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Home Inspection Nightmares!
What -- No Coffee Pot?
 During this inspection, found two outlets above the sink (not GFI). Below the sink, I found six outlets (not GFI) for a grand total of eight non-GFI outlets. The hair dryer had a GFI at the plug. And, then there is the issue of the duct-taped drain.
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Tips & Tricks
Going Green Tips
Gush No More Replace the aerator on your faucet. For less than $5, an efficient aerator will reduce flow from 2.2 gpm to 1.5 gpm -- a big return on a small investment.
Snuggle Up An insulating "blanket" for a hot water heater can lower water heating costs by 9% according to the US Department of Energy.
Dodge the Draft Installing permanent weather stripping around windows and doors to keep out chilly gusts. For less than $10 for 15 feet, weather stripping can save 15% on heating and cooling costs. |
Greater Cleveland's winter climate is especially vulnerable to frozen pipes because we tend to have plumbing in exterior walls, attics, crawl spaces and other unheated or unprotected areas. Play it safe and follow these Institute for Business and Hope Safety tips for keeping water pipes warm and cozy:
