Do you have an ancient beast living in your basement—a cast-iron, hulking form with tentacle arms reaching up through the floorboards?

The good news is you don’t need to call a monster hunter or a sushi chef. It’s not a monster. It’s just an octopus furnace. 

But is this basement dweller a friend, foe or unknown quantity? Is it worth keeping as a houseguest, or should you send it packing?

Here’s what every homeowner with an octopus furnace needs to know. Read more ›

There is nothing more unsettling than stepping in a wet spot inside your home. This unsettled feeling quickly turns to dread when you realize the source of the wet spot is an expensive appliance.

If your AC unit is leaking water, the first thing to do is turn it off. The next thing you should do is revisit this post to troubleshoot what’s causing the leak, how to fix it, and when to call in a professional. Read more ›