Some argue that this task should be done in the springtime, but just making sure that this simple thing gets done for your AC ...

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.

Maintaining your AC unit is crucial to surviving the scorching summer. And with peak sun in July, it's the best time to take ...