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 ...

Given that the average person in the U.S. spends 90% of their time inside, indoor air quality can have a significant impact on overall health and well-being. But many people overlook one common ...

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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 ...

We independently review everything we recommend. We may make money from the links on our site. Learn more› By Tim Heffernan Tim Heffernan is a writer who covers air and water quality and ...

Correction: (March 25, 2025) In the thirteenth paragraph, “within 3 to 4 feet (91 to 120 centimeters)” should be “within 8 feet (244 centimeters).” An edit has been made in the press release to ...

As a writer for Forbes Home since 2021, Emily specializes in writing about home warranties, solar installations, car transportation and moving companies. With a background in journalism and experience ...

David lives in Brooklyn where he's spent more than a decade covering all things edible, including meal kit services, food subscriptions, kitchen tools and cooking tips. David earned his BA from ...

A cabin air filter is behind the dashboard and cleans the air coming into your car’s interior through the heating, ventilation and air-conditioning systems. It’s recommended to change your filter ...