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Eight Ways to Stay Safe This Winter

The City of Colorado Springs wants residents to stay safe this winter. They have a list of eight things you can do to guarantee that. They include everything from rules about shoveling sidewalks to cautions regarding various heating sources. Preparedness is the key, and there are many ways to insure you and your family stay […]

Posted by Linda on December 12, 2019 | Updated December 6, 2019 Filed Under: Home services · Miscellaneous · Safety

Cut Your Own Firewood for Savings

As our distant ancestors knew, wood fires are very cool. Snuggling up to a sterile electric heater does not produce the right kind of nostalgia, and stories told under bright fluorescent light just don’t offer the same experience as a warm fire. That said, even after the millennia of human experience in gathering, preparing, and […]

Posted by Linda on September 3, 2019 | Updated August 5, 2019 Filed Under: DIY · Home services

Save on Home Security Systems

You want to keep your home safe from thieves, but you don’t want to spend a fortune doing so because, frankly, you don’t have a fortune worth stealing. Technology has significantly brought down the cost of home security systems and home surveillance cameras, many of which you can install yourself. But there are also many […]

Posted by Linda on August 27, 2019 | Updated August 27, 2019 Filed Under: Consumer Advice · Home services · Miscellaneous

What Do You Want in a Starter Home?

You’ve dreamed for years of buying your first home, and now it’s time. You’ve created Pinterest boards dotted with photos of beautiful home decor, watched all the episodes of HGTV’s “House Hunters” and spent hours trolling listings online. You know exactly what you want. But have you done the math? When it’s time to search for […]

Posted by Linda on August 26, 2019 | Updated August 20, 2019 Filed Under: Consumer Advice · Home services

Clean Up in More Ways Than One …

12 spring-cleaning tasks that can save you money

Posted by Linda on March 31, 2019 | Updated March 28, 2019 Filed Under: Home services · Miscellaneous

Check Out Cheap Carpet-Cleaning Solutions

If you have an active household, the celebrations, the pitter-patter of little feet and an animal or two can really take a toll on your clean carpets. Different types of cleaning products are needed to tackle different kinds of stains, from spilled wine and food to muddy shoes and dirty paws. But keeping a cupboard full […]

Posted by Linda on April 4, 2018 | Updated March 23, 2018 Filed Under: Consumer Advice · Home services

Take Some Tips to Lower Heating Bill

Winter is definitely here, and for many that means high utility bills to heat their homes. While you can’t do anything about the chilly weather, you can take steps to make your home more energy efficient and pay less for heating. To start, the U.S. Department of Energy has a do-it-yourself energy audit on its […]

Posted by Linda on February 12, 2018 | Updated February 7, 2018 Filed Under: Consumer Advice · Home services

Save on Utilities 18 Ways

Heating season is in full swing, and heating costs are expected to rise this winter. Know that there are ways to mitigate some of that energy use and save money every month. We consulted several energy experts, and they had some universal tips to share. Some you’ve heard – and maybe some are new to […]

Posted by Linda on February 11, 2018 | Updated February 7, 2018 Filed Under: Consumer Advice · Home services

Consider Options When Buying a Water Heater

There are two major types of water heaters: traditional storage tanks that hold 20 to 80 gallons of water and tankless heaters, which heat water as it passes through the unit. Each type comes with variations that can be used with gas, propane or electricity. You can also buy solar water heaters, with an electric […]

Posted by Linda on July 5, 2017 | Updated June 24, 2017 Filed Under: Consumer Advice · Energy savings · Home services

Check Out Local Solar Rebates

Like many of its customers, Colorado Springs Utilities (CSU) recognizes the importance of solar energy. It helps protect the environment, diversifies our energy supply and creates energy independence. And with about 300 days of sun per year, Colorado is an excellent platform for this type of renewable energy. If you are considering adding solar panels to your home […]

Posted by Linda on June 22, 2017 | Updated June 11, 2017 Filed Under: Consumer Advice · Energy savings · Home services

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