Heating and Cooling

Year-round comfort requires a fully functioning furnace and AC—ditto the ductwork and the insulation. Your heating, ventilation, and cooling systems work together to keep your home at a perfect temperature, so it’s essential to ensure all parts are up to the task. Browse our library of heating and cooling articles to maintain an energy-efficient home and source reliable pros you can trust with your indoor air quality.

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Jun 12, 2025
Jun 12, 2025
Average costs of HVAC inspections vary based on house size, location, and type of HVAC system. Follow our easy guide to gauge your home’s HVAC inspection cost.
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May 29, 2025
May 29, 2025
A heater is essential if you spend any time in your garage. Find out the average garage heater installation cost based on fuel type, run time, and labor.
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May 20, 2025
May 20, 2025
New AC compressor costs depend on factors like the compressor’s size and type. Read on to learn more about ac compressor cost factors, in this guide.
Woman using home AC unit
Aug 1, 2025
Aug 1, 2025
Will an annual tune-up extend the life of your air conditioner? Read on to learn the average cost of an AC tune-up, and whether it’s worth the price tag.
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Apr 3, 2025
Apr 3, 2025
Entering your home should remove a chill, not create one. If your house is colder than the outside, talk to a pro to find the cause and fix it.
woman adjusting wall thermostat
Aug 8, 2025
Aug 8, 2025
If you use a heat pump for warming your home, you’ll want to understand when to use the different modes for emergency heat vs. heat.
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Keeping your home cool all summer can be a challenge. Read on to learn the pros and cons of dual-home air conditioners.
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Mini split versus heat pump: which one to choose? Explore how these energy-smart HVAC systems stack up in cost, comfort, and efficiency.
Couple paying bills at home
Poor airflow and high energy bills? It might be static pressure. Learn what it is, how it affects your HVAC system, and how to get it under control.
warm feet on a tile floor by a baseboard heater
Find out the average baseboard heater installation cost, key price factors, and ways to save. Get transparent, expert-backed estimates to plan your project.
Evaporative air conditioning on the roof
Get transparent, up-to-date swamp cooler repair cost info to learn what impacts pricing and how to save on your next swamp cooler repair.
A baseboard heater
Discover the average wall heater installation cost, key price factors, and expert tips to help you budget and save on your next home heating project.
Window air conditioning unit
Factors such as labor and parts impact the final price of repairing a window AC unit. Learn all of the costs associated with window air conditioner repair.
Woman turning on home air purifier
Find out the average humidifier repair cost, what impacts pricing, and how to save. Get expert tips to budget for your humidifier repair.
A person wearing headphones relaxes on a gray couch while looking at their phone in a bright living room.
Wondering what’s causing that noisy air vent in your bedroom? Here are some of the most common culprits—and how to deal with them.
hvac outside of house
You know filters, fans, and compressors, but do you know what a condensate drain line is? Discover how a small pipe safeguards your AC unit and home from major issues.
Stacks of pink fiberglass insulation batts and rolled insulation on a wooden surface with a framed wall in the background
Crawl space insulation costs vary by size, insulation type, and material. Read this guide to learn how much your crawl space insulation could cost.
Family sitting in cool home
A swamp cooler offers cool, moist air and costs less than an air conditioner. Learn about the costs of swamp coolers based on your home size and type of unit.