After 10 years in print journalism, Nick transitioned to the home improvement space. He has specialized in maintenance, mortgages, home warranties, moving, car shipping, home security and more for 7 ...

With frigid temperatures, heating and air conditioning companies are bracing for a surge of calls. The intense cold puts ...

An HVAC system brings home comfort, but not many homeowners have any idea what energy it wastes when in less-than-optimal condition. With inefficiency and poor maintenance, this translates to ...

When certain rooms in a home are consistently warmer or cooler than others, there may be an obvious cause, like an uninsulated exterior wall or drafty windows. But that's not always the case. If ...

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 ...

With dozens of options in HVAC tapes, determining which one is right for your job is critical. It’s important to consider factors like UL Listings, the type of surface the tape must adhere to, and ...

Federal rules that took effect in 2025 quietly rewired how new home air conditioners and heat pumps are built, yet many ...

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, ...