Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...

Moisture in air ducts is never a good sign, as it can promote the growth of harmful bacteria and fungi. Moisture can be caused by the HVAC system itself, the absence of a humidifier or by other ...

WHAT LEAKAGE ISN’T: Better design, installation, and enforcement has helped overall conditions, but SMACNA’S Mark Terzigni also reminds professionals that duct leakage is not a function of air volume ...

Water in the attic can come from a few sources, including leaky pipes, roof leaks and HVAC duct work, and it can make you sick.

Q My home has a forced-air heating system, with ducts installed beneath the concrete slab floor. When it rains for several days in a row, the vents get wet, and some have standing water in them. This ...

Many people share the same energy concerns and problems. Here are a few answers to recent letters and e-mails I’ve received from readers: Cold air leaks from the indoor air handler: A reader in ...