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7 Things to Know About Rockwool Insulation Before Installing It in Your Home

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How to Install a Thermostat

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7 Types of Fans You Might Need in Your House

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Heating & Cooling

The Great Debate on How Often HVAC Ducts Should Be Cleaned

By Timothy Dale

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4 Crucial Furnace Cleaning and Maintenance Tasks to Complete Before Winter

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All You Need to Know About Ceiling Fan Direction

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How To: Build a Faux Fireplace

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How To: Stack Firewood

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expanding foam insulation

The Dos and Don’ts of Using Expanding Foam Insulation Around the House

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The Best Storm Windows Options

The Best Storm Windows for Added Insulation

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Replacing Air Conditioner Pipe Insulation for Maximum Energy Efficiency

By Donna Boyle Schwartz

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By Alexa Erickson

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The One Drawback of Thermal Pane Windows You Probably Didn’t See Coming

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Heating & Cooling

I Installed the New Ecobee Smart Thermostat in My Old House—Here’s What Happened

By Timothy Dale

9 Furnace Troubleshooting Tips from the Pros

9 Furnace Troubleshooting Tips from the Pros

By Christopher Solomon, Bob Vila

How to Use a Fireplace

Fireplaces & Chimneys

How To: Use a Fireplace

By Katelin Hill, Bob Vila

Fireplace Refacing for an Easier Remodel

Fireplaces & Chimneys

So, You Want to… Reface Your Fireplace

By Glenda Taylor, Bob Vila

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Fireplaces & Chimneys

Gas Fireplaces 101

By Merv Kaufman, Bob Vila

Expansion Tank Diagram

Expansion Tanks: What Are They and Why Are They Important?

By Donna Boyle Schwartz

How to Change a Furnace Filter

Heating & Cooling

Change Filters Frequently to Optimize Furnace Efficiency

By Donna Boyle Schwartz, Bob Vila

How Often You Should Clean Your Air Vents

Heating & Cooling

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

Radiant Heat vs. Forced Air

Radiant Floor Heating 101

By Joe Provey, Bob Vila

How To: Choose a New Boiler

By Donna Boyle Schwartz

How to Clean a Stone Fireplace

Fireplaces & Chimneys

How To: Clean a Stone Fireplace

By Manasa Reddigari, Bob Vila

12 Beautiful DIY Fireplace Ideas

Fireplaces & Chimneys

12 Beautiful DIY Fireplace Ideas

By Michelle Ullman

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

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

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The Best Way to Heat a Home with High Ceilings

Zoned Heating Diagram

Control Temperatures and Save Energy with Zoned Heating Systems

By Donna Boyle Schwartz

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Kickspace Heaters 101

By Donna Boyle Schwartz

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Baseboard Heating 101

How to Bleed a Radiator

How To: Bleed a Radiator

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

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?

By Donna Boyle Schwartz

New Air Conditioning for Old Houses

New Air Conditioning for Old Houses

How to Build an Outdoor Fireplace—and Extend Patio Season

Fireplaces & Chimneys

So, You Want to… Build an Outdoor Fireplace

By Glenda Taylor, Bob Vila

How to Build a Fireplace - Masonry

Fireplaces & Chimneys

Planning Guide: Fireplaces

By Michael Franco, Bob Vila

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

Heating & Cooling

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

By Donna Boyle Schwartz

6 Things Every Homeowner Can Do to Prevent Chimney Fires

Fireplaces & Chimneys

6 Ways to Stop Chimney Fires Before They Start

By Manasa Reddigari, Bob Vila

Cleaning Air Ducts

Heating & Cooling

What Would Bob Do? Cleaning Air Ducts

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Fireplaces & Chimneys

Firewood: What Type Should You Use?

By Jennifer Noonan, Bob Vila

Gas or Oil Furnace - Which Is Better?

Heating & Cooling

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

By Glenda Taylor, Bob Vila

7 Reasons to Never Skip Your Yearly HVAC Checkup

Heating & Cooling

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

By Glenda Taylor

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

3 Reasons to Caulk Before Winter

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

By Katelin Hill, Bob Vila

5 Reasons to Schedule a Chimney Inspection

Fireplaces & Chimneys

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

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

By Glenda Taylor

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

By Manasa Reddigari

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

Draft Dodgers: 8 DIY Creations to Keep Out the Cold

By Sara Carpenter

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Heating & Cooling

What You Might Not Know About HVAC Filters

DIY Baseboard Heater Covers - Before

Spruce Up Old Baseboard Heaters with Stylish DIY Replacement Covers

By Donna Boyle Schwartz

Radiant Heat Pros and Cons

The Pros and Cons of Radiant Heat

Air Conditioner Leaking

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