Q: We’ve been in a heatwave, so we’ve had the AC on. When I went outside earlier, I noticed that the outside AC unit wasn’t running. Why is my outside AC unit not turning on? A: During the hot summer ...

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 ...

Winter is hard on outdoor equipment, and your air conditioner is no exception. If you want reliable cooling the moment the ...

As millions of American face extreme temperatures, many people are searching for ways to stay cool. Some Facebook users claim shading an outdoor AC unit – known as a condenser – improves its ...

Always leave one side open and ensure ventilation when enclosing outdoor equipment. Privacy or equipment screens are a simple and flexible solution, especially if ...

As winter approaches, homeowners are always looking for ways to protect their homes from the cold temperatures, blustery winds, snow, and ice. If you've prepared your pipes, cleaned the gutters, and ...

Placing a canopy or umbrella over an outside air conditioner unit so that it is in the shade can help improve efficiency and lower energy costs. A spokesperson for the U.S. Department of Energy told ...

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 ...

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