A Virginia retrofit pairs propane and electric to eliminate resistance heat, cut energy costs, and deliver consistent comfort in winter conditions. Ther Rinnai tankless unit being installed. AFTON, VA ...

Timber-frame construction puts gravity and lateral loads into fewer, larger members. It relies on exposed beams and open spans as defining architectural features. That differs from conventional wood ...

Winter storms place exceptional stress on residential and commercial heating systems, often exposing weaknesses that remain unnoticed during milder weather. From extreme cold and heavy snowfall to ...

The Boston Housing Authority is piloting a new type of window-mounted heat pump that's relatively inexpensive and easy to install.

With over 10 years’ experience writing about consumer affairs, Sarah leads on energy content at Which?, helping customers navigate the market and exposing poor practice. Around 1.5 million households ...

My building's heat isn’t working, and instead of fixing it, my landlord gave me two electric space heaters. By giving me the space heaters, is he meeting his responsibility to provide heat, and is ...

A smart thermostat can help you save a considerable amount of money by reducing your heating and cooling costs, while also allowing for convenient app and voice controls. However, not all smart ...

The best smart thermostats we've tested can control your home's heating and cooling with your phone or voice—and might help you save on energy costs. I’ve been working with computers for ages, ...

The cost of installing a central air conditioning system varies widely depending on your home’s size, the type and efficiency of the unit, and whether ductwork is already in place. Some or all of the ...

Heat pumps can reduce carbon emissions associated with heating buildings, and many states have set aggressive targets to increase their use in the coming decades. But while heat pumps are often ...