For safety, fireplaces are designed to route smoke out of the house through the chimney. If there's a problem, however, you could end up with a smoky home.

Enjoying a cup of tea by a warm fire sounds like heaven on cold winter nights, but should you turn off your home's central heating while the fireplace is lit? It might seem like a common-sense ...

With all due respect to Jack Frost, no one wants him nipping at their nose while they're lounging on their living room sofa. Keeping your house warm and well-insulated this time of year is essential, ...

It seems winter has now arrived! Snow, cold, and more cold are sure signs that the season has definitely arrived. This weather, combined with the holiday season, invites having a nice fire to add to ...

Heating bills can really add up in winter if you aren't careful. Certain outmoded practices can be counterproductive, costing you money when you're trying to save. In other cases, your personal habits ...

As winter slowly settles over Alabama and cooler mornings start to become the norm, many homeowners are bracing for higher energy bills. With heating costs on the rise, finding the right thermostat ...

CHICOPEE, Mass. (WWLP) – As winter approaches, homeowners are urged to prepare their homes to withstand freezing temperatures and snowy conditions. Insulating doors and windows is essential to prevent ...

As fall settles over Alabama and cooler mornings start to become the norm, many homeowners are bracing for higher energy bills. With heating costs on the rise, finding the right thermostat setting is ...