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...

Does Saving Energy Mean Saving Money?

Jared Kuzia This article appeared in the Nov/Dec 2020 issue of This Old House Magazine. Myth #1: Closing...

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...

Recommended Thermostat Settings for Every Appliance in Your Home

Nat Rea Many devices in your home rely on a thermostat to tell them when to run and...

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....

Propane vs. Oil Heat: Which Is Best For Home Heating?

iStock The choice between propane and oil for your home’s heating system type can significantly impact your comfort...

Installing Central Air Conditioning: A Comprehensive Guide

iStock Installing central air conditioning can make a big difference in your home’s comfort and even your property...

Естественная вентиляция в частном доме: принцип работы и правильная организация

Качественная вентиляция в доме – это не только комфорт, но и здоровый микроклимат. Многие ошибочно считают, что эффективное...

How To Install a Ceiling Fan

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

6 Best Ductless Mini-Split Air Conditioners (2025)

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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...

8 DIY Humidifier Ideas

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

HVAC Air Balancing: What You Should Know

Nat Rea Some homeowners know the struggle of trying to achieve home temperature homeostasis, which is a made-up...

How to Remove an Old Fuel Tank

Sarah Chasse For the last three years, since moving into their 1909 Arts and Crafts house in Arlington,...

All About Plumbing

Mike Last Your plumbing system is to thank for comfortable showers, clean clothes, and flushing toilets. When it...

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...

How to Cool a Garage

iStock Garages can be a place of refuge for some folks and for others, a place of business....

9 Items in Your Home That Can Be Ruined by Low Humidity

iStock Low indoor humidity can wreak havoc on your home, damaging your furniture and creating dry, itchy air....

How to Remove Air Pollution in the Home

We all want homes that are comfortable and energy efficient. But all our efforts to replace drafty windows,...

Everything You Need To Know About Smart Thermostats

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