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20 Ways to Save Money on Heat this Winter
Turn down the thermostat. Put on your heavy sweater and comfy slippers. It’s time to get serious about ways to save money on heating bills this ... |
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A Panelized Home: Preparing the Foundation
A solid foundation is more than a footprint. That's why the Hammonds took the time to work through the design details before deciding on a shallow ... |
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Avoiding Flood Damage and Protecting Your Property
Flood protection can involve a variety of changes to your house and property–changes that can vary in complexity and cost. You may be able to make ... |
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Boiler Cleaning
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Building a Safe Room
A safe room, or storm shelter, provides the highest degree of protection for you and your family from the dangerous forces of extreme winds and ... |
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Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Carbon monoxide poisoning is the leading cause of accidental poisoning deaths in America. Carbon monoxide detectors are available, but you need to ... |
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Choosing a Water Heater
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Choosing a Water Heater
The first step in choosing a water heater is to determine the appropriate fuel type. Natural gas, oil, and propane water heaters are generally ... |
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Constructing and Outfitting a Wine Cellar
A wine collection starts with a single bottle or two and grows exponentially. If you dream of building a wine cellar, here are some considerations ... |
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Crawl Space Ventilation
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Create More Storage Space
Unlimited storage space would be great. But sufficient space is possible—if you make full use of the laundry, basement, attic and garage. |
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Elevating Appliances
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EnergyWise House: Elements of an Energy-Efficient House
Designing and building an energy-efficient home that conforms to the many considerations faced by home builders can be a challenge. However, any ... |
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Finding Storage Space
Rearranging a home to accommodate storage can be a daunting task. Before you start moving things around, make the process less overwhelming, and ... |
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Finishing the Crawl Space
An unfinished crawl space can present moisture issues, harbor mold and decrease a home’s energy efficiency. A finished crawl space can result in a ... |
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Fixing Electric Water Heaters
Electric water heaters are vital appliances. Here's how to fix them when they don't work. |
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Fixing Forced-Air Distribution Systems
Many types of household heating systems use forced-air to distribute the heat. In case of problems, check with the Fix-It Club. |
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Flood Prep - Fuel Tanks
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Flood Prep - HVAC
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Forced Air Insulation
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