Heating and Cooling

Year-round comfort requires a fully functioning furnace and AC—ditto the ductwork and the insulation. Your heating, ventilation, and cooling systems work together to keep your home at a perfect temperature, so it’s essential to ensure all parts are up to the task. Browse our library of heating and cooling articles to maintain an energy-efficient home and source reliable pros you can trust with your indoor air quality.

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Apr 2, 2025
Apr 2, 2025
A HEPA filter can help clear airborne particles that plague your home, such as dust and pollen, making the air cleaner and easier to breathe.
Portable dehumidifier sitting in the hallway of a house
Apr 3, 2025
Apr 3, 2025
If your home feels like a rainforest, it’s time to determine why your house is so humid and how to get rid of the excess moisture.
Family playing in the living room
Apr 2, 2025
Apr 2, 2025
If you have dampers in your home's ducts, you can adjust them to control the airflow from your HVAC unit. Learn how to adjust dampers in ducts without the help of a pro.
An attic turned into a minimalistic bedroom
Apr 6, 2025
Apr 6, 2025
If you’re wondering why your attic is so hot, take a closer look at the ventilation, insulation, and your roof to find the best solution for cooling it down.
Mother helping daughter put on coat
Apr 3, 2025
Apr 3, 2025
Entering your home should remove a chill, not create one. If your house is colder than the outside, talk to a pro to find the cause and fix it.
Woman at home reading book and drinking coffee
Apr 3, 2025
Apr 3, 2025
Looking to reduce airborne pollutants and contaminants in your home? Learn the benefits of air duct cleaning and why you should hire a pro for the service.
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Portable dehumidifier sitting in the hallway of a house
If your home feels like a rainforest, it’s time to determine why your house is so humid and how to get rid of the excess moisture.
Mother helping daughter put on coat
Entering your home should remove a chill, not create one. If your house is colder than the outside, talk to a pro to find the cause and fix it.
Woman at home reading book and drinking coffee
Looking to reduce airborne pollutants and contaminants in your home? Learn the benefits of air duct cleaning and why you should hire a pro for the service.
Happy family playing on the floor
A HEPA filter can help clear airborne particles that plague your home, such as dust and pollen, making the air cleaner and easier to breathe.
Mother tickling daughter
Have you ever wondered about return air duct design and the role each part plays in HVAC operation? Learn everything you need to know about these HVAC components.
Family playing in the living room
If you have dampers in your home's ducts, you can adjust them to control the airflow from your HVAC unit. Learn how to adjust dampers in ducts without the help of a pro.
Lettuce growing in an indoor hydroponic garden
Tackling unwanted odors from indoor plants can be tricky. Learn how to use a carbon filter in your duct fan to improve air quality.
An open plan living room and kitchen with gray furniture
Why is my house creaking more than usual? Temperature and humidity changes are common causes. Here's how to know what's going on and how to fix it.
A dehumidifier in the interior of a house
Why is your dehumidifier leaking? Unfortunately, this is a common problem. Read on to learn some of the reasons for this, as well as solutions for how to fix them.
A modern bathroom with a brown wood vanity
Why is my bathroom fan so loud? If your bath fan is making noise, the fix is usually simple. Learn why it’s being noisy and what you can do about it.
A woman relaxing on her sofa
Why is my house so dry? This is a common question, especially during high or low temperature seasons. Learn why your house is dry and what to do about it.
A woman walking barefoot in the house
If you’re feeling vibrations throughout your home, you’re probably wondering why your house is shaking. We found three reasons that this might be the case.