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.

How to clean your indoor or outdoor air conditioner right, according to the pros. Despite how much we all use our air conditioners (especially in the South), their maintenance isn’t often top of mind.

After 10 years in print journalism, Nick transitioned to the home improvement space. He has specialized in maintenance, mortgages, home warranties, moving, car shipping, home security and more for 7 ...

(NEXSTAR) – When smoke from wildfires turns the outside air unhealthy, is it safe to run the air conditioner? An oppressive blanket of smoke from over 100 Canadian wildfires rolled over the East Coast ...

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