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Running your furnace, central air, or heat pump probably constitutes a big part of your utility bill. But it’s a small, often inexpensive part—the air filter—that keeps these heating and cooling ...

Ever see sunlight streaming through a window, lighting up particles of airborne dust? It's not a pretty or comforting picture, but for most homes, there's a simple solution. Ever see sunlight ...

GREENSBORO, N.C. — Ugh. Your AC isn't working the way it should. It's a common summer problem. Consumer Reports says the average call to an HVAC repair shop amounts to $250, but you might not have to ...

Given that the average person in the U.S. spends 90% of their time inside, indoor air quality can have a significant impact on overall health and well-being. But many people overlook one common ...

Consumer Reports has no financial relationship with advertisers on this site. Hidden away in your basement or attic, the air filter in your HVAC system is something you probably don’t think about much ...

Clean the air in your home and protect your HVAC system with one of these top-performing air filters from CR’s tests Thicker filters do their job better and require less frequent replacement, but not ...