When purchasing a new appliance or electronic gadget, you’ll likely be asked to purchase a service contract for an additional fee. Are these policies worth the money? Or should consumers simply say no? What is...
When purchasing a new appliance or electronic gadget, you’ll likely be asked to purchase a service contract for an additional fee. Are these policies worth the money? Or should consumers simply say no? What is...
Your children’s precious years are preserved on tape and in photo albums. Or are they? Old video tape degrades over time. Photos turn yellow. Here’s how to rescue those memories for the digital age. Preserving...
The ease of online purchasing is one of life’s simple joys. One of life’s most vexing aggravations is having that purchase stolen from your front porch before you can retrieve it. Here are several ways...
Similar to smoke alarms, carbon monoxide detectors are an essential warning device in every home — perhaps even more so. While sleeping residents might be awakened by the smell of smoke and take action, carbon...
Have you noticed your Internet speeds slowing recently? Maybe the movie you are streaming stops to buffer more often, or you see other signs of sluggishness. Let’s look at some solutions to get your router...
When consumers sign up for internet service, they’re faced with a barrage of choices and questions. While you’ve probably heard words such as modem and router, do you actually know what they do and the...
Hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, and earthquakes strike indiscriminately, which means every homeowner should be prepared for life-threatening emergencies. Here are ten essential items to have on hand. A source of power. A generator will keep your...
Home purification systems can improve quality of life for those with asthma and allergies. Let’s look at the benefits of these systems and the types available. Prevention first. Before investing in a purifier, prevention is...
Thanks to the latest in “smart device” technology, and three technology giants, it’s possible to turn your house into a home of the future. Amazon, Apple and Google offer competing technology — known in the...
Although no one wants to contemplate a cherished home being destroyed by fire, it’s an important topic to address — with emphasis on prevention and preparation. A home free from fire hazards. Fire prevention is...
