Ceiling fans
A cooling breeze can reduce your need for air conditioning.There are some important things to know about purchasing and installing ceiling fans.
Maintaining your fireplace
Proper maintenance of your fireplace is important to make sure it's working efficiently and safely.
Sealing your fireplace damper
Old, worn fireplace dampers allow conditioned air AND your energy dollars to go up the chimney! Find out how to stop the leaks.
Preventing air leaks
Some fireplaces can be a big source of air leaks in your home. Find out what options are available to keep warm air in your house without letting it go up the chimney.
Prepare for the season
Before you ignite flames in your fireplace, make sure you get it professionally inspected and cleaned. Chimney sweeps check your fireplace inside and out and even the roof. All of this is to make sure it’s ready for winter and to keep you safe.
Fireplace myths
Fireplaces have been a trusted heating source for homes for centuries, but are they energy efficient?
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Learning thermostats
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A/C tune up
Learn how professionals tune up your air conditioner and get some tips on how you can keep it running at peak performance.
Getting a new furnace
Shop and compare when choosing a new furnace. Look for the yellow Energy Guide label to see how one unit stacks up against another.
Ductless mini-split system
A ductless mini-split system provides heating and air conditioning to spaces where a traditional ducted system won't work.
Fix leaky ductwork
Leaks in your ductwork mean the air you've paid to heat or cool is not getting where it needs to go. Find out how to diagnose and fix this common problem.
Installing a heating and cooling system
One of the biggest purchases a homeowner can make is to install a new furnace and air conditioner. Learn what you need to know when faced with this big decision.