Homeowners who have waited for this heat wave before thinking it might be time for an HVAC tuneup could find themselves sweating before their technician can arrive. Warren Lupson, an adjunct professor ...

Winter might still be a few calendar pages away, but early fall is prime time to give your heating system the TLC it needs.

Cleaning air vents improves air flow, making it easier for warm air to heat the home. Air vents should be cleaned at least once a year, with late spring or early fall being the ideal time. Dirty air ...

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 ...

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, ...

A home warranty might save you money on HVAC repairs, but coverage and cost varies by plan. Some or all of the mortgage lenders featured on our site are advertising partners of NerdWallet, but this ...

Dusting more than usual these days? On top of the other never-ending chore list of sweeping, mopping, laundry, and all else, no one wants to spend more time than they should swiping up unsightly dust.

To select our top picks, we started with all 24 companies on our home warranties guide, then eliminated all companies with a star rating below 3.5, leaving 16 companies. To narrow it down further, we ...