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Northern California is no stranger to winter storms that blow down from the Arctic. Their winds sometimes cause power outages, which leaves many scrambling for emergency heat sources. Planning ahead gives you a chance to locate products that are reasonably safe to use for heat, as well as those that keep you naturally warmer.

Before the colder weather descends, take a little time to winterize your HVAC system. It will perform more efficiently and dependably and may meet the conditions of your warranty. HVAC systems are rugged, but they do need maintenance to perform as the manufacturer intends.

A moisture problem underneath your home is a cause for concern. The related humidity effects can be serious and can include unpleasant indoor odors, unhealthy mold growth, pest damage, structural decay, foundation movement and HVAC system deterioration. Here's a helpful primer on the possible causes and what can be done to solve the problem:

Thanksgiving is a wonderful time for family and friends to get together, relax and celebrate with tons of great food. Unless you're the one hosting, in which case you're the one making most of the food and there's no time to relax.

While using a fireplace or wood stove inside a home provides exceptional warmth and creates an inviting atmosphere, it might be harming the indoor air quality (IAQ), just like it does to outdoor air periodically. You may hear local warnings about using wood burning fireplaces or wood stoves on certain days.

As ductless mini splits gain popularity in the U.S., certain ductless technology myths just keep hanging on.

Mankind has relied on fireplace warmth for centuries to keep their living spaces comfortable. Since the invention of modern heating, fireplaces now supply supplemental heating and more often, an inviting atmosphere. Some fireplaces are still manufactured to heat the house, but if yours isn’t, use these tips to get more from it.

Simply put, the end of daylight saving time can affect the comfort settings you currently have on your HVAC system, especially if you use a programmable thermostat. To prevent any loss of comfort or waste of energy, here are some steps to take when the time falls back.

If you've never changed your furnace filter (which is the same as your air conditioner filter), you might need someone to show you how the first time.

Searching for air conditioner reviews online has become the first step in the selection process for many homeowners looking for an HVAC contractor and new equipment. While the internet is a solid resource for making some purchase decisions, it’s not always entirely reliable for HVAC equipment.