We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Harry Sawyers Harry Sawyers is an editor who has covered home improvement, ...

Unlike air conditioners, ceiling fans don’t lower a room’s temperature. But running a ceiling fan can save energy and money by allowing you to turn your thermostat up a few degrees or even shut your ...

Are you looking to spruce up the look of some of the rooms in your home? Luckily, a complete remodel isn’t always necessary. There are many ways you can refresh your home’s decor, but one relatively ...

As temperatures climb higher in the summer, so do electricity bills. One way to lower their cost is to use ceiling fans to cool your home. But what direction should they rotate? Here's what to know ...

Almost every home has those areas — the ones that get extra cool in winter and extra hot in summer. However, installing, reconfiguring or replacing a furnace and air conditioning system may not be in ...

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Amanda Blum is a freelancer who writes about smart home technology, gardening, and food preservation. Previously, Amanda has worked as a technology strategist specializing in problem solving and ...