So you recently hired a new HVAC technician. Maybe your new hire is “green,” or maybe he or she has many years of experience. But, after a few months of having the individual work with your team, you ...

When certain rooms in a home are consistently warmer or cooler than others, there may be an obvious cause, like an uninsulated exterior wall or drafty windows. But that's not always the case. If ...

Every time the lights flicker off, your first instinct is usually to check the fridge, the Wi‑Fi and your phone battery. The equipment that quietly takes the biggest hit, however, is often your ...

An HVAC system (for heating, ventilating, and air conditioning) is what keeps your home cozy in the winter and cool in the summer. Those who are experiencing the record-breaking high temperatures of ...

In the last article, we took our first look at heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems in commercial buildings. The article focused on the air side of the process and discussed air ...

Buying a new HVAC system is one of the most important purchases you can make for your home. Consumer Reports indicates that more than 75% of U.S. homes use air conditioning, and 90% of new homes are ...

Sen. Doug McCrory, D-Hartford, at a press conference in Hartford on Nov. 7, 2025. Credit: Shahrzad Rasekh / CT Mirror In early 2022, Doug McCrory wanted to launch a program to train minority ...

Welcome to New Homeowner Bootcamp, Family Handyman’s essential guide for navigating the challenges of homeownership, from ...