First, make sure your air conditioner is unplugged, then take off the front panel and remove the filter. If it's covered in dust or hair, use a vacuum to clear away as much debris as you can. From ...

It's hot. Like, really hot. Learn how to clean a window AC unit, and you can stay cool all summer long. Millions of Americans are under heat warnings this summer, and window air conditioners are ...

Learning how to clean a window AC unit is a breeze! (Sorry.) Seriously, it’s not hard at all, and when the temperature’s pushing 100, the last thing you want to be without is air conditioning.

Ideally, window AC units should be fully cleaned biannually. "You should deep clean a window AC unit twice a year," says Michael Rubino, president of All American Restoration, council-certified mold ...

A good window AC unit is the difference between a fun summer and a miserable one. Just like a refrigerator or dishwasher, the appliance needs to be properly maintained in order to keep you cool and ...

Air conditioner cleanliness is a buzzy topic right now. Midea recently recalled its entire line of U-shaped ACs due to mold growth, and many are wondering what's lurking inside their units. If you're ...

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Air conditioners require regular maintenance and annual deep cleaning to ensure they’re in good working order, which will improve the comfort level of your home and keep energy costs down. Routine ...