Heating and Cooling
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Covering Your Air Conditioner Condenser Unit
Cover your air conditioner condenser with plywood for the winter. If you wrap it with plastic, it'll rust.
Clean Your AC Condenser Unit
Annual central air conditioner maintenance saves you money by increasing its efficiency and preventing breakdowns. You can complete the chore in an hour.
3 Easy Furnace Repairs
Keep your high-efficiency gas furnace running with these 3 easy furnace repairs (Bonus: 2 repairs that you should never attempt on your own).
Water Around Furnace Means Clogged Condensate Drain
If you notice water around the furnace, the condensate drain may be clogged with slime. Fix the problem with chemical tablets and a larger drain hose.
DIY Air Conditioning Service Repair
Our experts shows you easy DIY solutions for the most common central air conditioning repairs. You’ll be up and running sooner and will save the expense of a service call.
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Heat Reducing Window FilmInstall special window films to reduce heat gain from sunlight or reduce heat loss in cold weather. It’s a quick and easy task.
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3 Types of Electric Heated FloorsLearn about three different types of heated floors and how to install them yourself.
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Do it right. Do it yourself.The Family Handyman is proud to announce the DIY University. Courses that give you the confidence and know-how to get the job done right.
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Home Air Cooling TipsWindow air conditioners or central air aren’t the only way to cool down a hot house. Check out these alternative solutions for making…
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Electric vs. Hydronic Radiant Heat SystemsChoose the best infloor heating system. We cover the pros and cons of electric systems and hot water (hydronic) systems for comfort and space…
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5 Things to Know About a Geothermal Heat PumpWe list geothermal energy pros and cons to help you decide whether this system is best for your home.
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How to Install a Duct Booster FanBring more heat to a cold room or more cool air to a hot room by installing a duct booster fan. Installation is simple, even if you have to…
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Is Duct Cleaning Necessary?Don't assume that you need heating and cooling ducts cleaned unless you actually have excessive dust and debris or mold in them. Unless…
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16 Ways to Warm Up a Cold RoomWarm up a room without using a plug-in electric heater. Consider built-in radiant floor or ceiling heating, duct booster fans, toe-kick heaters,…
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How Hydronic Radiant Floor Heating WorksIf you want to add an addition but your furnace can’t handle the additional load, think about installing hydronic radiant floor heating.…
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How to Save on Heating Costs in an ApartmentIs your apartment uncomfortably cold in the winter? Here’s how to warm it up without increasing your energy bill.
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Do Your Own Furnace Maintenance This WinterHere are 8 things to check before you call a pro to repair your furnace, plus some tips for warming up a cool room this winter.
