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Childproofing
I would take this in a different direction, just because I'm efficient and ... Help with Childproofing Home ... kids furniture bed · energy efficient homes ...
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- I would take this in a different direction, just because I'm efficient and object to mindless busywork. If you were to take everything out of the drawers and instea...
- I know this is not what you requested but you could start teaching them "no touch". I have a son that will be 4 in June and a 19 month old son and they both started l...
- Lowes Hardware has a good selection but I have found that Babies R Us had the most variety. Ours are an off brand and are the kind that you have to pinch to open from ...
Suggestions for Investments in My Home
Congratulations on your new home. It's so wonderful to be able to have a place .... to let you know inexpensive ways to also make it more energy efficient. ...
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- A tool box with tools. Hammer, both kinds of screwdrivers (different sizes), scraper, nails, screws, electric screw gun, masking tape, duct tape, black permanent mar...
- We're getting new windows and I was referred (by a window contractor) to Window World (seller of the $199 window). If you purchase the windows that are their upgrade ...
- Congrats on the house!! I actually second everything Lisa said. Some good basic tools, extra furnace filters, etc. I would "splurge" maybe on an electrostatic fur...
Moving to Las Vegas Area
area of a square · energy efficient homes · top 100 schools · construction education · top rated schools · traffic schools · top 10 schools · help moving ...
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- You can check out Schools at Greatschools.net They have lots of information on schools as well as parent reviews. The best High schools right now are 1. Coronado 2. ...
- It does depend on where you will be working if you are... and if you don't want a nasty long commute! I HATE where I currently live.. I am near the N LV airport an...
- I work as a sub for CCSD. I've seen a lot of the schools in different areas. I've seen the worst the school district has to offer. The Green Valley area is your bes...
Need Advice on Purchasing a New Washer and Dryer
Sep 4, 2009 ... 2 months ago I bought a set of maytags from Home Depotnot front loader ... front loading washers are usually the most energy efficient and ...
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- Whirlpool Cabrio arfe fabulous machines, especially the gas dryer.
- Budgetarily and environmentally, you want to go with a front loader. With every change in technology, there are changes needed in our behaviors too, so if the instruc...
- My advice would be definitely, definitely stick with Whirlpool products. I have heard about a million horror stories with the fancy new washers and dryers and just ab...
Hometown Aurora
We looked at homes there last year and really liked the area and the houses ... I like my house but they are poorly built and not energy efficient as they ...
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- Please be careful about anything with the Bigelow name attached to it. They do not screen their labor employees very carefully, and most of the homes they build are f...
- I don't live there but have been in the neighborhood a few times visiting and know that the driving in there is a pain in the neck. That's all I can offer. Take a ri...
- Hi M. - We moved last year from HomeTown. We had one of the first homes that was built and we lived there for seven years. We never had any problems with our home...
Any Had Window Tinting or Solar Screens on Their House?
Efficient Attic Systems did the installation. We just had it done last month so we are hoping to start .... Help with Making Home More Energy Efficient ...
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- Hi L., We debated for a long time between window tinting and solar screens. Our house has large windows facing both east and west. We decided to go with a light tan...
- I used to be a new home inspector for a large new home builder and the window tint did void the warranty as it has be known to cause a problem with double paned window...
- I have had both...I DON'T recommend the window tinting. We have solar screens now and we love them. I don't know that it saved too much on our bills, but it did sa...
Tankless Water Heater Question
I am originally from England and lots of homes have them over there, where they' ve been available since the 1980's. They are much more energy efficient than ...
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- My husband is a plumber and says they are terrible.
- J. L. You can call any Plumbing Supply companies William M Myer and Banner Supply. They are very helpful with any questions you might have. My husband is a Plumber &...
- We put a Paloma in our last house and loved it. I mention the brand because the plumber who installed it for us did say there were differences in quality between the ...
Looking for a New Dishwasher
May 20, 2009 ... We originally bought all of our large home appliances from there but for .... New Year · energy efficient · new homes for sale · New Years ...
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- You should go to the library and review the most recent ratings on dishwasher in Consumer Reports. They will tell you how well a brand performed, how quiet is runs an...
- I hope to replace my cheap builder grade dishwasher in the near future. We will probably look at a Fisher Paykel. When I checked last & went to several appliance com...
- I'm sorry to say, but I think the new life span of most appliances is 10 years. I doubt you will find anything built to last longer than that. Get a Bosch. Quietest...
Radiant Barrier and Insulation
We have a 1660 sq. ft. home that have electric bills over $400 in the summer nad winter. Our AC and heater. ... Help with Making Home More Energy Efficient ...
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- We have the kind that rolls out like perferated aluminum foil that is quilted. You can tell when you walk in my house in the summer where it starts and stops in the at...
- Hello N.,My name is Don Kennedy and I know about all that you are asking about. You can contact me at ###-###-#### or email me ____@____.com.
- Yes, radiant barriers do work. They block the radiant heat from the sun and help keep the attic cool when paired with appropriate ventilation. The best kind of barri...
How Much Do You Pay per Month on Your Mortgage?
A newer home will more than likely have more energy efficient features that should help keep costs down. If you have HOA dues those depend on the ...
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- You got lots of responses! Wow! I have a little bit of insight on this. My MIL and husband have both worked in the mortgage industry and I worked in the homeowners ins...
- S., You've gotten great tips already. I own a rental home that cost me close to the price you mentioned. With the mortgage, property taxes, and homeowners insuran...
- S., That is great that you are saving for a home. You might check with a reputable Mortgage Lender to see what programs are available for you. I can give you a few to...
