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A person working on a sump pump.

Home

After one brutal storm, homeowners say this sump pump detail matters more than horsepower

A window with shutters.

Home

Blackout curtains sound smart for heat waves, but many Europeans will tell you shutters work even better

A person looking at ductwork.

Home

Texas homeowner books $80 HVAC tune-up, gets $30,000 ductwork quote

A house made of cinder blocks.

Home

In Mexico, heir fears mother's cinder-block house is a teardown, then hears 'it'll stand'

A thermostatic valve attached to a copper pipe.

Home

Homeowner takes off 3 radiators to paint, then asks if it's safe to switch the heat on

Two open windows with awnings on a red wooden wall.

Home

In the US South, renters say 'still air is the enemy,' and window advice can backfire

An unfinished basement with exposed beams, insulation, and plastic sheeting along the walls.

Home

Virginia homeowner puzzled after receiving $30,000 crawl space quote and conflicting advice

A brick building entrance with green doors and a fenced front yard.

Home

Chicago condo buyer closes on duplex-down, then finds rainwater hidden behind spray foam

A person looking at a bill while holding a hand over their mouth.

Business

Texas city residents should expect to see flood-delayed utility rate increase next month

Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey speaks at a podium.

Business

Massachusetts households brace for heating-oil costs rising above $2,600 this winter

A person smiles while adjusting a digital thermostat.

Home

Massachusetts renters, homeowners can get winter heating help under 60% income rule

A gap between windows.

Home

Homebuyer sees daylight between windows, and commenters say it's a flipped-house red flag