Systems

Surge protectors are a must

Suck out damp dryer exhaust fast

Find the best balance of airflow and efficient filtration

When the temperature drops, a portable space heater can be a convenient source of supplemental heat for your home. One...

A mini-split system can be mounted anywhere and is an economical alternative for ductless homes.

Let fresh air in, keep dust and pollen out

Choose a forced-air garage heater or a low-intensity infrared heater to make your garage warm and comfortable.

Use rigid duct with insulated duct sleeve for an oven exhaust fan.

Furnace filters are often hard to get hold of. Before installing them, I make a “grip tab”

Stop the wobble and make your fan run smoothly in 15 minutes.

It's easier than you think, even on an angled ceiling.

No more hot water? You may need a new thermocouple.

Be safe—keep the water heater temperature setting at 120 degrees F.

If you suspect furnace problems, try these 8 quick furnace fixes you can do yourself before calling a pro.

Get the water out of a clogged condensate drain with a few simple steps.

Stay warm in the midst of a deep freeze by checking these furnace issues.

We all know that water expands when it freezes. That’s not a problem with the ice cubes in your freezer,...

Simple solutions for common water heater leaks.

Save your hot water heater with a new thermocouple!

Fine tune your heating and cooling system

Filters that The Home Depot sells have a rating system called “FPR,” which stands for Filter Protection Rating, and is...

Upgrade your fan with a ceiling fan remote.

It varies, here's why.

If you're negligent about replacing your furnace filter regularly, listen up. It's not only costing you clean indoor air, you'll...

Install a new dryer vent cover in about 30 minutes

Add one attic fan to vent multiple bathrooms

Clean lint from the dryer exhaust duct quickly and easily