Tom spent 20 years running his own contracting company, working as a building mechanic and operating as a carpenter. Now he creates solar, home security, moving and home warranty content content for ...

Optimizing HVAC systems with new technology can result in a domino effect of benefits. One great example is the high-volume, low-speed (HVLS) fan. These fans can boost HVAC system performance, ...

On Jan. 3, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) published a final rule establishing test procedures for measuring the electrical consumption of furnace fans and blowers in weatherized and ...

Nick has seven years of experience in the home improvement industry. He started his career marketing for dozens of flooring providers and related home services across North America. Today, he is a ...

Proper selection of component fans used in HVAC equipment continues to be a primary consideration in strategies to increase cooling efficiencies in data centers. Newer fan technology and pending fan ...

Running a fan is notably cheaper than running an AC unit. Fans don't cool the air, but simply move it around, which can make the space feel more comfortable. For best results, homeowners should run ...

Want to know the differences between bladeless fans vs. regular fans? When summer heat rolls in, the right fan can mean the difference between a sticky, sleepless night and a cool, comfortable one, so ...

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Thom Dunn Thom Dunn is a writer focusing on home heating and cooling. He once ...

[WJCarpenter] had a common HVAC problem; not all the rooms got to a comfortable temperature when the heater was working to warm up their home. As often happens with HVAC systems, the rooms farthest ...

Q: Since I retired, I've noticed our gas forced air furnace takes 4-5 hours to return the house temperature 5 degrees from setback. There are 8 perimeter heat outlets (ranch home) plus 3 in the ...