Their nickname stemmed from the unhealthy way some owners maintained them, but the "swamp coolers" Volkswagen owners used did ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." When summer heat kicks in and your space can’t accommodate a bulky window AC, an evaporative cooler (also ...

As temperatures begin to rise, signaling the change in seasons from spring to summer, many of us seek the comfort of artificially chilled air inside a building. Any unit capable of cooling an entire ...

NIGHT. THE SUMMER WEATHER HAS BEEN CAUSING PROBLEMS FOR SO MANY NEW MEXICANS, WITH SOME EXPERIENCING ISSUES WITH THEIR OWN COOLING SYSTEMS. REPORTER JULIAN PARRA SPOKE WITH HVAC SPECIALISTS WHO TELL ...

If your traditional window and ceiling fans just aren't cutting it this summer, and you live in an area with relatively low humidity, an evaporative cooler might be just what you need. Often called ...

Swamp coolers provide one of the simplest and most cost-effective ways to stay comfortable in the heat. Also known as evaporative air conditioners, these machines take in warm outside air and ...

As temperatures soar across the country, it’s essential to have a reliable cooling device (or two) to keep your home comfortable. If you’re looking for an inexpensive and energy-efficient option, ...

If you live in a dry climate — especially in the West and Southwest — air conditioning isn't your only option for keeping a room cool. A portable evaporative cooler (aka "swamp" cooler) does basically ...

Q: I have a swamp cooler that no longer works. It blows air, but the air is not cool. The unit used to make a trickling noise but no longer does. What can be done to bring the cool air back? A: Swamp ...

As Seattle sweats through a summer that is giving signs of being among the hottest on record, those who have eschewed air conditioning (eh, it's only used 3 days a year!) or live in a place where air ...