Radon Pros

A low-cost way to save energy in your home is to install rubber gaskets behind outlet and switch plates on exterior walls, to help eliminate air leaks.
LEARN MORE:

Electrical Suggestion

90 percent of the energy needed to wash clothes is used for heating the water, so choose as low a temperature as is needed for cleaning each load.
LEARN MORE:

Washing Machine

To get more juice from your oranges or lemons, before squeezing them, heat them in your microwave for 1-2 minutes.
LEARN MORE:

Microwave Oven

If your utility provider has lower off-peak rates, run your dryer during off-peak periods.
LEARN MORE:

Clothes Dryer

Do not use any electrical heating device, ice pick, knife, or other sharp objects to remove frost from your freezer, as this could damage your freezer's inner lining.
LEARN MORE:

Refrigerator/Freezer

If your freezer temporarily loses power or does not always adequately freeze, you may not know if your food has entered into a danger zone for bacteria. A wireless freezer thermometer alarm can alert you to these problems.
LEARN MORE:

Freezer (stand-alone) Suggestion

Especially if you have smaller children or elderly in or visiting your home, consider installing anti-scald devices on all faucets.
LEARN MORE:

Plumbing Suggestion

Use a surge protector anywhere in your home where you have delicate, expensive equipment such as computers, printers, routers, televisions, etc.
LEARN MORE:

Electrical Suggestion

Always turn off or cancel the program timer on your microwave before opening the door on your microwave. Sudden opening of the door can cause the unit's safety fuse to blow.
LEARN MORE:

Microwave Oven

To keep your refrigerator smelling fresh and help eliminate odors, place an opened box of baking soda on a shelf.
LEARN MORE:

Refrigerator/Freezer Suggestion