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Shrinking supply and growing demand are driving water bills up. Add the cost of heating water and rising sewer fees and you can see how thousands of wasted gallons turn into hundreds of wasted dollars. You can save water by fixing drips and leaks. But in most homes, replacing water-wasting fixtures results in the biggest … Read moreHow to save water and lots of money?
Keep your water softener healthy – Easy care prevents expensive breakdowns A water softener removes minerals from water; that means cleaner laundry, a longer life for water-using appliances, less mineral buildup on plumbing fixtures and lots of other benefits. And with some basic care, it can provide these benefits for 20 years or more, trouble-free. How … Read moreHow to Maintain Your Water Softener
How to save up to 100$ on Repair Electricity Works Don’t call for a repair until you check for power Repair technicians report that a huge percentage (up to 30 percent!) of their service calls require only the push of a button or the flip of a switch to restore the electrical power. That costs … Read moreHow to save up to 100$ on Repair Electricity Works
Water Heater Problems & Troubleshooting Basic knowledge protects your home and your wallet It’s one of the best things about living in modern times: hot water whenever you want it. But it comes with risks. Ignored or mistreated, a water heater can harm you and your home. Water heater anatomy A water heater is basically … Read moreWater Heater Problems & Troubleshooting
Understand your heating system Basic knowledge for smarter decisions When an HVAC (heating, ventilating, air conditioning) system breaks down, most homeowners are at the mercy of the repair technician because they know nothing about the system. And that’s a shame, because the basics are easy to understand. Most homes have “forced-air” systems; air is heated … Read moreHeating systems explained
Want plumbing systems to be explained? Read along! Basic knowledge for better decisions When it comes to home repairs and improvements, you’re in charge. But when the plumber seems to be speaking a foreign language, it’s tough to make a smart call. So take five minutes to get acquainted with your system. The basics are … Read morePlumbing systems explained
How to Make Art out of Pressed Flowers Step 1: Go to your garden on a sunny day around the early afternoon, after the dew has evaporated but before the blooms begin to close or the stems to droop. Choose the flowers you’d like to press, and snip them at the base. The flatter the … Read moreHow to Make Art out of Pressed Flowers
Step 1: Clean up. Sure, you’re an exceedingly interesting person, but the only reason mice (those moochers!) will want to visit you is for the free food. If you don’t offer them any, they’ll be less likely to shack up with you. So, leave no crumb behind. Wipe off your countertop and sweep your kitchen … Read moreHow to Rid Your House of Mice
On clothes Step 1: Take your dank clothes outside and brush off any black fuzz you might see. Step 2: Make a paste of lemon juice and salt and spread on the spotted area. Step 3: Leave your clothes in the sun for several hours. If you have a clothesline, hang them up. Otherwise, lay … Read moreHow to Kill Mildew
How to Make (and Can) strawberry Jam Step 1: Pick your own berries. You’ll need about 4У pints’ worth (or 9 cups) for every batch of jam you make. It’s okay if a few of them are underripe. They’ll help your jam set. Step 2: Gather your supplies and other ingredients. You’ll need: 2 large … Read moreHow to Make (and Can) strawberry Jam