Heating & Cooling

From Victorian charm to sleek stainless steel, there’s a ceiling fan to suit every taste. Find the right design for your home.

Is rust or peeling painting turning your radiator into an eyesore? Give it a fresh look with this simple DIY cover.

Put decorative relics of turn-of-the-century central heating to reuse in your house

Pellet stoves are gaining popularity, and for good reason. These heating units are cleaner, greener, and cheaper than many alternatives.

Work 'tents' let your projects progress in the deep freeze

In this guide, our experts compare hydronic and electric floor heating costs, installation considerations, and energy efficiency.

Keep reading to learn about the best HVAC technologies for indoor comfort and energy efficiency, according to This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey.

Today's models are marvels of quiet efficiency, available in almost every style imaginable

Vintage iron radiators offer comfort on a cold day and style year-round. Read our guide to choosing a vintage radiator for your home.

Now's the time to service your heating system

In this guide, we'll walk you through everything you need to know to ensure you have a smooth experience with your HVAC professional.

Keeping your home cool doesn't mean you have to pay a fortune to keep the AC running all day. Read our guide for tips on how to keep your home cool without incurring huge bills.

HVAC expert Richard Trethewey warms to the topic of the McCues' new European-style heating system in Manchester.

HVAC specialist Richard Trethewey explains how he used a portable heating system using a material called PEX to keep the This Old House team warm while working in Massachusetts.

In this guide, we tell you everything you should know about purchasing a new AC unit, including how to choose the best size and power level.

Check out our list of tips, tricks, and upgrades for keeping your house warm in the winter and cutting down on your heating bills.

Thoroughly insulating a house will hold in the heat, but it will also hold in all the moisture. That could promote rot.

A regular maintenance routine helps keep your A/C humming

A crawl space must be adequately insulated to reap the temperature-regulating benefits. Read on to learn how to insulate your crawl space.

A monster ventilation system helps keep things cooking.

Installing soffit vents is step one in increasing the level of ventilation in your attic

Looking for radiant floor heat to warm your feet this winter? We'll walk you through the different systems and how to install them.

Portable space heaters can warm your bones in a hurry, but how economical — and safe — are they?