Our homes today are equipped with some smart device or another, even if it's just a smart TV. But despite their seemingly intelligent features, not many of them are smart enough to foresee problems in ...

Google says the new Nest feature allows your thermostat to keep an eye out for warning signs that your HVAC systems are on the fritz, such as if it’s taking longer than usual to heat up your home.

You already know your Google Nest Thermostat learns your heating and cooling needs and can automatically keep your home the perfect temperature. Now Nest has some new tricks in the works. Google Nest ...

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An expert explains how to set your thermostats the right way. Set upstairs thermostat higher in winter, lower in summer to balance comfort and efficiency. Staggered settings reduce HVAC wear, prevent ...

Rooms that feel stuffy, stale, or hard to cool often lead you to blame the thermostat, the age of the equipment, or even the weather. In a surprising number of homes, though, the real culprit is a ...

If your central air conditioning condenser problem is that the compressor and condenser fan won’t run, first check the thermostat and be sure it’s turned on to cool, and that the temperature setting ...