You don't need to shut off the entire house. Just turn off the corresponding
ac unit switches in the switch box , which usually is located in your
garage.. You may also want to discharge the capacitor before unwiring it to
avoid any possible electrical shock, which could be dangerous. There are
three heads on the capacitor: c, f, anf h. You can use a screwdriver to
touch the tip of c and f, and then c and h to discharge. You can find many
videos on youtube showing you how to replace the capacitor. They are very
helpful.. Please watch them prior doing it., especially if you haven't done
so before. Hope this helps.