Air Conditioning

Weather Blog: When Can I Turn Off The Air?

This is a question I field quite often at WCCO. It has been hot — the second warmest July on record — and humid this summer.

2012/08/01

A/C Use Sparks House Fire, 4 Escape

Four people escaped a house fire Wednesday after firefighters believe extensive use of air conditioning may have caused the electrical junction box issues, which kick-started the fire.

2012/07/04

AC Repair Costs Up Due To Dwindling Supply Of Freon

It may be hard to keep your cool when you hear just how much it’ll cost you to repair your air conditioning if it breaks this summer.

2012/06/07

As The Heat Rises, So Does The Number Of AC Unit Thefts

The thermometer hit 90 degrees for the first time this spring, but there’s no relief from the heat for some Minneapolis residents.

2012/05/18

Thieves Breaking Into Homes Through The A/C Unit

It’s a safety threat that could be sitting in your windows. Air conditioning units in ground floor windows are being pushed out to gain access to your home.

2011/08/28

Good Question: Is AC To Blame For Summer Colds?

Walk around Minnesota and you’ll hear that low, purring hum of the air conditioning. However, you may also hear the sound of sneezing and coughing — the sound of the summer cold. So, does all our exposure to air conditioning cause summer colds?

2011/08/03

Record Demand For Electricity In Heat Wave

Xcel Energy has set a new record for demand in the current heat wave as some customers cope with outages.

2011/07/19

AC Technicians Working Overtime To Keep You Cool

With temps in the 100s, your air conditioning is probably getting a pretty good workout. The same goes for the air conditioning repair workers. They’ve been putting in long days just to keep up with customer calls.

2011/06/07

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