Heat Pump vs. Furnace: Understanding the Differences

Choosing between a heat pump and a furnace impacts your comfort and energy costs. According to the U....

How to Upgrade to a Heat Pump System

Meg Reinhardt This article appeared in the Summer 2023 issue of This Old House Magazine.  Thinking of adding...

Prepping Your Furnace for the Winter Months

iStock Turning on a heater after a long time can yield an unwelcome surprise. Imagine it’s the season’s...

8 DIY Humidifier Ideas

Tria Giovan/GAP Interiors During the cold winter months, we rely on our heating systems to keep our homes...

What You Need to Know About the Freon Ban

The air conditioning refrigerant Freon has been banned in the U.S. since January 2020, prompting major changes in...

How to Quiet Noisy Ducts

Question: The metal ductwork in the ceiling of our finished basement pops and bangs every time the furnace...

Choosing the Best Firewood to Heat Your Home

iStock The warmth and ambiance of a crackling fire are hard to beat on a cold winter’s night....

How to Do Fall Furnace Maintenance, and Why You Need To

Keller & Keller As the leaves change and temperatures drop, it’s time to turn your attention to furnace...

Too Much Dust

iStock Q: My mom has a forced-air heating and cooling system, and her home always seems very dusty....

How To Install a Ceiling Fan

Alamy With the right tools and careful attention to safety, most homeowners can successfully install a ceiling fan...

Introduction to Home Air Conditioning Systems

Getty Images/iStockphoto Air conditioning is an essential part of modern homes, especially during hot summer months. Since its...

Everything You Need To Know About Smart Thermostats

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Take the edge off your energy bills – meet the heat pump water heater

You probably don’t spend much time thinking about your water heater. And why would you? Maybe you cursed...

How to Smartify Your Home

Automatic Shades Lutron’s Smart Bridge ($120) triggers the brand’s Serena remote-control shades (from about $349) to open when...

How To Install a Window AC Unit

Dreamstime Installing a new window air conditioning unit can offer much-needed relief during hotter months, especially in homes...

Geothermal Heat Pumps: Complete Installation and Operation Guide

The evolution of home heating and cooling technology has brought us to an remarkable intersection of efficiency and...

How To Install Central Air Conditioning

Anthony Tieuli Tired of feeling hot and sweaty indoors during the warmer months? Consider installing central air conditioning...

The Basics of Home Heating Systems

Richard Trethewey screws an aluminum track into a joist bay at the TOH TV project house. The tracks...

10 Ways to Warm Up a Nonworking Fireplace

A nonworking fireplace doesn’t have to be a cold, empty space in your home. With a little creativity,...

What To Do if Your Fridge Stops Cooling

Your refrigerator is perhaps the most important appliance in your home. When it suddenly stops cooling, your groceries...

Heating and Cooling Solutions

Achieve ultimate comfort with advanced heating and cooling systems tailored to modern homes and businesses. Learn about energy-efficient technologies and maintenance tips to keep your environment cozy year-round. Whether upgrading or troubleshooting, find reliable advice to optimize performance and savings.