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How Much Electricity Does a Space Heater Use?

If you're in the market for a portable electric space heater, remember to consider the operating costs. Here's what you need to know.

The Best Smart Thermostats of 2022

Find the best smart thermostat to control, adjust and monitor the temperature of your home directly from your smartphone or...


How To Buy a Heat Pump in 2023

New energy incentives make this a great time to install or upgrade a heat pump.


3 Most Eco-Friendly Heating Systems for Your Home

Whether you're replacing your HVAC system or adding more heat in your spare room, here's how to make it ultra...


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A Homeowner’s Guide To Furnaces

Along with the water heater, the furnace is your most important home appliance. Here's a guide to understanding yours and...

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New 2023 Energy Tax Credits and Rebates You Can Use to Make Your Home More Energy Efficient

How to finesse your home's energy efficiency by using the new rebates and tax incentives for HVAC, solar and more.


What to Know About Replacing Gas Appliances in Your Home

From heat pumps to induction stoves, here are the appliances you can install to switch away from gas — and...

How to Stack and Store Firewood

Want to keep your firewood organized and dry? Here's how.


World’s Whitest Paint Could Eliminate Need for Air Conditioning

Will this game-changing new paint really change the way we cool down buildings?


8 Best Room Air Conditioners

We examine the best single-room air conditioners for surviving sweltering temperatures. This collection promises less sweaty days and more sleep-filled...


8 Tips for Installing Home Air Conditioning

If you're considering a central air conditioner install for your new or existing home, consider these tips before making any...

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8 Types of Air Conditioners

Looking to buy an air conditioner? Here's a roundup of eight air conditioner types, along with how to assess which...


Stop Believing These Summer Maintenance Myths

Believing these myths might actually be costing you money!


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What to Do Within the First Year After Moving Into Your New Home

When you move into your new home, there are a number of cleaning tasks, basic projects and upgrades to consider....


4 Best Camping Heaters for Tents

Keep warm this camping season with one of these highly rated camping tent heaters available online.


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What’s the Best Thermostat Setting for the Summer?

Too hot? Too cold? Stay comfortable and save on energy bills by figuring out what temperature to set your thermostat...

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21 AC Maintenance and Home Cooling Tips

Whether you have a whole-house or one-room air conditioner, don't make it work harder than it should. Follow these tips...


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11 Myths About Saving Energy at Home

Reap the rewards of energy savings by ignoring these myths.


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Choosing Your Best Heating System for the House

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


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What’s the Ideal Temperature to Set Your Thermostat in Winter?

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


10 Ways to Insulate Your Home Without Opening Up Walls

Don't live in an under-insulted home just because you don't want to destroy your walls.


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10 Simple Ways to Stay Warm This Winter and Lower Utility Bills

The weather outside is frightful, but it doesn't need to feel that way indoors. These fixes help keep the cold...


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5 Most Common Heating Problems

Don't be left out in the cold. Learn more about common heating problems, what causes them, and some solutions here.


Furnace Humidifier not Working? Replace it

Replacing old furnace humidifiers with energy efficient ones is better than repairing them


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9 Air Conditioner Myths You Really Need to Stop Believing

No, your air conditioner is not going to give you a cold. Learn what other AC myths you can stop...

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Cool Your Home and Conserve Energy (and Money)

Ductless mini-split AC systems provide more comfort than a traditional ducted system.


Seeing ‘Through’ Insulation

When you need to work in a specific spot in the attic (to mount recessed lighting, for example), drill a...