Skipping HVAC filter replacements seems harmless, but it triggers a chain reaction of problems for your home and health. Here ...

Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...

Rebecca Brill is a writer whose essays have appeared in The Paris Review Daily, VICE, Literary Hub, and elsewhere. She runs the Susan Sontag's Diary and the Sylvia Plath's Food Diary accounts on ...

Every homeowner at some point in time has asked this question: Is this just a tough time for my AC, or has it quietly given ...

Fortunately, with the right products, skilled and certified HVAC duct cleaners can restore aging HVAC systems without the ...

Whether you have a gas furnace, a heat pump or something else, regular upkeep can save you money and keep your home's air cleaner. Andrew King is an award-winning journalist and copywriter from ...

When certain rooms in a home are consistently warmer or cooler than others, there may be an obvious cause, like an uninsulated exterior wall or drafty windows. But that's not always the case. If ...

Routine maintenance is essential to extending the life of your HVAC appliances, and purchasing an HVAC warranty is the first step. The right warranty covers parts and labor costs when you’re ...

Adjusting your thermostat at night. The Department of Energy recommends keeping your thermostat at 68-70 degrees during the day and lowering it at night. Setting your water heater to 120 degrees.