Home Living Handbook

Person washes a reusable HVAC filter with a hose.

Air Quality

June 16, 2025 | 07:10 AM

How Often Should You Clean or Replace Your Washable Air Filters?

Simple routine maintenance plays a vital role in maintaining a comfortable living environment and how well your HVAC runs.

By: Emily Fazio

A new Filtrete filter opens like an accordion.

Air Quality

May 16, 2025 | 07:00 AM

Filtrete's New Air Filter Costs Less, Wastes Less

This is the kind of air filter we like to see.

By: Emily Fazio

Air Quality

February 05, 2025 | 10:00 AM

Pet Owners: Check Out This Award-Winning HVAC Filter

This color-changing HVAC filter makes it easy to keep your home’s air cleaner and fresher.

By: Emily Fazio

A dusty reusable air filter that should be cleaned.

Air Quality

January 12, 2025 | 07:00 AM

How to Clean and Maintain Your Air Purifier

Remember to clean your air purifier on a regular basis, not just when the air quality is poor.

By: Emily Fazio

Inspector helps a homeowner indoors and out.

Air Quality

December 10, 2024 | 07:00 AM

Air Quality Questions You Need to Ask During Your Home Inspection

Five ways homebuyers can advocate for air testing during a home inspection.

By: Emily Fazio

Anthony Carrino, home improvement expert, sits int he rafters of his home beside his Trane home system.

Weatherproofing

October 01, 2024 | 08:06 AM

Are You Prepared for a Severe Winter?

9+ tips to help you, your home and property, vehicles, pets, and more.

By: Emily Fazio

Dark brown wood kitchen with glass cooktop and sleek hood vent.

Ventilation

July 16, 2024 | 07:15 PM

How to Clean Your Vent Hood and Filters

Grease-be-gone.

By: Jessica Wangelin

White rabbit air sitting in the corner of a modern living room.

Air Quality

May 25, 2024 | 07:00 AM

How to Maintain a Healthy Indoor Air Quality During the Summer

Learn how to reduce the effects of pollen, mold, dust, wildfire smoke, and more. Multiple experts weigh in with best practices for homeowners and renters.

By: Emily Fazio

Leather chairs in a living room with bike outside sliding glass door. TV mounted on a wooden wall above a brick fireplace.

Air Quality

April 16, 2024 | 01:57 PM

For Just $5 More, This Smart Air Filter Can Improve Your IAQ

This traditional product is determined to simplify your life.

By: Emily Fazio

Brick wall in a dining room with a wooden table and gray chairs. Big window. Glass pendant.

Energy Efficient Systems

April 04, 2024 | 03:50 PM

How to Reduce Your Home’s Energy Consumption

There are answers in the audit.

By: Emily Fazio

Heating & Cooling

January 05, 2024 | 01:16 PM

Air Filter Maintenance That Really Matters This Season

Remember to add "change air filters" to your holiday to-do list.

By: Emily Fazio

Home Living Handbook: Helpful home improvement hints, how-tos, DIY projects.

Simple routine maintenance plays a vital role in maintaining a comfortable living environment and how well your HVAC runs.

This is the kind of air filter we like to see.

This color-changing HVAC filter makes it easy to keep your home’s air cleaner and fresher.

Remember to clean your air purifier on a regular basis, not just when the air quality is poor.

Five ways homebuyers can advocate for air testing during a home inspection.

9+ tips to help you, your home and property, vehicles, pets, and more.

Grease-be-gone.

Learn how to reduce the effects of pollen, mold, dust, wildfire smoke, and more. Multiple experts weigh in with best practices for homeowners and renters.

This traditional product is determined to simplify your life.

There are answers in the audit.

Remember to add "change air filters" to your holiday to-do list.