Even in the warmer months of the year, you should regularly monitor your furnace filter's condition -- and replace it as needed -- to keep your family safe and your furnace in good working condition.

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 ...

Running your furnace, central air, or heat pump probably constitutes a big part of your utility bill. But it’s a small, often inexpensive part—the air filter—that keeps these heating and cooling ...

The world is, quite literally, on fire. The wildfires of the American West are precursors to more fires each and every year. We must face that new normal. And even though we’ve made some strides to ...

From picking the wrong filter type to making costly HEPA missteps, knowing these HVAC air filter mistakes can help you avoid ...

Air filters play an essential role in the overall air quality in your home, and help improve the efficiency of heating and cooling systems. They trap dust, pet dander, pollen, and other airborne ...

Consumer Reports has no financial relationship with advertisers on this site. Hidden away in your basement or attic, the air filter in your HVAC system is something you probably don’t think about much ...

AUSTIN, Texas — Airflow1 has announced a clogged filter monitor, called the CFM-GM, that signals the ideal time to replace HVAC air filters, which the company says can help homeowners keep a cleaner ...

As wildfires continue to burn across Canada, air quality warnings have been issued throughout the country. During times of poor air quality, experts advise staying indoors in a cool, air-conditioned ...

So winter is upon us, and that means you'll need your HVAC system in tip-top shape. And no, you don't need to cover your HVAC unit this winter; you just need to maintain it. For many people, HVAC ...