Hard Water and Your Dishwasher
If you haven't already done so, test your water to see if it is "hard," and if so, you may need to add a water softener to allow your...
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Anti-Scald Valves - An Important Necessity!
by Nick Gromicko Anti-scald valves, also known as tempering valves and mixing valves, mix cold water in with outgoing hot water so that...
Eco-Friendly Home Insulation
One couple learned all about insulation when they began renovating their kitchen. They found that they didn't need to buy conventional...
Energy Efficient Way to Better Indoor Air Quality
According to the EPA, indoor air quality inside a home is typically 5 times worse than outdoor air quality. New technologies have been...
Electrical Cord Safety
Do not place electrical cords under throw rugs or carpeting. Walking on top of them can cause unseen damage to the cords. And heat or...
Turn Off Bathroom and Kitchen Fans
Turn off your bathroom and kitchen fans as soon as they are no longer needed. This reduces the loss of conditioned air from your home.
Air Registers: Better Air Quality and Saving Energy
If you have air registers in your home for either air conditioning or heating, then you have what is called "forced air ventilation duct...
Slaying Your Worst Electricity Vampire
To the rescue is a smart device called a "Programmable Power Outlet", that sells for under $20. In this video and article, we discuss:...
Avoid Common Plumbing Problems
Plumbing problems in your home can range from minor visible nuisances, to hidden troubles that can be causing major damage to your home...
Test the PH Level
To improve the effectiveness of your lawn treatments, have the pH level of your lawn tested. If your pH is out of balance it affects how...
Advantages of Solar Energy
Solar energy offers considerable advantages over conventional energy systems by nullifying flaws in those systems long considered to be...
Cedar Closets are Healthy!
Consider converting an existing closet to a cedar closet. Cedar removes moisture from the air, so it acts as a natural dehumidifier for...
Sump Pumps
A sump pump is typically located in a basement, and it is a pump used to remove drainage water that has accumulated in a collection...
Ceiling Fans: What You Should Know
Ceiling fans can help you save energy and be an elegant feature of your home. This article discusses how to take care of your ceiling fan...
Garbage Disposal Tip
Check the cabinets under your garbage disposal frequently for leaks. Your disposal has flanges, gaskets and pipe connections which can be...
Gas Barbecue Grill Safety Tips
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Lawn Watering Tips
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Crucial: Waterproof Your Basement!
Adapted from article by Nick Gromicko of Internachi Water Damage Concerns Basements are typically the area of a structure most at risk...
Seniors and a Healthy Outlook
We've posted articles related to the safety of homes for seniors. However, the safety of the physical home is only part of what to...
Feng Shui of Lamps
Place lamps in corners instead of against one wall, so that more light is reflected into the room. You can also use lamps to more...
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