Heating & Cooling
Keep your air conditioner and furnace running efficiently with these DIY repairs and routine maintenance projects.
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What is R-Value and What Do You Need to Know About it
As the weather changes and thermostats are set up or down, the R-value of your home’s shell plays a critical role in keeping you comfortable.
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Why You Don’t Really Need to Clean Your Ducts Every Year
Don't assume that you need heating and cooling ducts cleaned unless you actually have excessive... -
Outlet Insulation Stops Cold Air Coming Through Electrical Outlets
Stop drafts cold at electrical boxes with these easy outlet insulation tips. -
Drafty Patio Door? Weatherstripping Stops Drafts Cold
Stop patio door drafts! -
Installing Electric Heaters
Learn about running a separate electrical circuit for the heater, running cables, plus how to... -
How to Adjust a Mechanical Thermostat
Fine-tuning tips for better furnace performance. -
Simple Furnace Fixes
If you suspect furnace problems, try these 8 quick furnace fixes you can do yourself before... -
How Cold Is the Polar Vortex? Find Out in 11 Photos
As wind chills hit -60 F in areas of the U.S. strange things started...
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Water Around Furnace Means Clogged Condensate Drain
Get the water out of a clogged condensate drain with a few simple steps. -
Deep Cold? Make Sure You Check These Furnace Issues
Stay warm in the midst of a deep freeze by checking these furnace issues. -
13 Silent Signs Your Furnace is Failing
If your furnace is beginning to show signs that it's struggling to keep up with... -
How to Install a Gas Fireplace
Complete DIY instructions for installing a direct-vent gas fireplace -
How to Build the Best Fire in Your Fireplace
Try this method for building the best fire in your fireplace. -
What You Need to Know About Foam Board Insulation
Foam board insulation is easy to use and is a great DIY way to add... -
How to Install a Duct Booster Fan
Fine tune your heating and cooling system
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How to Buy Furnace Filters at The Home Depot
Filters that The Home Depot sells have a rating system called “FPR,” which stands for... -
Common Types of Insulation, and When to Use Them
Here are the most common types of insulation and when you might use them. -
What is a Reasonable Temperature for a House in Winter?
Everyone has their own preference for what is a reasonable temperature for a house in... -
How to Heat Your House When the Power Goes Out
Heating systems need power. Even natural gas, propane and oil furnaces often use electricity for...
