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A simple thermostat mounted on an interior hallway wall.Field notes
2 min

At home

The bedroom sensor that never got a vote

Pairing a sensor and using its reading are separate steps in a comfort schedule.

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A clean and a used pleated filter laid separately on a utility room worktop.How-to
2 min

At home

Before the first sheet of drywall came down

Agree on dust control, hazardous-material checks and cleanup before a renovation starts.

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Two home-improvement proposals beside a notebook, pencil and calculator on a kitchen table.Buying guide
2 min

Buying notes

A repair estimate, then a decision

Consider the fault, condition, downtime and replacement scope before making an expensive decision.

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Afternoon sunlight across an upstairs bed and a partly lowered window shade.Field notes
2 min

At home

The bedroom over the garage

Look at the floor assembly, air sealing and airflow before adding more heat.

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Afternoon sunlight across an upstairs bed and a partly lowered window shade.Field notes
2 min

At home

The sensor beside the reading lamp

Choose a representative spot before asking a sensor to influence the whole heating or cooling system.

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A simple thermostat mounted on an interior hallway wall.Field notes
2 min

At home

The thermostat I nearly bought on sale

Confirm controls, power and supported functions before choosing a replacement thermostat.

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