It's about this time of year, we always seem remind Iowans to replace their furnace filters, which is important, and it's something you can certainly do yourself. But, there's more you can do to help ...

Q: Do furnace ducts ever need to be cleaned? We’ve lived in our house for 27 years and have never had the ducts cleaned. A: In most cases, regular duct cleaning is not necessary. Often, you can do ...

Homeownership comes with what feels like a never-ending to-do list. One important task on that list is ensuring your heating and cooling system is properly maintained. You should be replacing your ...

A musty odor coming from your furnace could pose a health hazard for you and your family, though other minor causes can be ...

If your gas furnace keeps cycling on and then turning off within a minute or so, it might be the result of a dirty flame sensor. Most gas furnaces have a small sensor designed to shut off the furnace ...

There is no avoiding winter. If you live in the Chicago area, you need to be ready for it. Part of that readiness involves making sure your furnace is tuned up and ready so that it doesn't fail on a ...

Electric bills are rising, and people are looking for ways to cut consumption and costs. This is the seventh in a series of energy-saving tips. Previous articles can ...

With October being Fire Prevention Month and as colder weather moves in, Upper Burrell firefighters are urging homeowners to clean their furnaces and chimneys — and make sure their smoke detectors are ...