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How-to window insulation
Home Improvement
Shelley Frost

Here’s How to Draft-Proof Your Home

A drafty house can increase your utility bills since your HVAC system has to work harder to keep your home at your desired temperature. Finding the drafty areas and stopping the air leaks can help.

Three outdoor central AC units
Home Improvement
Rowan Guthrie

What to Know About HVAC Efficiency Ratings: SEER, EER and HSPF

As long as your furnace or AC continues to do its job, you’re unlikely to think about its efficiency rating. But you should — because just as a leaky faucet can run up your water bill, an inefficient HVAC system can result in higher energy costs.

smart thermostat
Home Improvement
Hannah Stephens

How Much Does a Smart Thermostat Cost?

Smart thermostats work by turning off your furnace or air conditioning units when you don't need them. However, it's essential to balance these savings against the higher cost of a smart thermostat.

zoned electronic HVAC damper
Home Improvement
Katelynne Shepard

What Is HVAC Zoning — and How Can I Use It to Heat and Cool More Efficiently?

A traditional HVAC system can have difficulty maintaining temperatures over multiple levels or large, sprawling ranches, but you don't have to suffer or put window ACs in every bedroom. That’s where HVAC zoning comes in.

Aprile Air whole house humidifier and its PVC drain pipe
Home Improvement
Shelley Frost

Whole-House Humidifiers and Dehumidifiers De-mistified: Everything You Need to Know 

Humidity issues make your home uncomfortable, but they can also cause issues like mold growth or damage to wood furniture. A whole-house humidifier or whole-house dehumidifier could solve your issues.

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Home Improvement
Shelley Frost

Duct Tales: A Homeowner's Guide to Ductless AC Systems

A ductless air conditioner is an option for homes without ductwork or in areas that aren't part of your current HVAC system. Here's what you need to know about installation, operation and maintenance.

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Home Improvement
Shelley Frost

UV Lights in Your HVAC System? Here's Everything You Need to Know

UV lights for HVAC systems are used to help kill germs in your heating and cooling system to sanitize the air and improve your home's air quality.

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Home Improvement
Hannah Stephens

How Much Does It Cost to Install an Energy Recovery Ventilation System?

Energy recovery ventilation systems help keep your home well-ventilated and reduce energy loss. However, installing an ERV system can be expensive, and they're not the best option for every home.

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