Five easy ways to save energy at home
Budget-minded tips show how to cut energy use with simple steps. Blackout curtains and honeycomb shades reduce summer heat, water heater settings save both energy and cost, and reusable air filters improve efficiency. Learn meter reading basics to track consumption and spot billing errors.
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Home upgrades and cola tips dominate trendy advice
Window replacements recover about 74 percent of a $16 000 cost per Remodeling magazine. NerdWallet outlines cola uses in cooking from braising to tenderizing meat, warns not to marinate too long, and notes baking chemistry. Tips on smart home news and daily tips via Alexa and newsletters are also mentioned.
Blocking Robocalls How to curb nuisance calls
Deena Booknight outlines strategies to reduce robocalls including Do Not Call registry use, filing FTC or FCC complaints, and letting unknown calls go to voicemail. Consumers can employ carrier and app protections such as Privacy Star RoboKiller Mr Number Nomorobo AT&T Call Protect, with careful app selection and research.
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Mr Number
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