The concept of the "high-efficiency furnace" in popular consciousness dates back to the 1980s. That's when the National Appliance Energy Conservation Act of 1987 required all new furnaces be 78 ...

Lou Manfredini joins Lisa Dent in his weekly segment, Ask Lou, where Lou answers your questions about all things home repair. This week, Lou explains the difference between granite and quartz ...

Keep in mind, though, that in high-efficiency furnaces ... Blockages in specific pipes, such as the vent pipe, can be problematic. A vent pipe blockage can disrupt the furnace's operation, akin to a ...

The holiday season is upon us now and that means winter is right on our heels. You may have already experienced some of the chilly mornings as the calendar flips to November, which means you may ...