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Power Hungry
Electrical and Lighting, Featured, Julie's Blog, Lawn and Garden by Julie Day
Greetings from the Stone Ages! Well, not really, but things around my house have certainly taken a step backwards this last couple of weeks! Thanks to a frayed power line outside, my house experienced something called a “missing neutral,” which led to lots of smoke, sizzles, and chargrilled appliances. Read on to find out more. Read in full.
Utility Bill Bailout: Energy Efficient Windows and Doors
Doors and Windows, Featured, Insulation, Repairs and Installation by Danny Lipford
As winners of the JELD-WEN Windows & Doors Utility Bill Bailout contest, Jeanne McCabe and John Reis of Katonah, New York, received new energy efficient windows and doors for their 2,200-square-foot home. With heating bills topping $1,100 a month, replacing their drafty, single-pane windows will save a bundle on their energy expenses. Read on to find out more. Read in full.
How to Grow Azaleas
Featured, Flowers, Lawn and Garden, Trees & Shrubs by Julie Day
If you live in the South, the spring azalea extravaganza is so bright, it’s almost gaudy. Azaleas are one of my favorite plants – they make fantastic foundation shrubs, the blooms are to die for, and if you plant them carefully, they’ll give you decades of low-maintenance enjoyment. Read on to find out what you need to know to grow azaleas in your garden. Read in full.
Innovative Pump Unclogs AC Condensation Drain Lines
Featured, Heating and Cooling, Joe's Blog, Repairs and Installation, Tools & Hardware by Joe Truini
A clogged AC condensation line can result in water damage to your home, and may even cause your air conditioner to stop working. While you can clear the line using a shop vac, I recently discovered a product, called Mighty Pump, that is simple to use and keeps condensate lines flowing freely. Read on to find out more. Read in full.
