Use this mainly as a quick gut check, not a precise test. “The two‑minute light test is a good go or no‑go check,” says Kerr, ...

Between the rising cost of living, high-profile layoffs and a tumultuous investment landscape, many Americans are looking for ways to cut their spending and live more frugally. Unfortunately, with ...

Q: I turned on my furnace for the first time this year, and it made the whole house smell musty. I checked the filter and found it caked with dust, so I replaced it with a new filter, and the indoor ...

Dirty HVAC filters restrict airflow and degrade system performance. Overheating, breakdowns, and costly repairs can result from neglecting to change your HVAC filters. Changing or cleaning your HVAC ...

Even in the warmer months of the year, you should regularly monitor your furnace filter's condition -- and replace it as needed -- to keep your family safe and your furnace in good working condition.

Changing the filter for your home’s heating, ventilation and air conditioning system, or HVAC, is one of those tasks you probably forget to do as often as you should. Some people may even be unaware ...

So winter is upon us, and that means you'll need your HVAC system in tip-top shape. And no, you don't need to cover your HVAC unit this winter; you just need to maintain it. For many people, HVAC ...

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Q. I’m having trouble changing the filters in my air conditioner. Every year I have to call a repairman just to change the filters. There are two filters on top of the fan, one on either side of the ...

Becca Lewis is home maintenance writer who aims to foster confidence in and inspire DIY enthusiasts at all skill levels. Becca attended Southern Connecticut State University, where she studied ...