Heating and Cooling Systems

An indoor air quality monitor can detect dangerous gases, chemicals and particulates in your home. Find out how they work...

Baseboard heaters offer powerful, versatile home heating. Discover the two main types of baseboard heaters, and learn which one may...

Find the best heating system for your home by learning what's available and how they compare.

No one wants to replace a furnace. Before it's that time, learn from someone else's experience and possibly save money...

Are you considering purchasing an oil furnace? Let us help you make an informed decision.

Are you considering buying a gas furnace? We can help you make an informed decision.

Here's an overview of what a furnace efficiency rating is, why it matters, and how you can check yours.

Cleaning your baseboard heaters is a snap for any DIYer.

Learn how to warm up a room without using a plug-in electric heater. Consider built-in radiant floor or ceiling heating,...

Need a new boiler to heat your home? Discover what makes boilers unique and learn how to find the best...

Complete DIY instructions for installing a direct-vent gas fireplace

Stop the thermostat wars in your home with this definitive look at the optimal temperature to set your thermostat in...

In the market for a new heating system? When you consider all of your options, here's what you need to...

Tired of dealing with the constant mess and maintenance of your wood-burning fireplace? Consider whether a gas fireplace insert is...

So, you bought — or perhaps inherited — an...

If you're looking to increase livable space in your home, consider moving the furnace into the attic. This installation is...

Save money and increase your heating system's efficiency and comfort by following these simple steps to keep your furnace in...

Colder temperatures mean it's time to dust off and plug in your humidifier. If you're thinking about adding essential oils,...

For extra warmth where you need it most, our guide will help you find the best space heater to keep...

Do you and your pet fight over the thermostat setting? Find out the best house temperatures for your dogs, cats...

Do touch that dial! Finding the best temperatures to set everything in your home can keep you comfortable and save...

Interested in a space heater for your home, but find the options overwhelming? Here are four basic types of space...

Stop drafts cold at electrical boxes with these easy foam outlet insulation tips.

There’s more to winterizing than keeping your heating bill low. We spoke to experts about the best products to protect...

Need a new thermostat? Before the winter chill sets in, upgrade to one that will regulate the heat in your...

How to install a rigid metal duct for a safer dryer.

From cars, boats and lawn mowers to pools, gutters and grills. Here's how to winterize everything around your home.

With drafty doors, windows and poorly insulated rooms, the cold can be inevitable. So what’s a homeowner to do?

A patio heater can make your outdoor living space a year-round gathering place. Learn the basics to determine which heater...