Why does my dryer smell like it is burning? Well, if you also see smoke, it’s time to call the fire department. Dryers do start 2,900 fires per year, according to the U.S. Fire Administration, so this is not a possibility that you should ignore. If you do not find a fire in or...

Outdoor air quality is something that everyone should be concerned about. But this is something that we deal with in California on a regular basis. From wildfires that plague our state regularly to problems with pollution and allergens, there is a lot of things that you need to...

HVAC systems can keep your home comfortable all year round by holding the temperatures in a range you love regardless of the season. But, since they are bringing in air from the outdoors and blowing it into your home as well as recirculating stale air from the home itself, there...

Your ductwork is important in any forced-air heating and cooling system. They are like the arteries of your home, delivering cold air in the summer and hot air in the winter to every room. But, they are typically hidden behind the walls. So, how do you know if your ductwork is...

Your return air vent is that larger vent on the floor or sometimes the ceiling. This vent allows air to return to your air conditioner or your furnace and then get pumped back out into your home again. You may read advice that it is important to keep that vent clear, and it is....

Few people check in on their air ducts to see how they are doing. In fact, even when they have HVAC problems few people suspect the air ducts. Yet, according to Energy Star, many homes have leaks in their air ducts. The average home loses 20-30% of its cool air in the summer and...

It is not normal for smoke to come out of a dryer vent. But are you sure it’s smoke and not steam or hot air? Discover how to tell the difference between normal dryer exhaust and smoke and learn what you should do about them below. Dryer Fires are a Real Risk According to FEMA,...

Change Your Air Filter Air filters should catch virtually all of the pollutants in the air. But eventually, the air filter is going to fill up, which means they’re not doing the job they’re meant to do. This means the pollutants are going back into your air rather than being...

If you are someone who is always bemoaning the state of their house, although to many other people it may look perfect, one of the things that you might want to know is why your house is so dusty. Dust can be a huge problem, especially if you have allergies and are prone to...

How often do you think about your home’s air ducts? If you don’t think about them very often, chances are that they could use a good cleaning. But having clean air ducts isn’t just about keeping your air ducts clean. It’s also about helping to protect your family’s health. Below...