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4 signs your thermostat is failing

The thermostat for your heating, ventilation and air-conditioning system may be leaving you clues that it’s about to die. more

Condensing boiler not working?

The condensate pipe often is the reason your boiler stops working, at least in freezing temperatures. more

Is your new HVAC system a dud?

You spend a bunch of money to install a new HVAC system that will significantly improve your family’s current and hold the line on energy costs, too. more

Learn about furnaces, ratings and cost

Homeguide.com has a new guide that explains furnaces and prices for people in the market for a new source of heat. more

Pilot light problems?

Pilot light problems can be irritating, but they’re not as worrisome as they used to be. more

A tale of two HVAC coils

A central air conditioner or heat pump contains two types of coils, both vital for you to enjoy a warm winter and a cool summer indoors. more

Don’t ignore furnace short-cycling

Some people just shrug when they notice the furnace constantly turning on, then turning off a couple minutes later, only to soon turn on again. more

Bad smells and what they tell you

Some unpleasant household odors are trying to tell you something important. more

An inverter makes HVAC work better

When it comes to heat pumps, inverters will boost the purchase price but also improve energy efficiency, reduce noise level and better regulate heating and cooling. more

A leak in your ductless mini split?

A leak in your ductless mini split? more

And the best smart thermostat is…

ECOBEE tops the list of premium smart thermostats tested by the Wall Street Journal. more

Gas furnace or heat pump?

The relatively new heat pump, now capable of warming homes even in freezing temperatures, is challenging the gas furnace, once a top choice for New York property-owners. more