Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...

A puddle of water around your furnace can be an alarming discovery. Alexander Siv of Amherst Plumbing and Heating deals with this issue often in his line of work. “If your furnace is leaking water, ...

Q. I know I don't know too much about this type of thing, but I do know when something's wrong. And something is definitely wrong with our furnace and air conditioner. I came downstairs a few days ago ...

Always On Air ACS reports clogged AC drain lines are a growing cause of sudden cooling shutdowns, prompting increased ...

People are surprised when water starts pouring out of their air conditioning system. It’s the last thing they expect to see. Where is all that water coming from and what you can do about that? Both ...

Check thermostat settings, filters, and fuel supply first when your furnace blows cold air. Call an HVAC technician for issues like sensor failures, clogged burners, or duct leaks. Skipping routine ...

The 1980s brought forth the first condensing gas-fired appliances we dealt with: 92% efficiency furnaces. Those first-generation condensing furnaces had more than their share of glitches, which gave ...

ENERGY SAVINGS: According to Lennox Industries Inc., replacing an older furnace that is 60 percent efficient with one that is 98 percent efficient can save homeowners up to $11,469 over the life of ...

BEWARE: Acid condensate might not sound like a supervillain, but in the world of high-efficiency condensing boilers, furnaces, and water heaters, it’s a very real threat. September 20, 2025 Every day, ...