A dirty cabin air filter can do a lot to decrease your comfort. Here's when you should worry about replacing it, as well as how often it needs to be checked.

The forced-air heating and cooling systems that keep our homes comfortable year-round require very little maintenance. In most cases, all you must do to keep the equipment operating at peak efficiency ...

Every year when I pull my air conditioner out of storage and reinstall it, I'm worried about whether my window unit managed to survive the colder months. This year when I turned it on, I was worried ...

Air filters provide a vital service for your car engine. They keep dust, dirt, sand, debris and the odd insect from entering the engine. Replacing them at regular intervals improves fuel economy and ...

It’s easy to forget, but we wouldn’t recommend it. Getty Images Changing your air filter is one of those out-of-sight, out-of-mind household chores that’s often neglected. The truth is, however, that ...

Some home tasks tend to slip through the cracks—until you realize they’re way overdue. Changing your home’s air conditioner filters is likely one of those tasks. Understanding how often to change your ...

Many office buildings, residential homes and apartments have an air conditioning system. This could be anything from a portable unit, a wall-mounted unit or an HVAC system. Air conditioners come with ...

Air filters help keep your engine clean, and they should be replaced frequently to keep your vehicle running smoothly. The air entering your intake needs to be filtered to prevent dirt and other ...