Experts recommend turning on your furnace before freezing temperatures arrive to check for issues and help prevent major problems during winter. Signs your furnace may need replacement include being ...

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The U.S. Department of Energy suggests setting your thermostat between 68 and 70 degrees while awake to conserve energy. You ...