As a rule, temporary HVAC is left up to the imagination of the contractor, and it is usually based on carrying a bare minimum cost to the project. I have even experienced HVAC subcontractors carrying ...

The modern air conditioning system cools an indoor space by using the refrigeration cycle. This refrigeration cycle works by controlling the level of energy in the system’s refrigerant: Some parts of ...

Buying a new HVAC system is one of the most important purchases you can make for your home. Consumer Reports indicates that more than 75% of U.S. homes use air conditioning, and 90% of new homes are ...

A new HVAC system is not a trivial investment. We asked an HVAC pro to fill us in on likely costs and how to tell if a system needs replacement.

Winter might still be a few calendar pages away, but early fall is prime time to give your heating system the TLC it needs. Once the first cold snap hits, HVAC pros start booking up fast. Acting now ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over seven years of ...

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, ...

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 ...

Whether you have a gas furnace, a heat pump or something else, regular upkeep can save you money and keep your home's air cleaner. Andrew King is an award-winning journalist and copywriter from ...

More than nine out of 10 homes (91%) have central air or a window air conditioning, according to the U.S. Census. Experts recommend getting your AC unit serviced or tuned up ahead of summer. Simple ...