Cold winters put wood-burning stoves to the test. Proper care, smart habits, and seasonal upkeep can help ensure steady heat ...

Install carbon monoxide detectors within 15 feet of any indoor entry point where heated air enters your home. This isn’t ...

Pollution from car exhausts and trendy wood-burning stoves could be making you fat. Scientists say being exposed to the toxic air particles which come from traffic fumes, heavy industry and wood ...

Western North Carolina was hit with some frigid temperatures. Here's the best temperature to set your thermostat to and how ...

By Susan Bard, Bangor Daily News Outdoors Editor Throughout winter, when people are burning wood stoves, many households end ...

Adding a wood-burning fire pit to your backyard can help enhance the warmth and atmosphere of your outdoor gatherings. Whether you’re roasting marshmallows with your kids or having an alfresco feast, ...

The Department of Energy recommends setting your thermostat to 68 degrees during winter. Lowering your thermostat by 7 to 10 degrees when you are away can help save on energy bills. North Carolina ...

According to the Needs Survey which was completed in 2025, nearly 31% of our seniors need help with major home repairs including roof, well, septic, plumbing and ...

I suspect if farming was still done mainly with horses, and cows milked by hand, and our homes without central heat, nor ...

Carlita Belgrove is the go-to stove whisperer, restoring the appliances of N.Y.C. élites and Hollywood actors. On a trip to ...

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. And when it comes to design, people have plenty of different opinions. Perhaps you want ...