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Annual central air conditioner maintenance saves you money by increasing its efficiency and preventing breakdowns. You can complete the chore in…
The problem of a noisy central air conditioner condenser can be solved in several possible ways, but if the unit is too old it may just need to…
Cover your air conditioner condenser with plywood for the winter. If you wrap it with plastic, it'll rust.
Our expert shows you how to repair the most common central air conditioning problems by replacing three parts. You'll be up and running sooner…
Rotting insulation on your outdoor A/C lines can cost you energy. The fix is simple. We show you how to do it and tell you where to get the…
Air conditioner compressors and heat exchanger pumps sitting on concrete pads may settle and tip over time, putting strain on coolant lines. One…
Don't assume that you need heating and cooling ducts cleaned unless you actually have excessive dust and debris or mold in them. Unless you…
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More expensive (electrostatic) furnace filters capture smaller particles and need less changing than cheaper (pleated) and the cheapest (woven…
Air conditioners work more efficiently when the evaporator and condenser coils or cooling fins are clean and the fins are straight. Save money…
Few routine chores will pay off more handsomely, both in comfort and in dollars saved, than a simple air-conditioner cleaning. The payoff:…
Sealing leaky joints in heating, ventilating and air conditioning ducts is a simple, cheap DIY project that can reduce your energy costs by…
HVAC units that cycle on and off quickly or erratically may just need minor thermostat adjustments. Check level first, then take a look at the…
In cold climates, dual-fuel heat pumps (different from heat pumps used in the South) replace your air conditioner and save you money for both…
If you notice water around the furnace, the condensate drain may be clogged with slime. Fix the problem with chemical tablets and a larger drain…
There are some household repairs that are so simple that even the pros feel bad about charging for them (really!). Many of these plumbing,…
At least a quarter of all appliance repair calls are resolved with no-brainer solutions like pushing a button or flipping a circuit breaker.…
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