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How to Change a Furnace Filter

Change Filters Frequently to Optimize Furnace Efficiency Change Filters Frequently to Optimize Furnace Efficiency

By Donna Boyle Schwartz, Bob Vila

How Often You Should Clean Your Air Vents

5 Things to Know Before Cleaning Your Home’s Air Ducts 5 Things to Know Before Cleaning Your Home’s Air Ducts

By Glenda Taylor, Bob Vila

Too Hot Upstairs, Too Cold Downstairs? Here’s What to Do

Too Hot Upstairs, Too Cold Downstairs? Here’s What to Do Too Hot Upstairs, Too Cold Downstairs? Here’s What to Do

Radiant Heat vs. Forced Air

Radiant Floor Heating 101 Radiant Floor Heating 101

By Joe Provey, Bob Vila

How To: Choose a New Boiler How To: Choose a New Boiler

By Donna Boyle Schwartz

How to Clean a Stone Fireplace

How To: Clean a Stone Fireplace How To: Clean a Stone Fireplace

By Manasa Reddigari, Bob Vila

12 Beautiful DIY Fireplace Ideas

12 Beautiful DIY Fireplace Ideas 12 Beautiful DIY Fireplace Ideas

By Michelle Ullman

How to Clean a Fan

DIY

How To: Clean a Fan How To: Clean a Fan

By Manasa Reddigari, Donna Boyle Schwartz

How to Insulate an Attic

So, You Want to… Insulate the Attic So, You Want to… Insulate the Attic

Expecting Snow? Do These 7 Things ASAP

Expecting Snow? Do These 7 Things ASAP Expecting Snow? Do These 7 Things ASAP

By Katelin Hill

The Little-Known Benefits of Pipe Insulation

The Little-Known Benefits of Pipe Insulation The Little-Known Benefits of Pipe Insulation

Heating a Room with High Ceilings - Warmboard Parquet Wood Floor

The Best Way to Heat a Home with High Ceilings The Best Way to Heat a Home with High Ceilings

Zoned Heating Diagram

Control Temperatures and Save Energy with Zoned Heating Systems Control Temperatures and Save Energy with Zoned Heating Systems

By Donna Boyle Schwartz

Kickspace Heaters - White Bathroom Unit

Kickspace Heaters 101 Kickspace Heaters 101

By Donna Boyle Schwartz

Baseboard Heating - Cover

Baseboard Heating 101 Baseboard Heating 101

How to Bleed a Radiator

DIY

How To: Bleed a Radiator How To: Bleed a Radiator

These Are the 12 Best Things You Can Do for Your AC

These Are the 12 Best Things You Can Do for Your AC These Are the 12 Best Things You Can Do for Your AC

By Michelle Ullman

9 Reasons to Bring Back the Wood Stove

9 Reasons to Bring Back the Wood Stove 9 Reasons to Bring Back the Wood Stove

By Donna Boyle Schwartz

The Pros and Cons of Today’s Most Popular Insulation

The Pros and Cons of Today’s Most Popular Insulation The Pros and Cons of Today’s Most Popular Insulation

By Cody Calamaio

Determine Your Home's Energy Efficiency with a Blower Door Test

All You Need to Know About Blower Door Tests All You Need to Know About Blower Door Tests

By Glenda Taylor, Bob Vila

How Long Does an Air Conditioner Last?

How Long Does an Air Conditioner Last? How Long Does an Air Conditioner Last?

By Donna Boyle Schwartz

New Air Conditioning for Old Houses

New Air Conditioning for Old Houses New Air Conditioning for Old Houses

Which Is Better, Forced-Air or Radiant Heat?

Which Is Better, Forced-Air or Radiant Heat? Which Is Better, Forced-Air or Radiant Heat?

By Michael Franco

How to Build an Outdoor Fireplace—and Extend Patio Season

DIY

So, You Want to… Build an Outdoor Fireplace So, You Want to… Build an Outdoor Fireplace

By Glenda Taylor, Bob Vila

How to Build a Fireplace - Masonry

Planning Guide: Fireplaces Planning Guide: Fireplaces

By Michael Franco, Bob Vila

Is It Time to Replace Your Furnace? Is It Time to Replace Your Furnace?

By Donna Boyle Schwartz, Bob Vila

6 Things to Know Before Switching to a Smart Thermostat

6 Things to Know Before Switching to a Smart Thermostat 6 Things to Know Before Switching to a Smart Thermostat

By Glenda Taylor

Choosing a High-Velocity HVAC System

4 Considerations for Choosing and Installing a High-Velocity HVAC System 4 Considerations for Choosing and Installing a High-Velocity HVAC System

By Donna Boyle Schwartz

Ditch the Ducts: Choose Ductless HVAC for Savings and Comfort Ditch the Ducts: Choose Ductless HVAC for Savings and Comfort

By Donna Boyle Schwartz

6 Things Every Homeowner Can Do to Prevent Chimney Fires

6 Ways to Stop Chimney Fires Before They Start 6 Ways to Stop Chimney Fires Before They Start

By Manasa Reddigari, Bob Vila

Cleaning Air Ducts

What Would Bob Do? Cleaning Air Ducts What Would Bob Do? Cleaning Air Ducts

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Firewood: What Type Should You Use? Firewood: What Type Should You Use?

By Jennifer Noonan, Bob Vila

How to Repair a Noisy Radiator

Noisy Radiator? Here’s How to Shush It Noisy Radiator? Here’s How to Shush It

By Steven Fox, Bob Vila

Gas or Oil Furnace - Which Is Better?

Gas vs. Oil: Which Furnace Is Better? Gas vs. Oil: Which Furnace Is Better?

By Donna Boyle Schwartz, Bob Vila

Heat Pump vs. Furnace: Which Is Right for Your Home?

What’s the Difference? Heat Pump vs. Furnace What’s the Difference? Heat Pump vs. Furnace

By Glenda Taylor, Bob Vila

7 Reasons to Never Skip Your Yearly HVAC Checkup

7 Important Reasons Never to Skip Your HVAC’s Yearly Checkup 7 Important Reasons Never to Skip Your HVAC’s Yearly Checkup

By Glenda Taylor

How a New Roof Can Curtail Your Energy Costs

4 Ways Your Roof Can Save You Energy 4 Ways Your Roof Can Save You Energy

By Glenda Taylor

The Secret to a Warmer, Drier, Faster Finished Basement

The Secret to a Warmer, Drier, Faster Finished Basement The Secret to a Warmer, Drier, Faster Finished Basement

By Donna Boyle Schwartz

Heating Systems 101

Heating Systems 101 Heating Systems 101

3 Reasons to Caulk Before Winter

3 Reasons Why a Sealant Is the Key to Winter-Proofing This Year 3 Reasons Why a Sealant Is the Key to Winter-Proofing This Year

By Glenda Taylor

Drywall vs Plaster - A Guide to Understanding the Differences

What’s the Difference? Drywall vs. Plaster What’s the Difference? Drywall vs. Plaster

By Katelin Hill, Bob Vila

10 Problems That Are Caused by Dry Indoor Air

10 Problems That Are Caused by Dry Indoor Air 10 Problems That Are Caused by Dry Indoor Air

By Jamie Birdwell-Branson

14 Impressive Fireplaces That Feature Tile in a Big Way

14 Impressive Fireplaces That Feature Tile in a Big Way 14 Impressive Fireplaces That Feature Tile in a Big Way

By Katelin Hill

5 Reasons to Schedule a Chimney Inspection

5 Important Reasons to Schedule a Chimney Inspection ASAP 5 Important Reasons to Schedule a Chimney Inspection ASAP

By Manasa Reddigari

7 Places That Could Use More Insulation—And Why

7 Places That Could Use More Insulation—And Why 7 Places That Could Use More Insulation—And Why

By Oliver Harriett

4 Types of Air Conditioners to Consider When Updating or Adding to Your HVAC

Choose the Right AC for Your Home with This Cheat Sheet Choose the Right AC for Your Home with This Cheat Sheet

By Glenda Taylor

16 Simple Tricks to Stay Seriously Warm This Winter

DIY

16 Simple Tricks to Stay Seriously Warm This Winter 16 Simple Tricks to Stay Seriously Warm This Winter

By Glenda Taylor

23 Brilliant Hacks to Help You Weather Winter

23 Brilliant Hacks to Help You Weather Winter 23 Brilliant Hacks to Help You Weather Winter

By Manasa Reddigari

14 Mistakes Homeowners Make Every Fall

DIY

14 Mistakes Homeowners Make Every Fall 14 Mistakes Homeowners Make Every Fall

By Glenda Taylor

Draft Dodgers: 8 DIY Creations to Keep Out the Cold

DIY

Draft Dodgers: 8 DIY Creations to Keep Out the Cold Draft Dodgers: 8 DIY Creations to Keep Out the Cold

By Sara Carpenter

DIY Air Conditioner

DIY

Genius! Cool Off on the Cheap with a DIY Air Conditioner Genius! Cool Off on the Cheap with a DIY Air Conditioner

By Rachel Elmkies

HVAC-Filter-Make-Your-Own-Kit

What You Might Not Know About HVAC Filters What You Might Not Know About HVAC Filters

DIY Baseboard Heater Covers - Before

Spruce Up Old Baseboard Heaters with Stylish DIY Replacement Covers Spruce Up Old Baseboard Heaters with Stylish DIY Replacement Covers

By Donna Boyle Schwartz

Circulator Pumps

This Fall, Tune Up the Engine That Drives Your Hydronic Heating This Fall, Tune Up the Engine That Drives Your Hydronic Heating

By Donna Boyle Schwartz

Radiant Heat Pros and Cons

The Pros and Cons of Radiant Heat The Pros and Cons of Radiant Heat

Air Conditioner Leaking

Solved! What to Do When Your Air Conditioner Is Leaking Water Solved! What to Do When Your Air Conditioner Is Leaking Water

The 21 Most Stunning Fireplaces on the Internet

The 21 Most Stunning Fireplaces on the Internet The 21 Most Stunning Fireplaces on the Internet

By Manasa Reddigari

9 Energy-Saving Home Upgrades That Pay for Themselves

9 Energy-Saving Home Upgrades That Pay for Themselves 9 Energy-Saving Home Upgrades That Pay for Themselves

By Glenda Taylor

11 Stylish Ways to Enhance—or Hide—Your Radiators

11 Stylish Ways to Enhance—or Hide—Your Radiators 11 Stylish Ways to Enhance—or Hide—Your Radiators

By Marie Proeller Hueston