In my local area, the weather is cold for the majority of the year. It’s not unheard of to rely on the furnace for eight straight months. The temperature can drop down to negative twenty-five degrees and we endure a vicious windchill and endless amounts of snow. I’ve spent a great deal of money on a powerful heating system and my energy bills are always a major concern. By the time the weather warms up, I’m ready to open the windows and welcome some fresh air inside. I’m delighted to get out from under the high utility costs. The blue skies and warm sunshine don’t last very long. If we’re lucky, we enjoy three months of summer. There’s no need to invest in central air conditioning for such a brief season. However, the temperature can climb into the nineties, and the humidity is awful. When the house gets overheated and sticky feeling, it’s impossible to relax, get comfortable or benefit from a decent night’s sleep. Since my family tends to spend as much time as possible outside, the only time the heat is a problem is when we’re headed to bed. For very little money, I was able to set up each bedroom with a window air conditioner. These compact units can be installed in less than ten minutes. They’re lightweight and yet powerful enough to handle the demands of a larger bedroom. The air conditioners include remote operation, so we don’t even need to get out of bed to make adjustments to temperature or fan speed. The air conditioners make just enough noise to drown out noisy neighbors and morning birds. They provide sufficient circulation and filtration to keep the air feeling fresh.