Should you cover your central air conditioner in the winter? As fall descends upon us, we know winter’s on its way. This time of year, there’s no shortage of tasks for homeowners to check off their to ...

Here's how to properly protect your most valued investment.

Covers can lead to mold growth and rust. Covering your air conditioner in winter can trap moisture and block airflow, leading to mold, rust, and premature corrosion. Tightly covered units attract ...

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Are you done with your central air conditioning unit for the season? Remember to winterize during the colder months. Doing so will protect against snow, ice, and potential damage caused by freezing ...

If your house has a heat pump, its compressor is in a housing somewhere outside the house. Since a heat pump provides heat in the winter as well as cool air in the summer, there’s no question about ...

Once the colder months start to make an appearance, so does your home's heating system. The AC unit temporarily becomes thing of the past but that doesn't mean it's long forgotten. Within a few months ...