Annual energy bills go up, and most of the cost literally escapes through walls, windows, and spaces you can’t even see.

I've been diving headfirst into the world of homeownership, tackling a whirlwind of projects on my new house. With help from my dad, my friend Dave, and some contractors, we've been busy. We cleared ...

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Adjusting your thermostat at night. The Department of Energy recommends keeping your thermostat at 68-70 degrees during the ...

With colder-than-normal temperatures arriving across the Southeast early next week, Piedmont Natural Gas reminds customers of the company's tips, tools and assistance programs to help manage seasonal ...

Leave that outside spigot handle slightly open all winter. If any water is left, it has room to expand when it freezes ...

Tennessee's wildlife has a unique way of surviving the winter months, from hibernation to animals that thrive in chillier ...

GREENSBORO, N.C. — Are you ready for winter? Many of us aren't exactly looking forward to the colder weather and the inevitable storms. But here's the good news: what you do right now could protect ...

The final step is to keep your home clean, especially when it comes to food storage. Warberg Block states that well-stocked ...

With the cold blast affecting the entire state, it’s a good time to remember the “7 Ps” - people, pets, plants, pipes, pools, ...

Inspect and seal drafts around doors and windows to save energy and reduce heating bills. Prepare your plumbing to prevent ...

Many old homes have a rich history filled with stories you could tell the grandkids about. But in some cases, these properties would even come with fascinating artifacts that add more mystery to a ...