Samantha Hunter is a professional copy editor who has worked with Ms. Magazine, Spin and VH1. She has also written for MarthaStewart.com, Essence.com, Esquire.com, GoodHousekeeping.com, RealSimple.com ...

With San Diego’s “Time-of-Use” (TOU) pricing from SDGE, when you run your AC is just as important as how often you run it. A major part of modern AC maintenance involves optimizing your thermostat. If ...

Ideally, your air conditioner will last at least as long as the expected lifespan of 15 to 20 years — and maybe longer. However, no matter how carefully you maintain and care for the cooling system, ...

Timothy has written about personal finance, including detailed home renovation and repair cost guides, since 2017. His work covers everything from plumbing and roofing to solar and pest control. Find ...

AC maintenance steps like changing filters and basic cleaning can make a big difference when every degree counts. Changing the air filter in your AC can make a big difference. Every year when I pull ...

POSSIBLE. STICK WITH WDSU FOR UPDATES. ALL RIGHT. GET YOUR AIR CONDITIONING UNIT CHECKED. THAT’S THE MESSAGE FROM EXPERTS AS WE BRACE FOR ANOTHER HOT WEEKEND. THIS IS A TIME TO MAKE SURE YOU’RE UP TO ...