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.

Sorry, Drake, but by the time June 1 rolls around there’s one thing in the world that I do love more than my bed and my mama: My air conditioner. When summer temps ...

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 ...

As a writer for Forbes Home since 2021, Emily specializes in writing about home warranties, solar installations, car transportation and moving companies. With a background in journalism and experience ...