CORRECT DIAGNOSIS: By understanding the causes behind air-side and refrigerant problems, technicians will be better equippied to quickly diagnose issues in an air conditioning system. September 9, ...

This is the final article in a series covering inefficient compressors, noncondensibles in the system, low and high condenser entering air temperatures, and different metering devices as they apply to ...

Of course it’s on the hottest days that you notice your air conditioner is struggling. And it’s not always the fault of the equipment. A poorly maintained system can perform poorly, failing to keep ...

It’s 90 degrees outside. You get in your car and turn the air conditioner on, and only warm air blows out of the vents. You've got issues, but don't fret. There are a few basic things to check first.

Kristin is a lead editor at Forbes Home and has nearly a decade of professional experience as a writer and editor. She's previously worked at sites like Talking Points Memo, Insider, Delish, Angi and ...

It’s a phenomenon that starts inside the compressor after refrigerant breaks down. Since refrigerant acts as a working fluid much like how motor oil is the fluid, which provides lubrication to protect ...