When my AC suddenly stopped blowing cold air, I assumed the worst -- a major repair or a total breakdown. Turns out, the problem was way simpler: a dirty filter. I didn't realize how quickly dust, pet ...

Juan has been a home inspector for 10 years and runs a successful home inspection company in Richmond, VA. He loves inspecting homes, but his real passion is educating home owners and newer inspectors ...

RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — Staying inside is the best way to beat the sweltering heat according to the Wake County EMS, but the extra demand on AC units could lead to break downs when you need it the most ...

Use strategic methods to cool the house faster and reduce the AC’s workload. The hotter your home, the harder the AC works. Reduce heat buildup to cool the home faster. Cleaning coils and filling the ...

Even in the Midwest, heat waves can make even the coolest homes feel like ovens. As the sun blazes outside, preparing your indoor environment for the summer heat becomes a necessity, and keeping your ...

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A heat wave in North Carolina is in full swing. As temperatures rise, The News & Observer provides tips on how to beat the heat and answers frequently asked questions. The N&O Summer Desk is a pop-up ...

Air conditioning is an essential part of modern-day living, especially during the hot summer months. So when an issue arises with this essential function, like your AC constantly running, it can be a ...

This is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated. MEMPHIS, Tenn.– With the temperature rising ...

With warmer weather comes swimming in the pool, eating ice cream, and basking in the hot sun. But all that outdoor fun also brings the responsibility of ensuring your air conditioning is operating ...