioners to make this summer special - and far less sweaty.

Best window air conditioners: top picks for power, running costs, and smart features

By Luke Edwards last updated 12 April 23

BUYING GUIDE We've rated the best window air conditioners for power, running costs, and smart features.

Best tower fans

By Becks Shepherd last updated 30 March 23

BUYING GUIDE The best tower fans to cool your home this summer, with top-rated fans from Dyson, Honeywell and others.

Best portable swamp coolers: our top picks including evaporative coolers for smaller spaces

By Stevie Keen published 19 January 23

Buying Guide Here are your home's best portable swamp coolers, including evaporative coolers for smaller spaces.

Air conditioner in green living room with orange sofa

Why is my air conditioner leaking water?

By Amy Cutmore published 12 August 22

Advice Hear or see a drip, drip, drip? Understand why your AC is leaking water and what to do about it.

10 ways to improve air quality at home

By Katie Treharne published 9 September 21

Advice Here are our top 10 ways to improve air quality at home.

Frigidaire Gallery FGPC1244T1 Review

By John Carlsen last updated 8 July 21

Most portable air conditioners have tradeoffs, the most common being sacrificing energy efficiency for better cooling performance. This isn't the case with the Frigidaire Gallery FGPC1244T1.

Tower fan vs. window air conditioner: Which is more cost efficient?

By Molly Cleary published 25 June 21

FEATURE How to decide between a tower fan vs window air conditioner to keep your home cooler this summer.

How to clean your air conditioner

By Stevie Keen published 3 November 20

How to Here’s how to clean your air conditioner to keep it in great condition and to improve your indoor air quality.

How to keep your indoor air pollution levels low, according to experts

How to reduce indoor air pollution and increase your indoor air quality, according to experts

By Millie Fender published 27 August 20

HOW TO Indoor air pollution is a big problem. Here’s how to improve the quality of your indoor air.

Seven reasons to buy a humidifier

By Angie Parkinson, Millie Fender last updated 26 August 20

FEATURE Do humidifiers work, and how? Here's why you should consider owning a humidifier.

What is an ozone generator?

By Millie Fender published 15 July 20

There is much confusion about the difference between air purifiers and ozone generators - here's what you need to know.

Keep your cool: How to get the best airflow from your tower fan

By Grant Morgan published 8 June 20

HOW TO Every tower fan can be enhanced by strategic placement. Here's to maximize air circulation this summer.

Dyson AM07 tower fan review

By Noel Case published 9 October 19

REVIEW The Dyson AM07 combines improved airflow with the safety of bladeless fan technology to keep you cool and comfortable.

Vornado Tower 184 circulator tower fan review

By Noel Case published 10 September 19

REVIEW The Vornado Tower 184 is one of the best tower fans to give you a constant breeze in a midsize or large room.

Seville Classics UltraSlimline tower fan review

By Noel Case published 18 July 19

REVIEW The Seville Classics UltraSlimline is a highly functional and affordable 40-inch tower fan.

Holmes HT38RB-U tower fan review

By Noel Case published 9 July 19

REVIEW The Holmes HT38RB-U is slimmer and shorter than most tower fans in our lineup, but it can still cool a small or midsize room efficiently.

Frigidaire 24 inch Through The Wall Air Conditioner installed high up the wall in living space

How to survive a heatwave

By Richard James published 26 June 19

How To Essential tips and advice on how to survive this summer’s heatwave that's gripping the south and spreading north.