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 ...

We surveyed mechanics nationwide to give you a better idea of what fixing your car’s AC might cost, whether you need a simple recharge or a full compressor replacement. The quotes we gathered averaged ...

Replacing or buying a new central air conditioning system can be a huge expense, so you’ll want to get it right. To identify systems that are likely to last, Consumer Reports measures and tracks their ...