It's tough to stay in homes without air conditioning. The bad news is that many stores have sold out of portable air conditioners, but the good news is that you can make your own for less than $35 and ...

What is a swamp cooler? Also known as an evaporative cooler, this device—which is about the same size as a room air conditioner—lowers the temperature in a home simply by adding moisture to the air.

Q: What should I do to my evaporative cooler this time of year before I start it up? -- Deb A: It's a pretty simple process. Basically, these units -- called swamp coolers by most folks -- need only a ...

"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 ...

Homeowners across the nation survived record heat at the end of June, the first real heatwave of the summer season. As temperatures soar, keeping your home cool will likely be a top priority. One ...

Tap here if you are reading this on the KGW news app. It's tough to stay in our homes when many don't have air conditioning in the Pacific Northwest. The good news is that you can make your own for ...