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Cooking Small
Use a toaster oven to cook small meals. A toaster oven uses a third to a half as much energy as a full-size oven. |
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Energy Star Appliances
Here's something to consider when you're appliance shopping. The Energy Star program was formed as a partnership between the ... |
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EnergyGuide Label
The EnergyGuide label gives you two important pieces of information you can use for comparison of different brands and models ... |
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Home Warranties
Home warranties offer you protection for a specific period of time (e.g., one year) against potentially costly problems, like ... |
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Humidifier Placement
Place humidifiers and dehumidifiers away from walls and bulky furniture. These appliances work best when air circulates freely ... |
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Lightning Damage
In addition to direct strikes, lightning generates electrical surges that can damage electronic equipment some distance from ... |
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New Kitchen
One of the best ways to increase the value of your home is to remodel and update the kitchen. With a minimum of effort and ... |
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Pro-Rated Warranties
A pro-rated warranty reduces the amount of reimbursement according to the length of time the item has been in service. |
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Real Appliance Cost
When purchasing new appliances, consider the purchase price, the cost to run, and the life expectancy of the appliance. The ... |
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Replacing Lost Appliance Manuals
Here’s another great tip from BobVila.com.
Owning and maintaining a home can mean a lot of paperwork. While important ... |
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Simple Fixes
Before you tear into a repair job, start by checking for the simplest cause instead of assuming the worst. For example, before ... |
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Small Appliance Savings
Use small electric pans or toaster ovens for small meals rather than your large stove or oven. A toaster oven uses a third to ... |
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Vacation Savings
When you take a vacation, don't forget to give your appliances a rest too. Turn off and unplug everything you can, set your ... |
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Warranty Details
When comparing warranties, check the length of the warranty, whether or not it's pro-rated, and if it covers the labor for ... |
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Water Softeners
If hard water is a problem in your house, you will want to look into getting a water softener. The scale in your water can ... |
