Even in the warmer months of the year, you should regularly monitor your furnace filter's condition -- and replace it as needed -- to keep your family safe and your furnace in good working condition.

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Furnace filters are an important component of your home's HVAC system, but is it really worth it to splurge on the more ...

A man kneels while pulling a dirty filter out of a furnace - Backyardproduction/Getty Images Changing your furnace filter is one of those home maintenance chores that's easy to forget until you've got ...

Homeownership comes with what feels like a never-ending to-do list. One important task on that list is ensuring your heating and cooling system is properly maintained. You should be replacing your ...

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TORONTO – If you’re like most people, you probably don’t give your furnace much thought as long as it’s keeping you warm in the winter and cool in the summer. But in order to keep it working to its ...

After a few decades of consistent use, your home HVAC system can start to show signs of wear as its efficiency begins to decrease. Typically, a furnace will last between 15 to 20 years before it needs ...

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Lexie is a former Staff Writer at Forbes Home and has over 6 years of professional experience as a writer and editor in the home improvement space. She's previously worked at sites such as HomeAdvisor ...