During the hottest days of the year, it’s likely that you rely heavily on an air conditioning unit, be it targeting your room from a windowsill or cooling off the whole-home, without considering what ...

Air conditioners require regular maintenance and annual deep cleaning to ensure they’re in good working order, which will improve the comfort level of your home and keep energy costs down. Routine ...

I asked my neighbor who hoses off his air conditioner condenser every spring why he does it. “Because my dad always told me I had to,” he said. Conventional wisdom like what my neighbor’s dad imparted ...

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Air conditioner cleanliness is a buzzy topic right now. Midea recently recalled its entire line of U-shaped ACs due to mold growth, and many are wondering what's lurking inside their units. If you're ...

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Keeping an AC unit clean is vital to ensure it continues to function reliably and efficiently for years to come. While it may seem like something you need to hire a professional for, the process is ...

Turn off the 240-volt power at the appliance shutoff box. It’s usually outside within sight of the outdoor unit. Some shutoffs simply pull out; others have a handle to pull down or a fuse to remove.