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Do you really have to vent a portable air conditioner outside? Air con pros share why it’s so crucial to get this step right

Portable air conditioner in a bedroom vented out of a large window.

With the UK gripped by it's first heatwave of the year, finding effective ways of keeping cool has never been more important.

While many households will already have one of the best fans, more and more people are turning to portable air conditioners to provide the comfort they need. But it's vital you understand how these units work, and how they need to be set up, for them to be used effectively and safely.

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