Wall Ac Unit Installation
First, realize that wall ACs are deceptively heavy. They look like a small suitcase but weigh as much as a very stubborn toddler. You’ll grunt. You’ll shuffle your feet. Your neighbor will watch.
Pro tip: Never attempt this alone. Two people make it a comedy of errors. One person makes it a tragedy of crushed toes.
The manual says “lift with your legs.” The manual also says you’ll have fun. The manual is a liar.
You Will Now Fight Your Window
Most windows aren’t square. They’re angry trapezoids of wood and paint. You’ll shove the AC in, and it will stick halfway, mocking you.
That’s when you discover the secret: WD-40 is your best friend, but also your worst enemy. Spray too much, and your entire room smells like a mechanic’s armpit.
Quirky fact: Some old windows are so crooked, you’ll need a level. But you don’t own a level, so you’ll use your phone. Then your phone falls. Classic.