No air conditioning? No problem. The sweltering desert heat often requires A/C units to work overtime to keep your home cool in the summer. This can cause them to burn out. If your air conditioner goes out in the middle of summer, don’t panic! Here are some tips to help you keep cool while you wait for it to get fixed: How to Stay Cool Without A/C in the Summer Change Your Bedding Put sheets made...

Even the most fervent homebody has been known to stop midway through a home improvement project and mutter, “Now, why am I doing this again?” Sometimes, when you're surrounded by parts, tools and instructions, and facing a project at close range, it can be difficult to see the bigger picture. It will come as a relief, then, that as you weatherize your home for summer, the question probably won't...

Going green isn’t just about saving the planet. When your home is more energy-efficient, you spend less money on utilities while effectively regulating your home’s temperature and energy use. An energy-efficient home can be achieved simply, if you know the right steps to take. 3 Simple Steps to an Energy-Efficient Home Invest in Energy-Efficient Appliance A new washer, dryer or dishwasher may...

When you're trying to stay cool in the summer, the last thing you need is a series of energy bills that make you break out in a sweat of frustration. Fortunately, it's possible to reduce your summer energy costs substantially by taking several proactive steps recommended by the U.S. Department of Energy and Consumer Energy. It's simple to save energy Schedule an annual air conditioner tune-up so...