Use fans, avoid hot days, and clean in the morning or evening. Get help, avoid storing sensitive items, and use labeled, durable containers. Clean thoroughly, improve lighting, and sell or donate ...

Some common building materials absorb a lot of sunlight and radiate it inward as heat, and roofing tiles are among the worst — especially darker ones. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, ...

Question: I read your article in today's Chicago Tribune about vents. I contacted Cor-a-Vent with my question, and the representative failed to answer my question. Scenario: I replaced my roof last ...

Were you ever told by a parent or teacher that you must wear a hat in cold weather because you lose the most heat from your head? That’s true of your home, and it applies to losing cold air as well as ...

By improving ventilation, homeowners can reduce malfunctions, prevent unnecessary shutdowns, and extend the life of their water heater. The best time to prepare your home for Charleston’s summer heat ...