Frigid temperatures put a lot of strain on home heating systems, and homeowners need to know what to do if their system — whether a furnace or heat pump — stops working in the cold. Kevin Brasler, the ...

Hybrid heating systems consist of both a heat pump and gas furnace, offering heating flexibility. But are they a necessity or ...

Staying proactive with cleaning, filter replacement, and system checks is an essential aspect of extending the lifespan of your investment.

Most disposable air filters last three to 12 months. Life span varies by model, but in general, the thicker the filter, the less often it needs changing. But the filter thickness you use is dictated ...

Nicholas agrees, adding that a system flush prior to a new boiler installation 'is important as it will help protect your new boiler's warranty, and ensure that there's no existing sludge and ...

Unless you live alone, there's a good chance you've clashed with partners, roommates or family members over just how warm your home should be in the winter. It's a debate as old as the HVAC system ...

It's not as simple as having a tree-hugging son. Making the switch to a heat pump takes a little more forethought. Mike De Socio is a CNET contributor who writes about energy, personal finance, ...

Jim Cotton is the founder and CEO of Harvest Systems Inc. He receives funding from the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada, Ontario Centre of Innovation and Boltzmann Institute ...