Mark is a seasoned green industry veteran and freelance writer based in Georgia. His work encompasses all things garden, landscape, home improvement, and DIY, with a focus on sustainability. Mark ...
Though the name might suggest otherwise, heat pumps can both heat and cool your home while saving you money on energy bills. Millions of Americans have installed these energy-efficient systems to ...
Worried about your HVAC unit? Uncover the signs that your dated unit is (or isn't) just blowing hot air and how to tell if it ...
When your HVAC system was new, it was designed to keep the indoor environment comfortable, functional, and safe. Over time, that system can drift out of alignment, leading to wasted resources, ...
Your HVAC system is likely responsible for roughly half of your home's energy consumption, yet many homeowners unknowingly ...
In a column published in July, I wrote about the Mitsubishi mini-split heating/air conditioning system that was just installed in my house. In addition to the required outdoor heat pump, there is a ...
Check simple issues first like thermostat settings, dirty filters, or blocked vents. Look for leaks, blown capacitors, or electrical problems. Call an HVAC pro for anything complex or needing special ...
Regular maintenance is more important than you think. Use it to your advantage and save on HVAC costs in the long run. Alexandra Jones is a CNET contributor who writes about food, farming, gardening, ...
Some house noises are creepy, while others might indicate something that can chill most homeowners to the bone: an HVAC problem. These interferences can come in the form of a hissing, popping, or ...
If you’ve ever had a significant problem with your gas-powered HVAC system, you’ve probably heard the term red-tagged. (And if you haven’t yet, there’s every chance you will someday, given that most ...
Mike De Socio is a CNET contributor who writes about energy, personal finance, electric vehicles and climate change. He's also the author of the nonfiction book, "Morally Straight: How the Fight for ...