A quick tune-up could save your summer—and your energy bill. Cleaning your outdoor air conditioner unit may seem like a job for professionals, but it’s a task you can perform yourself—with ...

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.

If you don't have a central air conditioning system at home, investing in a portable AC unit can make a notable difference in your comfort level this summer. What you might not realize, however, is ...

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Despite how much we all use our air conditioners (especially in the South), their maintenance isn’t often top of mind. Considering the benefits, though, it should be. “Regular cleaning not only ...

Now that you won’t need your whole-house air conditioner much more this year (we hope), here’s something to think about during the long winter: Your outside unit might be growing a fur coat. I’m ...