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There is a recommended temperature to set your home's thermostat at during the winter in northwestern Pa. But what's your ...

As winter approaches, getting in the car can be a chilly experience – especially if your vehicle has been sat outside for days at a time, or if you're coming from the warmth of your home. While it can ...

Cut down on your heating and energy bills by moving your thermostat to these temps when the days get cold. Mike De Socio is a CNET contributor who writes about energy, personal finance, electric ...

Low-income households won’t get funding to help pay utility bills during the government shutdown. The government shutdown is delaying federal assistance that helps 6 million households pay energy ...

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The best smart thermostats we've tested can control your home's heating and cooling with your phone or voice—and might help you save on energy costs. I’ve been working with computers for ages, ...

Select Home Warranty offers warranty plans to cover mechanical wear on appliances and systems. Coverage is available for single-family homes, mobile homes, condos and rental properties. The company ...

The world’s oceans are running a fever—sea surface temperatures have been record-breakingly hot in the past few months. Scientists think a looming El Niño weather pattern may be partially to blame, ...