The bitterly cold forecast is bringing a serious warning from fire officials.  As the temperatures plummet, the risk of a fire rises.

As frigid temperatures settle into Ohio, the Ohio Department of Commerce’s Divisions of State Fire Marshal (SFM) and Industrial Compliance (DIC) are offering some simple tips on how to heat your home ...

Don't let your windows let the cold air in—or the warm air out. Here's how to detect, fix, and prevent drafty windows.

The best portable air conditioners keep rooms cool and offer a degree of air filtration. We test for cooling ability, noise, ...

*Lower your thermostat to 68 degrees – Making a small adjustment to your home temperature can have a big impact. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, you can save as much as 10% a year by ...

How to make sure your home is energy efficient, including insulation, checking the roof, bleeding radiators, servicing the ...

Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis shared whether it's cheaper to leave your heating on low all day or only switch it on when ...

"Keeping your curtains closed while you’re out will help retain the heat throughout the day for when you come home," says Helen O’Connor, product manager at 247 Blinds. "Thermally lined blinds ...

CNET Home and Kitchen editor David Watsky found peppermint spray to be a particularly effective way to keep rodents from taking up residence in the home. "Peppermint oil is one of the most ...

These expert-recommended treatments provide functionality, effective light control, and privacy, while preserving your views ...

The kitchen is often the busiest room in the house, so it can be hard to keep it in tip-top condition ... or some lemon juice plus a slice of lemon, into the microwave Heat on high power for a few ...

The good news is there are some simple things you can do to keep your water running and your ... your better instincts of conserving water and heat, but the extra expense is nothing compared ...