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Answering 11 Frequently Asked Questions About Portable Ice Makers

Sometimes we need more ice than our standard freezers can produce. It feels frustrating when you run out of ice while you have guests over on those hot summer days. Then, you have to walk or drive to

12 Most Common Types of Mold in a Home & How To Remove Them

Many people think that mold occurs in older houses, but that's not really true. House of any age can create a mold problem as the source of mold spores is not age-dependent. While mold isn't harmful

How to Install a Portable Air Conditioner Correctly (with No Leaks!)

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Most portable air conditioners are easy to install. As long as you have all the components, you can do it yourself in 10-30 minutes. This guide is a step by step overview of how to install a portable

How to Select the Best Portable Air Conditioner For Your Room

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Need a portable air conditioner for your home? You've come to the right place! If you've been shopping for a portable AC recently, then you know there are a LOT of choices on the market - from

Portable Air Conditioners vs. Evaporative Coolers – What’s the Difference?

By Tom Hanson
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Portable air conditioners and evaporative coolers are popular options to provide room-specific cooling to a home - whether the home already has central air conditioning or not. But how are they different? While

Why Buy a Portable Air Conditioner?

When it comes to portable air conditioners, there are plenty of reasons to buy one, depending on your own needs and situation. Reasons To Buy a Portable AC Rooms That Need More

Choosing the Best Portable AC For Your Needs

By Tom Hanson
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When it comes to the world of portable air conditioners, you have plenty to choose from. While the concept of a portable air conditioner might seem rather simple, the truth is that they can all differ

Common Portable Air Conditioning Mistakes To Avoid

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Portable air conditioners are awesome when used correctly, but people often find ways to misuse them, leading to higher-than-necessary utility bills, equipment failure and even an uncomfortable cooling

Best Portable Air Conditioner Buying Guide: The Factors That Matter Most

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Although it may seem like a simple device, portable air conditioners have numerous factors and characteristics that differentiate themselves from others. Features That Matter Most BTU Ventilation Noise Drainage Extra

Find Allergy Relief with Portable Air Conditioners

If you suffer from allergies, then you know how frustrating the warmer months can be. There are plenty of things in the air that trigger your allergies, leading to itchy eyes, runny noses, headaches,

Venting a Portable AC Properly

Portable air conditioners are fairly simple to operate, but they do require some minor setting up when in use. The ventilation aspect of a portable A/C unit is an important and unavoidable one. Before

How To Calculate Energy Efficiency Rating

Energy efficiency is a big topic these days, and rightfully so. The move towards energy efficiency has been trending for both environmental and financial reasons. In order to help consumers make sense

Portable Air Conditioner: Glossary of Terms

Understanding portable air conditioners and what to look for when buying one is made much easier when you have a basic knowledge of some of the most common terms used in reference to them. Portable

How to Correctly Size a Portable Air Conditioner for Your Home

Portable air conditioners are simple and easy way to cool rooms that either have no air conditioning or need an extra boost. When selecting the right portable air conditioner for your home, room,

About This Site

If you’re shopping for a portable air conditioner, a HEPA air purifier – or any kind of cooling product for your home – then you’ve come to the right place.

My name is Tom Hanson. I’ve worked as an HVAC tech in Phoenix, AZ for the past 10 years.

I created this site to help home owners select the best portable air conditioner and cooling products for their home in just a few minutes – right on their mobile phone.

I hope you like my buying guide and reviews. If you have any corrections or question, please leave a comment on the page in question. Or leave me a message on my Contact Page.

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