Becca Lewis is home maintenance writer who aims to foster confidence in and inspire DIY enthusiasts at all skill levels. Becca attended Southern Connecticut State University, where she studied ...

The world is, quite literally, on fire. The wildfires of the American West are precursors to more fires each and every year. We must face that new normal. And even though we’ve made some strides to ...

Air purifiers are able to remove dust and allergens from the home, so long as they’re well-maintained — the key here is making sure the filters are doing their job. We’re going to help you keep them ...

Most disposable air filters last three to 12 months. Life span varies by model, but in general, the thicker the filter, the less often it needs changing. But the filter thickness you use is dictated ...

Dryers that don’t dry, vacuum cleaners that don’t clean, and air conditioners that don’t cool might be plagued by the same problem: a clogged or dirty filter. To keep many appliances in tip-top shape, ...

Some home tasks tend to slip through the cracks—until you realize they’re way overdue. Changing your home’s air conditioner filters is likely one of those tasks. Understanding how often to change your ...

Switch out the air filter to improve indoor air quality As an HVAC system operates, the air flows through an air filter which ...

There's nothing better than feeling that first blast of warm air when you finally give in and crank up the furnace because of the chilly winter weather. That cozy feeling should also remind you that ...