Victor Belavus

How to

Use a Radiator

Although radiators are no longer the most popular choice for heating homes, many older buildings still have them. Knowing which way to turn the radiator dials will keep you cozy during cold weather. Then, keep a radiator...

How to Replace the Batteries in Most Models of Honeywell Thermostat

Learn to find and replace the batteries in a Honeywell thermostatWondering how to change the batteries in your Honeywell thermostat? Luckily, it’s pretty easy with most models. The most challenging part is figuring out...

How to

Set a Thermostat

A thermostat activates your furnace or air conditioner to come on at pre-set times determined by temperature changes in your home or office. Energy experts agree that setting your thermostat to adjust to different temper...

How to Use a Humidifier Safely (Plus, Setup & Cleaning Instructions)

Tips for using a humidifier to sleep better Humidifiers are used to add moisture to dry air. They can help someone deal with congestion, dry skin, sinus discomfort and also help with things that affect our day-to-day liv...

How to Determine if You Have a Gas Leak: Safety Tips & Signs

Protect yourself and your loved ones with our trusted tipsGas leaks can pose serious risks to your health and safety. As a source of natural energy, a gas leak can become dangerous and life-threatening if left undetected...

How to

Use a Vicks Humidifer

Vicks humidifiers are some of the oldest and highest-quality vapor diffusers on the market. If you live in a dry climate or someone in your household struggles with congestion, humidifiers can improve your home's living ...

How to

Avoid White Dust from a Humidifier

Simple maintenance tips for your humidifier (and how to clean it)If you’ve noticed lots of white specks on furniture or other surfaces around your humidifier, it’s probably white dust. White dust is the result of min...

How to

Install a Split System Air Conditioner

A split system air conditioner is a great option for keeping your home cool and comfortable in the summer months. These units are also quieter, easier to install, and more energy efficient than central air conditioning. ...

The Best Ways to Get Rid of Your Old Flat Screen TV

Properly dispose of LED, LCD, and plasma TVs with our guideIf you have an old or broken flat-screen TV that you don’t want anymore, there are many ways that you can get rid of it. While you can’t throw away your TV w...

How to Fix a Honeywell Thermostat That's Not Working

Common problems and simple fixes to get your thermostat working again If your Honeywell thermostat isn't working, your home could quickly become uncomfortably cold or hot. But don't worry—whether you have a digital and...

How to

Test an Evaporator Fan Motor

If your freezer stops getting cold but you can hear the condenser motor in the refrigerator working, there’s a good chance the problem is with your evaporator fan motor. The evaporator fan can be found behind the rear ...

How to

Vent a Bathroom with No Outside Access

If you don’t have a window or fan in your bathroom, it’s really important to properly ventilate the room so you don’t have to deal with any mold or odors. While most building codes require outside ventilation, you ...

How to Get Air Moving in a Closed or Stuffy Room

Beat the heat and circulate fresh air with this handy guide During the summer months, it can be hard to cool down if you don't have—or don't want to spend money on—air conditioning. Even if you do have AC, sometimes ...

How to

Light a Furnace

You go to turn on your furnace on a cold winter day and it doesn’t start. If you’ve got an old school furnace with a pilot light, it may be a sign that it needs to be relit. Don’t worry; this is not a difficult or ...

How to

Adjust a Furnace Gas Valve

Your gas furnace may have stopped working, but that doesn’t mean you have to call for a professional repair just yet. If you turned your furnace off for the summer or have noticed it isn’t heating up properly, it cou...

How to Make a DIY Air Conditioner with a Fan & Water Bottles

Keep your home cool with these simple & inexpensive summer hacksYou don't have to buy an expensive air conditioner in order to beat the heat—instead, you can cool down a room using water bottles and a fan. Either freez...

How to

Clean a Humidifier Filter

Keep your humidifier free of mold and allergens by following these simple stepsA humidifier can be a great thing to have around during the winter months when cold, dry air leads to chapped skin and increased risk of resp...

9 Signs Your Thermostat Needs to be Fixed or Replaced

Your guide to understanding the signs of a bad thermostat (and how to troubleshoot it) You come home after a long day, ready to relax, when you notice that your house doesn’t feel like the temperature displayed on your...

How to

Make an Air Filter

Building a DIY air filter is a great way to keep the air clean and crisp—especially when it comes to removing pollen, dust, wildfire smoke, and bacteria. While there are a few different ways to make an air filter, all ...

How to

Block off a Heating Vent

If drafts, odors, or noises are traveling through one of your heating vents, blocking it off can help. There are a couple of easy ways you can block off a heating vent, and they’re both reversible in case you change yo...