When working around mains voltages, it can be useful to know whether a given circuit is live or not. While this can be done by direct connection with a multimeter, non-contact methods are available ...

HVAC experts say changing your furnace filter and cleaning your outdoor unit can save you money as energy costs spike this summer. Experts say setting your thermostat to a steady temp during heatwaves ...

We recently had a new dishwasher installed to replace a 15-year-old model that had failed and was not worth repairing (and we were never really happy with it anyway). For a modest fee, the appliance ...

When the temperatures outside begin to climb, many of us seek solace indoors with AC, but when did you last clean your outdoor air conditioner unit? You may have dusted the vents and changed the ...

We recently had a new dishwasher installed to replace a 15-year-old model that had failed and was not worth repairing (and we were never really happy with it, anyway). For a modest fee, the appliance ...

The Condensate Line In Minnesota, about 99.2% of single family homes with AC have a split system. This consists of a big box that sits on top of the furnace called an evaporator coil, which is ...

High summer bills result from inefficient AC, fan, and fridge use. Idle load on compressor impacts finances. Optimize temperature, use timer, and maintain AC to save energy and reduce costs. Summer ...