Split-system air conditioners have a compact outdoor unit, containing one or more compressors, which serve several indoor air handlers. Rigid conduit circulates refrigerant back and forth between the compressors and ...

Egyptian cotton reigns supreme when it comes to popular bedding nowadays. However, do you know why this is? And does it even really matter? For ages, cotton was merely seen ...

It’s not too late to ensure that your home, from outside in has been poked, prodded, and provided for when it comes to winter care. Below are some steps you ...

To reduce indoor pollution from insulation, plywood glues, gas stoves and oil-fired furnaces in a highly insulated house, it’s a good idea to ventilate the home during the day or ...

Big or small stove? Are you trying to choose between one large wood stove and two smaller ones? Usually one large one works better. It takes larger chunks of wood, ...

You can save water-heating costs (about 15% for an average home’s energy bill) by reducing the amount you use, its temperature, and heat loss from pipes and tanks. Try some ...

Holes and cracks in concrete only get worse if left alone, especially in colder climates with freeze/thaw cycles. As long as you’re patching a hole, it’s a good idea to ...

There are several possible reasons why a door might bind. The screws may no longer hold the hinges securely, one or both hinges may be set in a mortise that’s ...

Basic warm-ups Maximize the effect of passive solar heat in winter. Keep all the curtains and shades open during the day on the side of the house where the sun ...

It’s easy to perk up the look of any room with a bookshelf makeover. Turn your bookshelf into a creative display that adds artistic style and transforms your furniture beyond ...

Now before you begin to tackle any of the other home improvement jobs that are waiting for you, you might want to see about the task of repainting your home. ...

These plumbing tips will help you keep your pipes and home plumbing faucets and fixtures in good working order. Turn Valves On and Off Turn main water supply and fixture ...