Heating bills, repairs and seasonal upkeep: what a home really costs to run, and which jobs are worth doing now.
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WAP pays for insulation, air sealing and safety checks for income-eligible homeowners and renters. Here is who qualifies and how to apply.
A single frozen pipe can release hundreds of gallons of water and a five-figure repair bill. Here is a room-by-room plan to protect your pipes before the first hard freeze.
The federal heating aid program is opening for the 2026-27 winter in many states. Here is who qualifies, what to bring and how two states set their dates and income limits.
Federal forecasters expect the average residential rate to hit 18.2 cents per kilowatt-hour this year and 18.7 next year. Here is what that means for your bill.
The federal HOMES and HEEHR rebates are still alive in 2026, but they run state by state and the money can run out. Here is how they work.
NOAA expects a wet winter across the South and East Coast. Here are the cheap jobs that keep water out, and when to buy flood insurance.
Materials, labor and service calls are all pricier than a year ago. Here is what to fix first, what to budget and how to avoid a $6,000 surprise.
Natural gas and propane homes should spend a little less this winter. Heating oil homes are looking at a much bigger bill. Here is the forecast and what to do about it.
Four checks, one weekend. The safety jobs worth doing before you switch the heat on for the season, and how often each one needs repeating.