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Bad habits cost you — good habits save thousands Appliance repair technicians and salespeople often say the same thing: “If people treated their appliances right, I’d have to find a new line of work.” So if you want to keep them employed (at your expense) ignore these pages. Otherwise, read on and save big. Don’t … Read more9 Bad Habits That Cost You Lots of Money
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
“One hundred thousand miles before the first scheduled tune-up!” “Coolant that lasts the life of the car!” These seem to be the mantra of the marketing gurus of car manufacturers today. They promise cars that last forever, yet cars still break down consistently. Why this disparity? Why do our cars break down when they are … Read moreHow often should you service your car?
How to Winterize Car The extreme cold of winter brings its own unique set of vehicular challenges. What are they? And what can you do to address them? Engine Management When winterizing your vehicle, make sure the engine-management system is up to snuff. This involves checking the spark plugs, wires, fuel filter, air filter, and … Read moreHow to Winterize Car
Many of us haul trailers during the summer months. If you do, make sure your vehicle has been modified for hauling. Vehicles that have trailer packages built into them usually have a beefed-up suspension, larger radiator, and auxiliary transmission oil cooler. The need for a beefed-up suspension is obvious. A trailer taxes the vehicle’s suspension … Read moreModifications for hauling loads in hot weather: explained