Heating & Cooling

Winter Fan Rotation: More Heat For Less Money

Ceiling fans are a great invention. First developed in the 1860s, these fans get the air moving...

Open Concept Kitchen Pros And Cons

The "open concept" kitchen trend, which began back in the 1980s, is still going strong. Decorators,...

Cost To Clean Ducts In House

Do you start coughing or develop a scratchy throat every fall when you turn on your furnace...

Home Radiators Are Leaking

The story of home radiators begins in the 19th century and features a motley cast of characters,...

Install Thermostats On Radiators For Efficiency

Does your Chicago heating system rely heavily on old steam radiators? You're not the only one...

What Size Heater Do I Need?

Sizing a heater for a specific space can be a lot like buying clothes on the Internet. You...

My Air Conditioning Is Too Loud!

Whether you live in Manhattan or suburban Tulsa, air conditioning that's too loud provides...

Factcheck: How Wasteful Are Steam Boilers?

Vintage boilers are common in older apartment buildings and homes, complete with their delightful...