Get your ducts in a row.

Your air ducts and vents require regular maintenance. Ignoring tasks like replacing your filter each month can invite pollutants into your home's ventilation system. Viruses, bacteria and fungi can ...

But what workers hate is not the air-conditioning itself. It’s the way that air-conditioning is distributed: through snaking overhead tunnels of metal ductwork and out the end of just a few vents ...

GREENSBORO, N.C. — When was the last time you did the test in your home? You know the one where you run your figure along something and see how much dust there is? If your house is overly dusty, ...

Ducts may be commodities that just seem to be a part of the HVAC equation. But they are vital components in heating and cooling. And duct design and maintenance are complex and ever-changing aspects ...

A small-duct high-velocity system was used in this Johns Island, SC house. The ducts vents can hardly be seen. The house was designed by Architect Sam Rashkin. Energy Star estimates that 20% to 30% of ...

Compare plans tailored to your home & budget. If your home has mold or vermin or the ducts are particularly clogged with dust, then cleaning them may be a good idea to freshen up your home’s air.

Your home is too hot in the spring and summer. Ehh. The first, most natural thought is that, obviously, there is something wrong with your air conditioner. Except, maybe not. It might be that your ...

Q: This summer we had trouble cooling our second-floor bedrooms. I had a window unit installed, but it takes away from the charm of my older home. However, I can remove it in the winter. I tried ...