Chauncey grew up on a farm in rural northern California. At 18 he ran away and saw the world with a backpack and a credit card, discovering that the true value of any point or mile is the experience ...

Lexie is a former Staff Writer at Forbes Home and has over 6 years of professional experience as a writer and editor in the home improvement space. She's previously worked at sites such as HomeAdvisor ...

The type of furnace you have also contributes to its lifespan. "Gas and oil furnaces are way more sensitive to the lack of ...

Even in the warmer months of the year, you should regularly monitor your furnace filter's condition -- and replace it as needed -- to keep your family safe and your furnace in good working condition.

Jacob's Heating responded to 143 homes on Thursday and a similar number on Friday without heat, but had to turn down many more calls for service because it didn't have enough repair crews. "We're ...