Any homeowner should know - you stay on top of maintenance and deal with the small problems as soon as they come up, or they'll end up being big, expensive problems further down the line. In this case, skip a few fancy coffees and buy some Dawn, a spray bottle, and a nozzle for your hose now, or let things be and buy a whole new air conditioner and pay a few medical bills to treat the mold allergies on top of it later.
Bless you, Becky! My window air conditioners were smelly and filthy. I needed help and I tried TH-cam and found you! Your air conditioner was my brand, too! Followed your easy directions and installed a shiny, clean and fresh smelling unit in my bedroom window, today! Not bad for a 79 year old (young person)! Could not have done it without you. You are the first person I have subscribed to on TH-cam! Keep on being you and thank you so much. ❤️
Whoa! You were lucky on the brand thing. I was impressed with Ms. Becky's presentation as well but if it had been my same model in the video I'd have thought I was having some kind of religious experience, heh. Good job with your unit!
9 years after you published this- 5/28/24--have already set the ac outside-just needed to know how-THANK YOU SO MUCH-70 yr old lady here-yes-I can do this-so thankful for you!
Oh my gosh...I was rather skeptical and was considering replacing my window unit. I figured I had nothing to lose by trying this, and not only was this incredibly easy, it really DID make this unit much more efficient! I was also pretty proud of myself that I did this. Extremely satisfying! Becky, thank you so much for this tutorial. All the best to you Becky!🥰
Becky, we've been having SO MANY financial problems lately and I broke down crying the other day over having to maybe get a new AC....not to mention medical issues because in our 30's, me and my boyfriend have been sick SO much this past year and coughing with headaches....after watching your video...I realized I should do this myself...and I followed your instructions, and low and behold.... WE HAD MOLD! So I cleaned it, used mold killer, did EVERYTHING you said exactly as you said, and VOILA! Our house is cold, the AC is no longer leaking, and most importantly, WE CAN BREATH GOOD AGAIN! You literally are an angel, or possibly a good kind of witch with the magic you showed me. Thank you SO much! I love you and you're my new Auntie!
As a requirement for my husband to be released from the hospital, I've had to do a deep cleaning. I didn't even THINK about the AC unit. When I realized that it needed to be cleaned, as well, I was already mentally exhausted. Exhausted from dealing with painters, having a floor repaired, carpet cleaners, air duct cleaning and house keeper coming and going all on consecutive days, my mind wouldn't even allow me to THINK of cleaning it so I bought one. Next day, I'm rested and happened upon your video and JUST LIKE THAT, I will be taking the AC unit back to the store today, June 6, 2023 😊😊😊
Becky, I wish I could give you 1000 likes for this. You are a god sent! My disabled mothers AC was dirty and not working and it's 90 degrees. This video helped me clean it all out and now it runs like a top! Fresh clean cool air for Her and the cats. You may have saved my mother from having a heat stroke Thank you very much! I will share this on FB with my friends. Thank you, thank you, thank you and god bless!
jamnjam I live in NY and it's not supposes to get this hot this time of year. Went from 70 to 90 over night! It's raining but, its like the jungle with the humidity factor. We use to get snow every year but, now ever Christmas has no snow. Most of the elderly in NY are not ready to handle that sudden change in temperature. They are use to dealing with 20 below winters and 70 to 80 summers with maybe 90's in August. Texas without the aid of AC would probably kill half of NY no joke.
Its common sense how hard is it to take a few screws and bits of plastic apart? you didnt need a video for that! oddly the instructions tell you the same thing
A better solution is to simply use a vacuum cleaner hose on it periodically BEFORE it gets in the condition of the unit being cleaned in this video. You have to keep ahead of the problem so it never gets this filthy. Yuck! You just periodically (like every few months) use the hose part of a vacuum to suck all the dust off the front filter and grills. Basic logic..
I sprayed my ac units with coil cleaner and let it sit. I rinsed the gunk out with the water hose until the water was clear from all the sides. I didn't think my nine year old Frigidaire ac units would actually blow cold air like they did when they were brand new, but they did! I'm sleeping like a baby through the night again. Cozy as ever! I wasn't expecting this cleaning to have my ac units blowing like they are now. Thank you so much! 😊❤
Watched this a while back and had to clean the air conditioners again and your video was still here to remind me what to do! Thank you so much. (If you have a digital/electronic thingie on the front of your AC, just unscrew it from the front panel and wrap it in plastic very tight, so you can really wash the front panel.) Thank you so very much for your useful information and pleasant presentation. You are a real winner in my book!
I watched a couple of videos on how to clean my window AC unit, and I must say Becky's is the best. There's one video that recommends a coil cleaning spray - $45! I just put 3 drops of Dawn and some warm water in a squirt bottle and ALL the dirt came right off! Thanks, Becky!
Id use dístilled white víneigar diluted in spray bottle. I dont like cuts on my hands so ill sprinkle baking soda on then spray onit. Bubbles like school science projects volcano. Old tooth brush. I clean my stove top like thos as well. Who needs chemicals..
Haha, I saw that one, I think it was actually like $19 or something, and it foamed up a bit just like Becky's 'few drops of Dawn.' That guy didn't do half as good a cleaning job, and he was ready to put the sucker back together and you could see all the black gunk (probably mold) still on the inside. Of course, he had the A/C already 'prepped' for the video, so we never got to see him take it apart or put it back together. Y'all guys may laugh, but you know, if you haven't done this before, there's nothing wrong with wanting to see the process from start to finish, especially if you're doing it by yourself, just to know how easily it really can be done.
Becky you are amazing. I was going to buy a new air conditioner due to the mold smell it was emitting but your calm and coolness had given me the confidence to give my expensive unit a second chance! Thanks so much!!
Hey Becky just wanted to thank you for this tutorial. My husband and I cleaned our five units with your method. All five AC units are working like new and giving us clean cool air! I never would’ve guessed that this power hose cleaning could be done and be so effective!
Thanks Becky! The blue was one of the "Coil" sets. The Fins are the thin metal slats that run along the front of the coils. It is important for proper air flow to keep them straight. There are an assortment of tools called an AC Fin Comb (or Straightener) for that job.
The video is very good but I will add a bit to the video just for safety. 1. Don't wash the motor that spins the two fans blades. (grey unit is the motor at 9:24 ) Washing motor/ a wet motor will short circuit and may cause electrocution. 2. There is no need to wash the tall Black unit "Compressor" (Compressor at 5:40) Most AC has a small circuit panel near compressor (Black unit). Again wetting it means short circuit and fire. 3. The only thing you need to clean is the condenser fin blades ( condenser at 5:00) This is where the air is sucked in and most of the dirt is accumulated. Take a toothbrush and gently clean the dirt by stroking it in the longitudinal direction (you may need to use soap water or non-rust cleaner to do so). 4. Wrap a couple of plastic bags around the motor and electrical components. Be Safe
Parviz Gul, that was my BIGGEST FEAR! Thank you for the additional information on cleaning! I know that the inside of the house is supposed to be dry and the outside of the unit is exposed to the weather. Putting both together makes a heck of alot more sense then just hitting it with a hose! Thank you very much! I am extremely phobic about fires! I feel more confident about this situation now. I want to Express my Gratitude for adding the extra measure of safety!!!!
I've watched several other videos and she is the only person to take it apart. I appreciate the female detail explanations since I am just learning why my units stop working after 3 years! Did not know! This is not included with papers for new unit!
Right? All the guys start with the A/C 'prepped,' (meaning already taken apart) which does nothing for a newby trying to get over the fear of 'messing with machinery.'
I happened upon your video last year and I can't thank you enough! I have a giant 12,000 btu old A/C that was barely running. I took it outside, took the cover off, and proceeded to wash it with the water hose. I avoided the control panel. Let it dry. It runs almost like new. You saved me so much money and I'm so proud of myself. Who knew you could do this? You did! Again many thanks!!!
+Eli_Finesse I'm sorry I didn't see this til today. The control panel is the electronics parts on the front. The buttons and display that you definitely don't want to get wet. When you wash the AC, only wash the back part of it. I'm about to do another AC tomorrow. It's been icing over and it's time to clean it.
Becky!!! I cleaned my AC unit because of you!!! I’ve had headaches and sinus issues and believe they stem from my window AC unit. After watching your video on how to do it I felt confident to do mine. Boy am I glad I did!!!! There was a wet sludge and what looked to be mold inside. I cleaned it out so good that it looks brand new. You made it really simple and let me know it was ok to clean it on my own. Thanks a bunch for your insight 💕
Thank you, thank you, THANK YOU! Me and my fiancee did just this today and although it was an all day thing, our AC unit is now running like brand new and thanks to your tips its sparkling clean and debris free!
Thank you soooo much Becky! We have a large unit in our kitchen window and it has gotten to where it hardly even blows on high :( It's too heavy to remove, but I'm going to do the best I can to clean it. Luckily we have linoleum floors (not wood) and plenty of bath towels ;) I can't wait to try. Thanks again! Update: 15 minutes later, IT WORKED! If I wasn't already married, I'd marry you ;)
My window unit had lots more screws and electronic controls, and was much more difficult to disassemble....but I did it!! I used the camera on my phone to take pics as I went along so I would be sure to get everything back in place. I used Glad Press n Seal over the electronic components to protect them from moisture, but still tried to avoid wetting the area. Just be warned that the job could take much longer than you expect, especially if your unit hasn't been cleaned before or has heavy mold build-up like mine did. Very good instructional video.
As one of the last people who actually does this (widow, wall ac service ) for a living the only way to do it right is to disassemble down to the base pan.and that's about a $300 fee. They get moldy and slimy for sure
I did this a now my unit won’t turn on , I let dry over night and it looks great but now it won’t turn on , the test and reset bottom clip and it acts like it’s going to turn on but doesn’t :(
@@steely_mike - Respect for the pros, for sure. Problem is, though, you can buy a whole new A/C unit (especially the smaller ones) and still put money back in your pocket, for less than the cost of one servicing. Me, I'd never toss something I could fix, but plenty of people would and do, that's the sad truth. Guy further up the comments chain said he's reclaimed a bunch of discarded A/Cs from the alley and after cleaning them up like this, they worked fine! This video will keep my little bedroom unit running well for a long while, I guess.
@@FunkyTownPrincess Re-disasemble and check all of the wires and electronics to make sure you haven't accidentally disconnected anything while working on it. If not, you may have unfortunately gotten the capacitor or something else wet and shorted it out. Hope this helps!
A lovely woman, living a wonderful life _and_ sharing the tips and lessons with us? Wonderful! I've subscribed and look forward to watching and following along with my daughter.
Way to go! Thanks so much for showing me how to do this. I'm a guy and have NO clue on how to clean my window units lol. OMG, you built your own log cabin? Wow. I think it's really awesome to see women who are interested in building and repairing stuff. Can't wait to see some of your other videos. Ladies, don't ever let anyone tell you that you can't do something. This woman is proof that you can do and accomplish anything you want to.
Have been cleaning my window units for a while. Needed one on how to clean a Frigidaire. Her model is exactly the one I have. Will clean it tmw. Also I installed a FIRESTICK on my old tv after being told by a tv tech is was not possible. Well, ii ignored him, bought the converter,(4th try) and now I can watch TV in my living room. Cancelled cable and did sign up for Sling for 25.00 a month. Sure beats 100.00+ I was paying which I can't afford. So glad for you tube. Good for how to videos and recipes... Not so much political ones but I can use alternate sites so no big loss....btw I just turned 73. You're never too old to learn something new👍
Thanks for this very helpful video and For the inspiration. My biggest concern was how long it would take to dry out and as you said two hours was long enough. I also use the fan to help it along. Also, I did mine in my bathtub. Anyone who's going to do this in the bathtub I recommend using a rubber mat so that you don't scratch your tub. Also have a screen handy to catch all the leaves that may go down your drain and it helps to have a showerhead that has the ability to be removed and has some flexibility. The ability to change to different spray pressure settings helps as well. Thanks again!
i have asked so many men if this could be done . some didn't know and others said you can't take them apart. this video is awesome. thank you so much for the info.
Just did a deep clean and appreciate the tips. A couple of things I learned that could help other people. #1 - the styrophoam surrounding the hamster wheel is in 2 pieces. You can take a razor blade and make 2 cuts on the black foam/tape pieces. Once cut you take off the top piece and then the bottom. Making it easy to do a deeper clean on the wheel #2 - To accelerate the drying process I used a blower. It cut my drying time to 30-45 min. #3 - If you use Lime Away or CLR on any rusty parts, especially the fins just be prepared that if you brush them after the fact they will probably fall off.
Becky; thinking it over, and taking heart from your low-keyed presentation, I thought: what the heck. While I didn't take the unit out of the window or use a hose, I DID take the screws off the faceplate and cleaned the fins using a vacuum cleaner... man was it filthy... then I used warm wet paper towels to clean the inside of the faceplate and put it back together... man; talk about night and day: my AC has gone from a trickle of cold air to never so powerful as now. You're my hero Becky, especially during a heat wave. thank you so much.
That is a great fast wash, but ya must take it apart soon and really clean er out so it keeps working. Next year it may not work as well unless ya do the whole job, as ya can see it is really easy, and if ya don't have a yard, Bathroom TUB, Thank you Bkz81 for this tip as well, I love ya all, you are all so wonderfully folk helpful, can't wait for the next video, fells like a homestead family, so wonderful to visit, Thank you Becky.
@@nancyhfranco4334 - No way, Dr. Nancy, no way: I'm now 70, I live alone and, while I currently store the AC in the closet 9 months of the year, which is a simple up & down (with sometimes an intermediate pause onto the bed which is halfway between up & down... and oh, by the way: I just moved the AC yesterday, on my birthday, back into the window from its winter quarters on the closet floor) of, I don't know, maybe 50 lbs? Anyway, the tub is a whole other kettle of fish: pick up the AC, see if I can make it thru the narrow bedroom door while holding it, then thru the narrow bathroom door (ditto) and then how am I going to set it down in the tub while avoiding another hernia and worst of all, eventually taking it OUT of the tub & somehow back into my bedroom window... unless, that is, you want to do it for me, doc? And anyway, tada!: no hose in the bathtub. You don't just helter-skelter jump into a large project without thinking it through, step by step, and I can guarantee you this: a new AC unit would be cheaper than another hernia operation, trust me on this. The real value and lesson of Becky's video is her upbeat can-do attitude, which is a treasure that she shares with anyone who comes here.
Becky, thanks for this amazing video. I'm tackling 2 air conditioners this weekend. Your instructional video was very informative, insightful, and to-the-point. Your channel is my new favorite channel on YT!
Hi Becky,Thank you for sharing this video. Me and my brother just took out my 4 year old air conditioner same brand as the one have here except mine is a 10,000 BTU. After watching your video we took the back panel off and front panels and were able to get to all the dirt, The only thing we did not do is use the water hose although I wish I had but either way my air conditioner is as clean as it was when I bought it new. It is no re installed and I notice now it has better power and blows better. What we did was we took a spray bottle and put some dawn dish liquid and some warm water in and we followed all your steps except for using the hose. We tilted the unit up on a table and sprayed it with the spray bottle a good several times and took a sponge and paper towels and just wiped it clean. I also took the vaccumm cleaner to get the excess dirt out. But come next summer I will use the water hose just like you did on yours. Thanks again this was very helpful. Now this is something I can do once a year to my unit and help pro long the life of it
That's a great home method to doing it with the dish soap instead of buying an industrial cleaner (I have some environmentally friendly cleaner since I work for a maintenance company, so that's what I use since I have pets). I also take off the Styrofoam pieces to get better access. Some folks might be objected to this but you can also add a tiny bit of bleach or vinegar to the spray mixture for cleaning the panels to help with stains, tough build ups, and mildew in the unit. Plus to avoid any future head aches, if the screws look like they are degrading badly (rust, stripping on the heads for the bit) get some replacement screws and have them just in case, make sure they are stainless steel. Thanks again for a great video Miss Becky.
I love to watch your videos. When I first started raising chickens, I took a lot of your advise. I have enjoyed my chickens now for over 3 years and they have given me so much joy to watch and I have learned so much about God's creatures and how amazing they are.
you do this once a year (usely in the Spring) you will not have any problems with your ac, (also everytime I would find a a/c in the trash, I would take it home & clean like she did) it would work 100% of the time!
Thats great people just throw things without giving it a try to clean or fix it they just rather buy something new when maybe its not needed unless its completely broken good for you that u take those acs
Yes brother I use do that also before the leg & hip problems... After cleaning them up and and maybe a few adjustments you can make a decent buck selling them as used and refurbished A/C's.
My small 5000 BTU unit in my bedroom was hardly "cooling" at all, I thought it was old and needed to be replaced. I had already Googled the directions to the nearest Home Depot. As an afterthought I decided to check out TH-cam just to see how to clean the old thing up before spending any cash. The temperature was 84 degrees in the room with the ac running. Miserable, with a capital M. I watched Becky's video and followed directions. Amazing ! The room temperature is now 72 degrees at mid afternoon in my room now. Comfortable. Capital C. I never made it to Home Depot. Kept my money in my pocket, and I'm about to take a nice, cool nap. Thank You Becky !
I don't even know why I watched this in bed at 4:18 am.. but I did. And I was mesmerized for some reason... like a late night infomercial that mind controls you... love it.
Yeah, Loved this video. As a woman I really like it when I see us doing home projects. Every video I watched of men doing this made me laugh as they all bought expensive chemicals from the hardware store to do this and all the women used a few drops of dish soap. I live where the humidity is low but the wind blows a lot and there is open desert blowing dirt into the unit. Your video made this look easy. Time to tackle the window A/C for me!
Followed Becky’s exact instructions to clean my AC. She was right on, so much gunk inside. I really thought I would need a new one. My AC is humming right along, despite my reservations. Now my home is nice and cool, with nice clean fresh air flowing thru! Thank you Becky!
Thank you so much! I thought all was lost when my AC units got dirty. I watched another AC cleaning video after yours, and the guy took the whole thing apart inside a workshop. Thank God I don't have to do that! I love the idea that I can squirt it clean and just use a soft brush to finish cleaning any hard spots. You are the best! I love your channel and all the education you give to everyone on TH-cam! God bless you!
Awesome job. I have done this but it is enjoyable to see someone else do the same as I have done. The unit is freed up of mold and mildew and works more efficiently which now saves on power and doesn’t have to works as hard to cool room. The air passing thru smells better as well. I love doing stuff like this 😁😁 satisfaction of doing something yourself is a great feeling ! Just discovered your Chanel and am looking forward to watching more.
Loved it. Just a heads up, but if you're inclined, you can also get coil cleaner that pros use for the radiator/evaporator assemblies. It bubbles and breaks up even the most gunked on stuff. Works like a charm.
phuturephunk I saw that on another video and think *I* will try that because unlike Becky my window AC has been mistreated for the past two years and could use a deep, deep cleaning. I was about to post down here to ask about whether the pro stuff is recommended. Thanks!
I have watched people use coil cleaner and the results were poor. However I personally think they should have left on longer before rinsing. Also I like her Dawn solution bc I know how good it works and I don't have to worry with any chemical inhalation or residue.
@@sandyk8594 I used the foam coil cleaner and mine was so dirty that within just a few minutes the foam turned dirty and was dripping basically half dirt. I had to do it a few times then scrubbed it and my coils look entirely different. Before my 8000 BTU couldn't even keep my 9x12 room under 83-85 degrees in the back corner when its been above 105 degrees outside during the day and at night when it was 80-85 my room was still above 75 degrees. I prefer the foam over the pink coil cleaner but maybe its because the pink stuff I used was decades old.
Clearly this woman is really successful/powerful as a person in general, but the first thing I thought when she started talking was "She is so adorable and I want to hang out with her. She seems like THE REALLY COOL AUNT!" Props to you, Becky. Mad props.
Hey Becky, Great productions. My wife had me moving our window air conditioner three days ago, coincidentally I watched this video that morning. This air conditioner is an older unit that a friend gave us last wee. I followed your instructions and took it out of the window and dissected it in the backyard and cleaned it out. I reinstalled it into the living room window and boy does it work great. Oh, hey, by the way, I e mailed you regarding you video and audio equipment. I am waiting for your reply. You bust be a busy gal. You are so inspiring. Thanks again. Dr. J.A. Hanson at Pine Meadows Hobby Farm
I'm really glad I found your video. My family and I are pretty sensitive to mildew and mold, but we are in an area where it's too hot to not use the ac. Every time it has gone on, though, someone's had a coughing fit. I wasn't sure if it was an item designed to fail just to be replaced, or if I'd be able to clean it myself. Thrilled to say that after this video, the unit works great, smells fine, and I didn't have to shell out for a new one!
Thanks for the informative video. This is definitely helpful to me. My window a/c unit is filthy and I had absolutely no idea how to even begin to clean it. Now I feel pretty confident that I can handle it. Thanks Becky!
I would give 2 thumbs up if I could. Love the intro. It is refreshing to see the alternative living and building things yourself. You're awesome. Also props to the camera operator. A+ Now I have an AC unit I have to go clean.
Becky's you've just made my summer! Just finished cleaning out an old AC unit thanks to your video! Thanks so much for sharing such clean instructions!
Thank you Becky of "Becky's Homestead"!!! You explained this for me exactly how I can understand! I knew that this was a possibility to do but didn't know the "How"!? You are an amazing lady who explains thing's the way I can understand. Tomorrow is going to be 95° plus Humidity in Cleveland, Ohio! Thank you so much!
You're a great inspiration for us 'do it your selfers'. I was about to do the same thing with my friend's window AC because it leaks into the house. Spaying the parts with mild detergent is an excellent tip that I'll use. By the way, your video was the best one on TH-cam for cleaning a window AC.
I just want this woman to give me a hug. She seems like such a pure soul. ❤ Thank you so much for this video. I was ready to just buy a new AC unit after opening mine and seeing all the filth, but I’m confident I can just take care of the one I have.
Wonderful video Becky!! I saw this and a couple of other videos and cleaned one of my units and it works so nice now!!! Also, we have 2 of the exact same granite (or marble) tables! Have had them for 30 years. They are VERY Heavy!! Thanks!! 👍
OMG, Becky.... You are a lifesaver!! First let me tell you I am NOT a mechanically inclined person. The thought of taking my A.C. apart and cleaning it terrified me. Actually, I was not even aware that a window A.C. needed to be cleaned. So, after 10 years of use you can imagine how filthy and gunked up it was. Mildew, slimy algae, dead decayed leaves.... Nasty. Not to mention all the built up dust and crud in the fins. I followed your tutorial exactly and am thrilled with the results. The only thing I did different was to use coil cleaner instead of dishsoap. And you are right.... SO EASY!!!! Thank you!!!!!!
Thank you SO much for this clear, easy to follow tutorial. The a/c I worked on was filled with dust, black mold and wet sludge. It is now clean and most importantly, no longer a health hazard!
Thank you so much, we now have cold AC in our room again! God Bless you for making this great video! Keep being positive and loving! Peace! Nick in Austin, Tx!~
You just saved me $20.00 thank you! I was literally at a pic nic table with the same A.C. unit wondering how to clean this piece of equipment. I am sooooo grateful!
Wow! 1st of all, THANK YOU SO MUCH for making this video. 😁 You're an excellent teacher of something I never imagined I could do myself. -- Instead of (as I usually do) throwing out my window a.c., I now believe I can clean it just like you did. (So you helped save me money that I really can't afford to waste.) 2nd, I had to rewind a few times, bc I got a little distracted from your photobombing doggies and kitty. 😀😀 They're all so cute!!🤗🤗 So glad you kept this video up for so long. Hope you're still living an awesome life in your beautiful homemade home. 😊
Did this in my landlords $45,000 bathroom with a detachable shower head, though mine is the digital model of an older 2004 model kenmore which I will not replace as i love it, and your video was helpful even though yours has knobs, I just took the digital panel off and ran a hair dryer over the circuit board, put it back together and plugged it in 30 minutes later and it works! Thank you so much!
I did 3 of them today and it took about 3 hours to take them apart and wash them. I hope I can get them all back together. Thank you so much for your clear instructions. I referred back to it on getting that front panel to pop free. A couple were easy, one, a bit of a challenge, but in the end, they all came out pretty good. One is REALLY old and rusty in the base, but it's clean in the parts that matter. I sprayed a bleach solution on all the areas that looked like black mold. Scary what's in these things!! I'll be planning to do this annually or at least every couple years.
I had water spraying into the room when I had the A/C window unit on. Because of this video I was able to clean all the gunk out of my window unit myself and now it works very well! Thank you so much for posting this. Saved a lot of money!
I'm so glad I found you! I can't wait to watch more of your videos. But this is the first project that needs doing! My A/C froze up again overnight and now I'm blowing the ice off with a desk fan, sweltering! This is my after work project today!
thanks for this Ms. Becky. My window type air-con needs a full maintenance because it's already filthy and it's one year old. Now I know what to do. kudos! :)
I needed a good guide on how to do this the disassemble and reassemble part and you did a marvelous job at explaining it and thank you to the camera man for doing such a good job getting all your work in there this really helped and inspired me
Thanks Becky for saving my life! My AC was leaking and didn't know what to do...thank God I saw your video. When I opened up my AC boy was it ever filthy...but I put it in the tub and cleaned it out like new...I did make sure it was very dry before I plugged it in and that I waited to turn it on after installing it to let the refrigerant settle, also made sure I did not wet any electrical components or get water on the compressor...now no more leak and works great!
This was so helpful. I almost threw out this little Frigidaire that was black with mold. My kids and I cleaned it up after watching your video with minimal disassembly!! thank you!!
It seems like every day is a lot of work but you never ask yourself , " Why am I doing this , again ?" like you would in a 9 to 5 existence . This is for me . I am so tired of working toward someone else's goals .
Oh my gosh Becky, I knew my air conditioner needed cleaning but I was afraid of tackling it thinking it was a daunting task. Your excellent 'how to' presentation has dispelled all my fears and I'm going to attack it today! Thanks for the nitty gritty!! 😘😄👍🏼+sub
Hello Becky. Just came accross your channel bu accident. I thinks it's awesome selling everything and starting a new life such as yours, so natural. Thought about doing the same thing a few times myself. Well, Good luck and congrats.
Hello, Becky...Best video on the subject, hands down. It's absolutely astounding how filthy an air conditioner gets. I am starting to wonder if I have been feeling lousy for most of the summer because I've been breathing in mold and God knows what else for many hours per day, nearly every day this summer, as it has been so hot and humid here in the Mid-Atlantic US. I would be willing to bet that almost NOBODY actually takes the time to perform this critical maintenance. I live in an apartment complex, which makes the cleaning process a lot more challenging because it is not feasible for me to take my wall unit outside, nor do I have access to a hose, etc...Maintenance departments should be obligated to provide this service annually at no extra charge.
What a wonderful video … many will appreciate … I’m a retired HVAC tech and just want to add one very important point … the condenser fan blade has a ring all around the outside … (most do anyway) It is placed there to help with removing heat from the coils by the ring slinging the water from the pan that the cooling side has removed and drops into the pan for drainage and for the condenser fan to then sling that cold water into the condenser coil for heat removal … unfortunately this … over time collects dirt and then creates a Matt that isn’t very visible because it’s hidden behind the shroud … and the condenser fan pushes the air out … these new units don’t make it easy to clean that Matt build up very easy … older units had a removable top cover where then a nozzle could easily remove the build up after presoaking as you demonstrated very well. In these models the only way to clean it properly is to soak as much as possible using your method working around the fan blade … multiple times might be necessary … depending on how much dirt is in the air around your neighborhood and Matt buildup on your condenser. Then using a nozzle as you demonstrated blow water from the outside towards the fan blade will at least remove some of the Matt buildup … then carefully try to nozzle additional Matt off by going around the fan blades … but carefully because you don’t want to bend those blades or the fins also and create vibration if you accidentally bend the blades or block air flow with bent fins. All need to be aware that all fins on an air conditioners are made of aluminum and are very soft and will bend easily so bushing on them only in a up down fashion and water jetting only straight on or up & down as well don’t want bend those fins with the brush or water jetting as well. This Matt build up on any condenser is the most important part of cleaning any AC unit because if the heat isn’t removed properly the ac unit needs to run longer to remove the heat from inside your dwelling costing you money and if the problem persists long enough the excess heat will cause the compressor to fail as well, then you’re looking at replacing the whole unit all because the Matt build wasn’t removed or cleaned properly. Your video was great just trying to help everyone out by supplying some additional useful information.
"It's always worth taking care of the things you have."
I absolutely loved that.. more people need this kind of mentality.
Any homeowner should know - you stay on top of maintenance and deal with the small problems as soon as they come up, or they'll end up being big, expensive problems further down the line. In this case, skip a few fancy coffees and buy some Dawn, a spray bottle, and a nozzle for your hose now, or let things be and buy a whole new air conditioner and pay a few medical bills to treat the mold allergies on top of it later.
Very nice and really smart I learned a lot thank u ho w do u get out the striped screws
Ni worries.... the Throw away generation is getting a giant wake up call..
Let's go Brandon😉
@@AbsentWithoutLeaving "skip a few fancy coffees"-love it!
Bless you, Becky! My window air conditioners were smelly and filthy. I needed help and I tried TH-cam and found you! Your air conditioner was my brand, too! Followed your easy directions and installed a shiny, clean and fresh smelling unit in my bedroom window, today! Not bad for a 79 year old (young person)! Could not have done it without you. You are the first person I have subscribed to on TH-cam! Keep on being you and thank you so much. ❤️
Whoa! You were lucky on the brand thing. I was impressed with Ms. Becky's presentation as well but if it had been my same model in the video I'd have thought I was having some kind of religious experience, heh. Good job with your unit!
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That's wonderful, @salathome! I wish my 81-year-old mother had your motivation!
@@TheBerndudeI bet she does too 😂
9 years after you published this- 5/28/24--have already set the ac outside-just needed to know how-THANK YOU SO MUCH-70 yr old lady here-yes-I can do this-so thankful for you!
I'm watching too. Very good video. I sooo need to clean mine. This helped me feel confortable so I won't break it.
7 years after you posting this and it's still helpful! Thank you so much for breaking it down for me. I'll be going outside to clean my AC now. 😄
I come back every summer to watch her take apart her ac unit to give me inspiration to clean mine as well lol.
Oh my gosh...I was rather skeptical and was considering replacing my window unit. I figured I had nothing to lose by trying this, and not only was this incredibly easy, it really DID make this unit much more efficient! I was also pretty proud of myself that I did this. Extremely satisfying! Becky, thank you so much for this tutorial. All the best to you Becky!🥰
Best video on youtube. She shows every aspect for those of us who know nothing.
Her: Ok, you'll need a water sprayer nozzle. You can buy those at a store.
Me: *takes notes while nodding along*
Stephen Owen SO True!!!😂🤣😂
Absolutely!!!!
Becky, we've been having SO MANY financial problems lately and I broke down crying the other day over having to maybe get a new AC....not to mention medical issues because in our 30's, me and my boyfriend have been sick SO much this past year and coughing with headaches....after watching your video...I realized I should do this myself...and I followed your instructions, and low and behold.... WE HAD MOLD! So I cleaned it, used mold killer, did EVERYTHING you said exactly as you said, and VOILA! Our house is cold, the AC is no longer leaking, and most importantly, WE CAN BREATH GOOD AGAIN! You literally are an angel, or possibly a good kind of witch with the magic you showed me. Thank you SO much! I love you and you're my new Auntie!
This wasn't just informative, it was empowering! Thank you so much for giving me the confidence to tackle this job.
As a requirement for my husband to be released from the hospital, I've had to do a deep cleaning. I didn't even THINK about the AC unit. When I realized that it needed to be cleaned, as well, I was already mentally exhausted. Exhausted from dealing with painters, having a floor repaired, carpet cleaners, air duct cleaning and house keeper coming and going all on consecutive days, my mind wouldn't even allow me to THINK of cleaning it so I bought one.
Next day, I'm rested and happened upon your video and JUST LIKE THAT, I will be taking the AC unit back to the store today, June 6, 2023 😊😊😊
Becky, I wish I could give you 1000 likes for this. You are a god sent! My disabled mothers AC was dirty and not working and it's 90 degrees. This video helped me clean it all out and now it runs like a top! Fresh clean cool air for Her and the cats. You may have saved my mother from having a heat stroke Thank you very much! I will share this on FB with my friends. Thank you, thank you, thank you and god bless!
Same here. Texas is very hot and new air conditioners are not affordable. Becky's a lifesaver!
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I live in NY and it's not supposes to get this hot this time of year. Went from 70 to 90 over night! It's raining but, its like the jungle with the humidity factor. We use to get snow every year but, now ever Christmas has no snow. Most of the elderly in NY are not ready to handle that sudden change in temperature. They are use to dealing with 20 below winters and 70 to 80 summers with maybe 90's in August. Texas without the aid of AC would probably kill half of NY no joke.
Its common sense how hard is it to take a few screws and bits of plastic apart? you didnt need a video for that! oddly the instructions tell you the same thing
A better solution is to simply use a vacuum cleaner hose on it periodically BEFORE it gets in the condition of the unit being cleaned in this video. You have to keep ahead of the problem so it never gets this filthy. Yuck! You just periodically (like every few months) use the hose part of a vacuum to suck all the dust off the front filter and grills. Basic logic..
ShadowⓋ what’s it like to be so damn smart? It must be a real burden to walk amongst such moronic people beneath you every day...
I sprayed my ac units with coil cleaner and let it sit. I rinsed the gunk out with the water hose until the water was clear from all the sides. I didn't think my nine year old Frigidaire ac units would actually blow cold air like they did when they were brand new, but they did! I'm sleeping like a baby through the night again. Cozy as ever! I wasn't expecting this cleaning to have my ac units blowing like they are now. Thank you so much! 😊❤
Watched this a while back and had to clean the air conditioners again and your video was still here to remind me what to do! Thank you so much. (If you have a digital/electronic thingie on the front of your AC, just unscrew it from the front panel and wrap it in plastic very tight, so you can really wash the front panel.) Thank you so very much for your useful information and pleasant presentation. You are a real winner in my book!
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this inspired me to fix my entire home
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Wow just your home this inspired me to fix my whole life
I wish I had my own home.. :(
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It inspired me to download internet
I watched a couple of videos on how to clean my window AC unit, and I must say Becky's is the best. There's one video that recommends a coil cleaning spray - $45! I just put 3 drops of Dawn and some warm water in a squirt bottle and ALL the dirt came right off! Thanks, Becky!
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I used muriatic acid to clean the coils. That stuff is super shiny now!
I use oven cleaner. I spray the coils and let it sit for 5 mins or so and then wash it off. It works good and it's cheap.
Id use dístilled white víneigar diluted in spray bottle. I dont like cuts on my hands so ill sprinkle baking soda on then spray onit. Bubbles like school science projects volcano. Old tooth brush. I clean my stove top like thos as well. Who needs chemicals..
Haha, I saw that one, I think it was actually like $19 or something, and it foamed up a bit just like Becky's 'few drops of Dawn.' That guy didn't do half as good a cleaning job, and he was ready to put the sucker back together and you could see all the black gunk (probably mold) still on the inside. Of course, he had the A/C already 'prepped' for the video, so we never got to see him take it apart or put it back together.
Y'all guys may laugh, but you know, if you haven't done this before, there's nothing wrong with wanting to see the process from start to finish, especially if you're doing it by yourself, just to know how easily it really can be done.
Becky you are amazing. I was going to buy a new air conditioner due to the mold smell it was emitting but your calm and coolness had given me the confidence to give my expensive unit a second chance! Thanks so much!!
She built her own log cabin? I'm such a failure at life.
Thanks for the vid and Happy 250K.
i know, right. i felt exactly the same way. i need to email this video to my wife and say.... get busy! (joking of course).
I am sooo jealous of Becky!!! I wonder if she'll let me and my animals move next to her. We would have so much fun!
Amen brotha I now will start with cleaning my own window AC then eventually make my way to the cabin as for now I only built a Lincoln log cabin...
Lol....
And repurposed the leftover granite countertop for a work bench. Brilliant.
Love how organized this cleaning was. It was like you had done it 100 times before 👍
Hey Becky just wanted to thank you for this tutorial. My husband and I cleaned our five units with your method. All five AC units are working like new and giving us clean cool air! I never would’ve guessed that this power hose cleaning could be done and be so effective!
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Thanks Becky! The blue was one of the "Coil" sets. The Fins are the thin metal slats that run along the front of the coils. It is important for proper air flow to keep them straight. There are an assortment of tools called an AC Fin Comb (or Straightener) for that job.
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The video is very good but I will add a bit to the video just for safety.
1. Don't wash the motor that spins the two fans blades. (grey unit is the motor at 9:24 )
Washing motor/ a wet motor will short circuit and may cause electrocution.
2. There is no need to wash the tall Black unit "Compressor" (Compressor at 5:40)
Most AC has a small circuit panel near compressor (Black unit). Again wetting it means short circuit and fire.
3. The only thing you need to clean is the condenser fin blades ( condenser at 5:00)
This is where the air is sucked in and most of the dirt is accumulated. Take a toothbrush and gently clean the dirt by stroking it in the longitudinal direction (you may need to use soap water or non-rust cleaner to do so).
4. Wrap a couple of plastic bags around the motor and electrical components.
Be Safe
Parviz Gul what about all the leaves and dirt that sit at the bottom of the unit?
The rain soaks that motor all the time. Agree about keeping water out of the knob control box
Parviz Gul. You stupiiid. So do we supposed to have this inside the house then? What about the rain?
Thank you for the safety tips, maybe Becky would consider adding your comments to her description.
Parviz Gul, that was my BIGGEST FEAR! Thank you for the additional information on cleaning! I know that the inside of the house is supposed to be dry and the outside of the unit is exposed to the weather. Putting both together makes a heck of alot more sense then just hitting it with a hose! Thank you very much! I am extremely phobic about fires! I feel more confident about this situation now. I want to Express my Gratitude for adding the extra measure of safety!!!!
I've watched several other videos and she is the only person to take it apart. I appreciate the female detail explanations since I am just learning why my units stop working after 3 years! Did not know! This is not included with papers for new unit!
Right? All the guys start with the A/C 'prepped,' (meaning already taken apart) which does nothing for a newby trying to get over the fear of 'messing with machinery.'
I happened upon your video last year and I can't thank you enough! I have a giant 12,000 btu old A/C that was barely running. I took it outside, took the cover off, and proceeded to wash it with the water hose. I avoided the control panel. Let it dry. It runs almost like new. You saved me so much money and I'm so proud of myself. Who knew you could do this? You did! Again many thanks!!!
jamnjam Which part is the controller panel im a teen so sorry if i sound ignorant
Infinitive the part with the wires attached to the motherboard. underneath the part where you push the buttons
+Eli_Finesse I'm sorry I didn't see this til today. The control panel is the electronics parts on the front. The buttons and display that you definitely don't want to get wet. When you wash the AC, only wash the back part of it. I'm about to do another AC tomorrow. It's been icing over and it's time to clean it.
Becky!!! I cleaned my AC unit because of you!!! I’ve had headaches and sinus issues and believe they stem from my window AC unit. After watching your video on how to do it I felt confident to do mine. Boy am I glad I did!!!! There was a wet sludge and what looked to be mold inside. I cleaned it out so good that it looks brand new. You made it really simple and let me know it was ok to clean it on my own. Thanks a bunch for your insight 💕
Did your allergies get better hun?
How often should this be done ??
Thank you, thank you, THANK YOU! Me and my fiancee did just this today and although it was an all day thing, our AC unit is now running like brand new and thanks to your tips its sparkling clean and debris free!
Thank you soooo much Becky! We have a large unit in our kitchen window and it has gotten to where it hardly even blows on high :(
It's too heavy to remove, but I'm going to do the best I can to clean it. Luckily we have linoleum floors (not wood) and plenty of bath towels ;) I can't wait to try. Thanks again! Update: 15 minutes later, IT WORKED! If I wasn't already married, I'd marry you ;)
My window unit had lots more screws and electronic controls, and was much more difficult to disassemble....but I did it!! I used the camera on my phone to take pics as I went along so I would be sure to get everything back in place. I used Glad Press n Seal over the electronic components to protect them from moisture, but still tried to avoid wetting the area. Just be warned that the job could take much longer than you expect, especially if your unit hasn't been cleaned before or has heavy mold build-up like mine did. Very good instructional video.
Camera is a great idea. I do that to on complex assemblies and the like too.
As one of the last people who actually does this (widow, wall ac service ) for a living the only way to do it right is to disassemble down to the base pan.and that's about a $300 fee. They get moldy and slimy for sure
I did this a now my unit won’t turn on , I let dry over night and it looks great but now it won’t turn on , the test and reset bottom clip and it acts like it’s going to turn on but doesn’t :(
@@steely_mike - Respect for the pros, for sure. Problem is, though, you can buy a whole new A/C unit (especially the smaller ones) and still put money back in your pocket, for less than the cost of one servicing. Me, I'd never toss something I could fix, but plenty of people would and do, that's the sad truth. Guy further up the comments chain said he's reclaimed a bunch of discarded A/Cs from the alley and after cleaning them up like this, they worked fine! This video will keep my little bedroom unit running well for a long while, I guess.
@@FunkyTownPrincess Re-disasemble and check all of the wires and electronics to make sure you haven't accidentally disconnected anything while working on it. If not, you may have unfortunately gotten the capacitor or something else wet and shorted it out. Hope this helps!
A lovely woman, living a wonderful life _and_ sharing the tips and lessons with us? Wonderful! I've subscribed and look forward to watching and following along with my daughter.
Way to go! Thanks so much for showing me how to do this. I'm a guy and have NO clue on how to clean my window units lol.
OMG, you built your own log cabin? Wow. I think it's really awesome to see women who are interested in building and repairing stuff. Can't wait to see some of your other videos.
Ladies, don't ever let anyone tell you that you can't do something. This woman is proof that you can do and accomplish anything you want to.
Have been cleaning my window units for a while. Needed one on how to clean a Frigidaire. Her model is exactly the one I have. Will clean it tmw. Also I installed a FIRESTICK on my old tv after being told by a tv tech is was not possible. Well, ii ignored him, bought the converter,(4th try) and now I can watch TV in my living room. Cancelled cable and did sign up for Sling for 25.00 a month. Sure beats 100.00+ I was paying which I can't afford. So glad for you tube. Good for how to videos and recipes... Not so much political ones but I can use alternate sites so no big loss....btw I just turned 73. You're never too old to learn something new👍
Wow.....your know how and calmness while doing things is so amazing..subscribed ..thnx
I gotta tell ya Becky, you inspire the heck outta me girl.
Me too
Thanks for this very helpful video and For the inspiration. My biggest concern was how long it would take to dry out and as you said two hours was long enough. I also use the fan to help it along. Also, I did mine in my bathtub. Anyone who's going to do this in the bathtub I recommend using a rubber mat so that you don't scratch your tub. Also have a screen handy to catch all the leaves that may go down your drain and it helps to have a showerhead that has the ability to be removed and has some flexibility. The ability to change to different spray pressure settings helps as well. Thanks again!
Thank you!!
i have asked so many men if this could be done . some didn't know and others said you can't take them apart. this video is awesome. thank you so much for the info.
Haha men know it can be done and also know if we admit we know we will be asked to do it more than likely.
@@down4thecause Spot on! Unless she peaks my interest, I'm not changing her oil, replacing brake pads, cleaning AC units lol.
Just did a deep clean and appreciate the tips. A couple of things I learned that could help other people. #1 - the styrophoam surrounding the hamster wheel is in 2 pieces. You can take a razor blade and make 2 cuts on the black foam/tape pieces. Once cut you take off the top piece and then the bottom. Making it easy to do a deeper clean on the wheel #2 - To accelerate the drying process I used a blower. It cut my drying time to 30-45 min. #3 - If you use Lime Away or CLR on any rusty parts, especially the fins just be prepared that if you brush them after the fact they will probably fall off.
Becky; thinking it over, and taking heart from your low-keyed presentation, I thought: what the heck. While I didn't take the unit out of the window or use a hose, I DID take the screws off the faceplate and cleaned the fins using a vacuum cleaner... man was it filthy... then I used warm wet paper towels to clean the inside of the faceplate and put it back together... man; talk about night and day: my AC has gone from a trickle of cold air to never so powerful as now.
You're my hero Becky, especially during a heat wave. thank you so much.
That is a great fast wash, but ya must take it apart soon and really clean er out so it keeps working. Next year it may not work as well unless ya do the whole job, as ya can see it is really easy, and if ya don't have a yard, Bathroom TUB, Thank you Bkz81 for this tip as well, I love ya all, you are all so wonderfully folk helpful, can't wait for the next video, fells like a homestead family, so wonderful to visit, Thank you Becky.
Maybe I need do that for now but I really need clean it good soon as weather changes it so hot in Tennessee right now
@@nancyhfranco4334 - No way, Dr. Nancy, no way: I'm now 70, I live alone and, while I currently store the AC in the closet 9 months of the year, which is a simple up & down (with sometimes an intermediate pause onto the bed which is halfway between up & down... and oh, by the way: I just moved the AC yesterday, on my birthday, back into the window from its winter quarters on the closet floor) of, I don't know, maybe 50 lbs?
Anyway, the tub is a whole other kettle of fish: pick up the AC, see if I can make it thru the narrow bedroom door while holding it, then thru the narrow bathroom door (ditto) and then how am I going to set it down in the tub while avoiding another hernia and worst of all, eventually taking it OUT of the tub & somehow back into my bedroom window... unless, that is, you want to do it for me, doc? And anyway, tada!: no hose in the bathtub. You don't just helter-skelter jump into a large project without thinking it through, step by step, and I can guarantee you this: a new AC unit would be cheaper than another hernia operation, trust me on this.
The real value and lesson of Becky's video is her upbeat can-do attitude, which is a treasure that she shares with anyone who comes here.
Thanks for the advice. I live in an apartment and can't my unit out of the window. I will do what you did.
Becky, thanks for this amazing video. I'm tackling 2 air conditioners this weekend. Your instructional video was very informative, insightful, and to-the-point. Your channel is my new favorite channel on YT!
Hi Becky,Thank you for sharing this video. Me and my brother just took out my 4 year old air conditioner same brand as the one have here except mine is a 10,000 BTU. After watching your video we took the back panel off and front panels and were able to get to all the dirt, The only thing we did not do is use the water hose although I wish I had but either way my air conditioner is as clean as it was when I bought it new. It is no re installed and I notice now it has better power and blows better. What we did was we took a spray bottle and put some dawn dish liquid and some warm water in and we followed all your steps except for using the hose. We tilted the unit up on a table and sprayed it with the spray bottle a good several times and took a sponge and paper towels and just wiped it clean. I also took the vaccumm cleaner to get the excess dirt out. But come next summer I will use the water hose just like you did on yours. Thanks again this was very helpful. Now this is something I can do once a year to my unit and help pro long the life of it
You are my new best friend!! Hubby said we needed a new window a/c but I cleaned our old one with YOUR help and it works like new! Thank you!
That's a great home method to doing it with the dish soap instead of buying an industrial cleaner (I have some environmentally friendly cleaner since I work for a maintenance company, so that's what I use since I have pets). I also take off the Styrofoam pieces to get better access. Some folks might be objected to this but you can also add a tiny bit of bleach or vinegar to the spray mixture for cleaning the panels to help with stains, tough build ups, and mildew in the unit. Plus to avoid any future head aches, if the screws look like they are degrading badly (rust, stripping on the heads for the bit) get some replacement screws and have them just in case, make sure they are stainless steel. Thanks again for a great video Miss Becky.
Only use the bleach or Vinegar on the panels, never use bleach or vinegar on or even near that Styrofoam, Thank Yo Matt, great tip.
I love to watch your videos. When I first started raising chickens, I took a lot of your advise. I have enjoyed my chickens now for over 3 years and they have given me so much joy to watch and I have learned so much about God's creatures and how amazing they are.
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you do this once a year (usely in the Spring) you will not have any problems with your ac, (also everytime I would find a a/c in the trash, I would take it home & clean like she did) it would work 100% of the time!
yeah, lots of people don't like to clean dirty things or work for that matter...
Thats great people just throw things without giving it a try to clean or fix it they just rather buy something new when maybe its not needed unless its completely broken good for you that u take those acs
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Yes brother I use do that also before the leg & hip problems... After cleaning them up and and maybe a few adjustments you can make a decent buck selling them as used and refurbished A/C's.
Yes! I needa clean my window unit since it ain't outputting no air "clogged fins more and likely".
My small 5000 BTU unit in my bedroom was hardly "cooling" at all, I thought it was old and needed to be replaced. I had already Googled the directions to the nearest Home Depot. As an afterthought I decided to check out TH-cam just to see how to clean the old thing up before spending any cash. The temperature was 84 degrees in the room with the ac running. Miserable, with a capital M. I watched Becky's video and followed directions. Amazing ! The room temperature is now 72 degrees at mid afternoon in my room now. Comfortable. Capital C. I never made it to Home Depot. Kept my money in my pocket, and I'm about to take a nice, cool nap. Thank You Becky !
My AC is working and I'm proud of my accomplishment. Thank you!!
I don't even know why I watched this in bed at 4:18 am.. but I did. And I was mesmerized for some reason... like a late night infomercial that mind controls you... love it.
Yeah, Loved this video. As a woman I really like it when I see us doing home projects. Every video I watched of men doing this made me laugh as they all bought expensive chemicals from the hardware store to do this and all the women used a few drops of dish soap. I live where the humidity is low but the wind blows a lot and there is open desert blowing dirt into the unit. Your video made this look easy. Time to tackle the window A/C for me!
Followed Becky’s exact instructions to clean my AC.
She was right on, so much gunk inside.
I really thought I would need a new one.
My AC is humming right along, despite my reservations.
Now my home is nice and cool, with nice clean fresh air flowing thru!
Thank you Becky!
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I'm 2 hours deep into a manic episode and just found what I'm gonna spend the rest of it doing. Thanks!
I am two. I’m trying to choose between cleaning my green room and cleaning my ac units
Thank you so much! I thought all was lost when my AC units got dirty. I watched another AC cleaning video after yours, and the guy took the whole thing apart inside a workshop. Thank God I don't have to do that! I love the idea that I can squirt it clean and just use a soft brush to finish cleaning any hard spots. You are the best! I love your channel and all the education you give to everyone on TH-cam! God bless you!
Awesome job. I have done this but it is enjoyable to see someone else do the same as I have done. The unit is freed up of mold and mildew and works more efficiently which now saves on power and doesn’t have to works as hard to cool room. The air passing thru smells better as well. I love doing stuff like this 😁😁 satisfaction of doing something yourself is a great feeling ! Just discovered your Chanel and am looking forward to watching more.
I am loving Becky! She’s so down to earth and explains things in a great manner that aI can follow. Yay! THANKS FOR YOUR HELP!
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Loved it. Just a heads up, but if you're inclined, you can also get coil cleaner that pros use for the radiator/evaporator assemblies. It bubbles and breaks up even the most gunked on stuff. Works like a charm.
phuturephunk I saw that on another video and think *I* will try that because unlike Becky my window AC has been mistreated for the past two years and could use a deep, deep cleaning. I was about to post down here to ask about whether the pro stuff is recommended. Thanks!
Ooo I would like to have some of that. thanks.
phuturephunk Just use oven cleaner and rinse off...
I have watched people use coil cleaner and the results were poor. However I personally think they should have left on longer before rinsing. Also I like her Dawn solution bc I know how good it works and I don't have to worry with any chemical inhalation or residue.
@@sandyk8594 I used the foam coil cleaner and mine was so dirty that within just a few minutes the foam turned dirty and was dripping basically half dirt. I had to do it a few times then scrubbed it and my coils look entirely different. Before my 8000 BTU couldn't even keep my 9x12 room under 83-85 degrees in the back corner when its been above 105 degrees outside during the day and at night when it was 80-85 my room was still above 75 degrees. I prefer the foam over the pink coil cleaner but maybe its because the pink stuff I used was decades old.
Clearly this woman is really successful/powerful as a person in general, but the first thing I thought when she started talking was "She is so adorable and I want to hang out with her. She seems like THE REALLY COOL AUNT!" Props to you, Becky. Mad props.
Hey Becky, Great productions. My wife had me moving our window air conditioner three days ago, coincidentally I watched this video that morning. This air conditioner is an older unit that a friend gave us last wee. I followed your instructions and took it out of the window and dissected it in the backyard and cleaned it out. I reinstalled it into the living room window and boy does it work great.
Oh, hey, by the way, I e mailed you regarding you video and audio equipment. I am waiting for your reply. You bust be a busy gal. You are so inspiring. Thanks again.
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I'm really glad I found your video. My family and I are pretty sensitive to mildew and mold, but we are in an area where it's too hot to not use the ac. Every time it has gone on, though, someone's had a coughing fit. I wasn't sure if it was an item designed to fail just to be replaced, or if I'd be able to clean it myself.
Thrilled to say that after this video, the unit works great, smells fine, and I didn't have to shell out for a new one!
I'm so glad I found this tutorial, I knew I should be able to do this myself...it shows everything I needed to know, especially how to take it apart
Yep, definitely dispells the fear factor. Going to do mine this weekend!
Thanks for the informative video. This is definitely helpful to me. My window a/c unit is filthy and I had absolutely no idea how to even begin to clean it. Now I feel pretty confident that I can handle it. Thanks Becky!
I would give 2 thumbs up if I could. Love the intro. It is refreshing to see the alternative living and building things yourself. You're awesome. Also props to the camera operator. A+ Now I have an AC unit I have to go clean.
Becky's you've just made my summer! Just finished cleaning out an old AC unit thanks to your video! Thanks so much for sharing such clean instructions!
I sure needed this information. I didn't even know you could open it up and clean it. Thanks for sharing this video.
Thank you Becky of "Becky's Homestead"!!! You explained this for me exactly how I can understand! I knew that this was a possibility to do but didn't know the "How"!? You are an amazing lady who explains thing's the way I can understand. Tomorrow is going to be 95° plus Humidity in Cleveland, Ohio! Thank you so much!
Hello how are you doing?
You're a great inspiration for us 'do it your selfers'. I was about to do the same thing with my friend's window AC because it leaks into the house. Spaying the parts with mild detergent is an excellent tip that I'll use. By the way, your video was the best one on TH-cam for cleaning a window AC.
I just want this woman to give me a hug. She seems like such a pure soul. ❤ Thank you so much for this video. I was ready to just buy a new AC unit after opening mine and seeing all the filth, but I’m confident I can just take care of the one I have.
Wonderful video Becky!! I saw this and a couple of other videos and cleaned one of my units and it works so nice now!!! Also, we have 2 of the exact same granite (or marble) tables! Have had them for 30 years. They are VERY Heavy!! Thanks!! 👍
OMG, Becky.... You are a lifesaver!! First let me tell you I am NOT a mechanically inclined person. The thought of taking my A.C. apart and cleaning it terrified me. Actually, I was not even aware that a window A.C. needed to be cleaned. So, after 10 years of use you can imagine how filthy and gunked up it was. Mildew, slimy algae, dead decayed leaves.... Nasty. Not to mention all the built up dust and crud in the fins. I followed your tutorial exactly and am thrilled with the results. The only thing I did different was to use coil cleaner instead of dishsoap. And you are right.... SO EASY!!!! Thank you!!!!!!
The world need more women like this :)
It's amazing how refreshing it is to see a woman that can handle DIY things like this
Thank you SO much for this clear, easy to follow tutorial. The a/c I worked on was filled with dust, black mold and wet sludge. It is now clean and most importantly, no longer a health hazard!
Yeah just the fact my dearest friend Patrice how are you doing today my friend
Thank you so much, we now have cold AC in our room again! God Bless you for making this great video! Keep being positive and loving! Peace! Nick in Austin, Tx!~
Becky you are the real Wonder Woman! You have found the key to life! 🙂
I love this lady. She is the best. I really do admire everything she does.
You just saved me $20.00 thank you! I was literally at a pic nic table with the same A.C. unit wondering how to clean this piece of equipment. I am sooooo grateful!
Wow! 1st of all, THANK YOU SO MUCH for making this video. 😁 You're an excellent teacher of something I never imagined I could do myself. -- Instead of (as I usually do) throwing out my window a.c., I now believe I can clean it just like you did. (So you helped save me money that I really can't afford to waste.)
2nd, I had to rewind a few times, bc I got a little distracted from your photobombing doggies and kitty. 😀😀 They're all so cute!!🤗🤗 So glad you kept this video up for so long. Hope you're still living an awesome life in your beautiful homemade home. 😊
Thanks Becky, You are a life saver. My ac was leaking all in the bedroom. You saved me a lot of money.
Deborah Henry same problem here. Will be cleaning mine in a few hours. Hopefully I'm not one who messes it up, like others on here. Lol
Did this in my landlords $45,000 bathroom with a detachable shower head, though mine is the digital model of an older 2004 model kenmore which I will not replace as i love it, and your video was helpful even though yours has knobs, I just took the digital panel off and ran a hair dryer over the circuit board, put it back together and plugged it in 30 minutes later and it works! Thank you so much!
I did 3 of them today and it took about 3 hours to take them apart and wash them. I hope I can get them all back together. Thank you so much for your clear instructions. I referred back to it on getting that front panel to pop free. A couple were easy, one, a bit of a challenge, but in the end, they all came out pretty good. One is REALLY old and rusty in the base, but it's clean in the parts that matter. I sprayed a bleach solution on all the areas that looked like black mold. Scary what's in these things!! I'll be planning to do this annually or at least every couple years.
Great video, Becky. Thanks to you I finally understand how to get the a/c unit apart and clean it. Well done.
I had water spraying into the room when I had the A/C window unit on. Because of this video I was able to clean all the gunk out of my window unit myself and now it works very well! Thank you so much for posting this. Saved a lot of money!
Ms. Becky, my new go to hero.. thanks for this great tutorial!!
I'm so glad I found you! I can't wait to watch more of your videos. But this is the first project that needs doing! My A/C froze up again overnight and now I'm blowing the ice off with a desk fan, sweltering! This is my after work project today!
You're awesome. You're very detailed with your instructions which is always good.
You need to have a television show. You got the talent for it. So enjoyable to watch.
Nobody watches tv..
thanks for this Ms. Becky. My window type air-con needs a full maintenance because it's already filthy and it's one year old. Now I know what to do. kudos! :)
*air conditioner
pvmiii432 get a life.
I have one, Joel. The item is an air conditioner.
pvmiii432 lol
@@pvmiii432 - What's a pvmiii?
I needed a good guide on how to do this the disassemble and reassemble part and you did a marvelous job at explaining it and thank you to the camera man for doing such a good job getting all your work in there this really helped and inspired me
Great job Becky. It's Summer and I have a few ac units to clean thanks a million
Thanks Becky for saving my life! My AC was leaking and didn't know what to do...thank God I saw your video. When I opened up my AC boy was it ever filthy...but I put it in the tub and cleaned it out like new...I did make sure it was very dry before I plugged it in and that I waited to turn it on after installing it to let the refrigerant settle, also made sure I did not wet any electrical components or get water on the compressor...now no more leak and works great!
finally the best video for cleaning air conditioner..step by step.
The video hasn’t even started and I love her already!
9:20
"Dis some good ass soap water" *licks*
R U an ahole?
@@rosaryforfamily3984 lol he's talking about the dog drinking the soap water in the background. just making a lighthearted observation
🤣 I said out loud to the dog “not sure you want to do that mate!”
This was so helpful. I almost threw out this little Frigidaire that was black with mold. My kids and I cleaned it up after watching your video with minimal disassembly!! thank you!!
Hello how are you doing?
If you live in the city and don't have a yard put it in the tub, lol. Informative video, thanks.
I was thinking about that too. Only because I am disabled and if I can't get outside... glad to know that worked also!
Bkz81 😂😂😂
Bkz81 I put It in my shower 😂😂
Jimbo Jones Hopefully people are smart enough to use a drain hair catcher but I doubt it.
That’s what I did in my downtown apartment. A handheld shower nozzle helps too
I had some condensate dripping in to my room, the context I got from this video helped me fix that for now - I'll try and clean my own AC. Thanks!
I'm so glad you posted this! I've been looking for a video that takes apart the whole thing! Thanks! :)
Thanks Katie! I happy you like it.
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+Paperclown agree with you
+Paperclown What solution would you recommend? My unit needs to be cleaned badly.
finally a reasonable person efficiently & thoroughly quickly illustrates and explains how to clean my air conditioner
Thanks Good Job
It seems like every day is a lot of work but you never ask yourself , " Why am I doing this , again ?" like you would in a 9 to 5 existence . This is for me . I am so tired of working toward someone else's goals .
Oh my gosh Becky, I knew my air conditioner needed cleaning but I was afraid of tackling it thinking it was a daunting task. Your excellent 'how to' presentation has dispelled all my fears and I'm going to attack it today! Thanks for the nitty gritty!! 😘😄👍🏼+sub
Becky ...one brilliant lady ..... very informative ..loved watching and learning ..thank you Miss Teacher you :)
Hello dearest Vickie how are you doing today my dearest
Becky I’m so glad I found you! I was so nervous to clean my son’s air conditioner but this video makes me feel comfortable. Thanks!
Hello Becky. Just came accross your channel bu accident. I thinks it's awesome selling everything and starting a new life such as yours, so natural. Thought about doing the same thing a few times myself. Well, Good luck and congrats.
Hello, Becky...Best video on the subject, hands down. It's absolutely astounding how filthy an air conditioner gets. I am starting to wonder if I have been feeling lousy for most of the summer because I've been breathing in mold and God knows what else for many hours per day, nearly every day this summer, as it has been so hot and humid here in the Mid-Atlantic US. I would be willing to bet that almost NOBODY actually takes the time to perform this critical maintenance. I live in an apartment complex, which makes the cleaning process a lot more challenging because it is not feasible for me to take my wall unit outside, nor do I have access to a hose, etc...Maintenance departments should be obligated to provide this service annually at no extra charge.
Thanks for this vid. love the dragon fly who was chilling out on your table at 2:51 :) itd be so nice to live like that!
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What a wonderful video … many will appreciate …
I’m a retired HVAC tech and just want to add one very important point … the condenser fan blade has a ring all around the outside … (most do anyway)
It is placed there to help with removing heat from the coils by the ring slinging the water from the pan that the cooling side has removed and drops into the pan for drainage and for the condenser fan to then sling that cold water into the condenser coil for heat removal … unfortunately this … over time collects dirt and then creates a Matt that isn’t very visible because it’s hidden behind the shroud … and the condenser fan pushes the air out … these new units don’t make it easy to clean that Matt build up very easy … older units had a removable top cover where then a nozzle could easily remove the build up after presoaking as you demonstrated very well.
In these models the only way to clean it properly is to soak as much as possible using your method working around the fan blade … multiple times might be necessary … depending on how much dirt is in the air around your neighborhood and Matt buildup on your condenser. Then using a nozzle as you demonstrated blow water from the outside towards the fan blade will at least remove some of the Matt buildup … then carefully try to nozzle additional Matt off by going around the fan blades … but carefully because you don’t want to bend those blades or the fins also and create vibration if you accidentally bend the blades or block air flow with bent fins.
All need to be aware that all fins on an air conditioners are made of aluminum and are very soft and will bend easily so bushing on them only in a up down fashion and water jetting only straight on or up & down as well don’t want bend those fins with the brush or water jetting as well.
This Matt build up on any condenser is the most important part of cleaning any AC unit because if the heat isn’t removed properly the ac unit needs to run longer to remove the heat from inside your dwelling costing you money and if the problem persists long enough the excess heat will cause the compressor to fail as well, then you’re looking at replacing the whole unit all because the Matt build wasn’t removed or cleaned properly.
Your video was great just trying to help everyone out by supplying some additional useful information.