John Santos of Los Angeles wants his home to be a healthful gathering place for family and friends, some of whom are recovering from major illness. As part of his effort, he recently had his home's ...

They’re not pretty and almost always hidden from sight, but air conditioning and heating ductwork are now proudly displayed in many homes. Like exposed wood beams that have become so popular, the ...

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 ...

There is a lot that goes into maintaining a home. And if there's one task that many overlook, it's having their air ducts cleaned. The ducts are hidden, so it's easy to understand why you might forget ...

John Santos of Los Angeles wants his home to be a healthy gathering place for family and friends, some of whom are recovering from major illness. As part of his effort, he recently had his home’s ...

The shortest distance between two points is a straight line, but when it comes to your duct work that may not be the best path for an efficient system that cools and heats the home properly.

In most older homes and many newer homes, metal ductwork carries hot or cold air from the HVAC equipment to rooms throughout the house. Most of the time, homeowners pay little attention to their ...

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 ...