Best AC & Heater Advice

It's a versatile solution for anywhere you need to add in some coziness.

Some simple chores now can prevent much bigger projects (and costs) in the future.

Not all heaters work in the same way.

The renter or the owner? Well, the answer is: it depends.

It’s going to come in clutch for cold winter days.

Here’s what you need to know about water heaters in your home, including how long they typically last and signs that it might be time to buy a new one.

According to a pro, it’ll save you energy and money.

Knock the chill out today.

Say goodbye to unsightly space heaters for good!

You need one. Trust us.

Cozy times await!

Consider this your pre-cold-weather to-do list.

Learn how to protect yourself in dangerously hot heat — even without central AC.

It's space-saving, too!

If you just can’t seem to get your home to a comfortable temperature, you might have one of these factors to blame.

Beat the heat in every room of your home.

It's the best window unit that I've owned.

And it costs way less.

Don’t pack away your winter scarves just yet.

Hot zones making you sweat? These pros have the answers.

Sturdy, reliable, and effective — what more could you ask for?

Kick those seasonal allergies to the curb in style.

You don't need to compromise on form or functionality with these great-looking picks.

It's a must-have for warding off winter chills.

Probably everyone has had this thought at least once a summer, while sweating through their clothes: how did people survive before air conditioning?

Winter is coming, and finding the right heating system for your homes is quickly becoming a top priority. But is a furnace or a heat pump best for your home?

Save yourself money by buying the right one.

There are plenty of ways you can get creative when it comes to staying cool and saving money.  But when the heat of summer truly hits, sometimes your best bet is cranking up the AC. Learning how to save money with your air conditioner can help you keep your cool physically and budget-wise. While it certainly costs a bit more than your usual ice fan hack, things like closing off vents and rearranging furniture are effective and still pretty easy on the wallet.

I don’t have air conditioning. Most of the time, my apartment, which is on the bottom floor, stays cool. But then there are those nights that are almost unbearable, and I break out the fan. Easy, right? Set it up, so it blows directly on your face. Uh, not so much. Luckily there are some tricks you can use a fan to help make it more effective.Since heat rises, the coolest air in your home will be hovering around floor level.

Stuck without air conditioning again this season? No problem. While you may think you’re doomed when sweltering temperatures hit, if you have a fan and a freezer, you’ve got yourself a DIY cooling machine.

You might just be wasting your time.

July's previous AC products have had 30,000 people-long wait lists.

Here's how to go "AC hopping" this summer, according to summer heat haters.

Customize your ideal A/C aesthetic.

It sliced my bill nearly in half!

A mini air conditioner was the perfect solution for my sweaty, sleepless nights.

The covers have been designed in collaboration with celeb-loved furniture designer Sophie Collé.

I'll be using it all year round.

Keep the winter chill out for good.

Doors, windows, garages, fireplaces — you name it, we've got a way to keep the cold out.

Just plug it in and prepare for warm and toasty vibes.

According to an expert.

They fight mold, reduce allergens, and can help you get through that heatwave.

Stay cool — no matter where you are.

Last month we asked how much readers spent buying and installing a new water heater in their home. And you told us! We hope this information gives a basic sense of how much this new appliance costs, and how much you can expect to pay when hiring someone. Keep in mind, this is general and prices most likely vary in cities versus more rural locations, etc…Although this gives you a rough idea, you should always seek multiple quotes for any work done in your home.

Here’s the unfortunate truth about 99% of all living spaces: every house and apartment—large or small—likely has something that’s weird, oddly placed, or just plain ugly. These persistent little problems (cords, vents, pipes, outlets) might drive you nuts, but stay they must, especially if you are a renter. The only solution is to get creative…. Here are ten common household eyesores, and DIY projects and ideas to help you disguise them: 1.

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It’s that time of year when the air is oh so dry and sore throats and bloody noses abound. With an end to winter still quite a ways away our thoughts have turned to ways to add more moisture in the air. We being Unplggd feel that the aesthetics of our appliances matter and have applied the same care to choosing our humidifier picks that we have applied to our radiators roundup.

Brrr! Have winter temperatures outside been a little too present in the inside of your home? If you’ve got cold rooms, we’ve got the fool-proof ways to warm them up. Start from the top of this list and work your way down to see if any of these culprits have been keeping your rooms too cold to enjoy! First, check to see if you’re doing everything to keep the cold out. Drafts from windows are the first place to look.

Here’s another way to save energy this winter: try using a portable space heater to heat just the room you’re in, and turn down the thermostat in the other rooms of your house. The New York Times recently tested 10 portable space heaters. Here are the Top 5:Shown above the jump, from left to right:Holmes Ultra Quiet Ceramic Heater ($82.99): At 15-inches high, this model from Holmes produced the hottest air and took only about 20 minutes to warm up the room by 10 degrees.

Seriously.

Your home gets dry skin in winter, too. Here's how you can help.