Where you live, where you'll use the unit—even whether you have allergies—are all factors to consider when deciding which ...

If you live in a dry, hot climate, evaporative coolers are an affordable and efficient way to keep the summer heat at bay. These 6 are the best money can buy.

Here's how to tell whether to go with a window a/c, portable unit, a ductless mini-spit, an evaporative cooler—or a combo of ...

Here’s our take on the performance of evaporative chillers versus typical air conditioning.

According to Energy.gov, swamp coolers (the term we'll use from here on out to simplify matters) draw outside air through a series of water-saturated pads before blowing the air indoors. As the ...

Prepping your swamp cooler or AC unit With hotter weather on the way, HVAC experts urge homeowners to inspect cooling systems, consider efficiency upgrades and avoid costly maintenance mistakes.

Swamp Cooler vs. Air Conditioner: With a scorching summer already underway, which is the better way to cool your home?

The evaporative coolers are a popular and climate-friendly cooling option in arid regions, but temperatures in New Mexico are rising beyond what the home appliances can manage.

One alternative is a swamp cooler, also known as an evaporative cooler. Not to be confused with A/C units, swamp coolers take warm, outside air and pass it over water-saturated pads.

If you're feeling hot after dancing at an outdoor concert, you could also use a cup or sink to put your hands in cool water ...