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Caulking is an easy, inexpensive way to seal drafts around your home and make it feel warmer in the winter. Beyond keeping your house more comfortable, caulking can pay for itself through energy savings in only one year. Here’s the best part—it’s a do-it-yourself job. Most caulking compounds come in disposable cartridges that fit in…

A little preparation can go a long way

The Kill-A-Watt provides valuable information about your energy use

Symptoms may indicate problems with your electrical system

Household chores like laundry seem fairly safe. But hidden problems like lint buildup in a dryer could lead to higher energy bills due to inefficiency and, ultimately, hazardous conditions in your home. “Lint is the bane of our existence,” said Brian Wallace, president of the Coin Laundry Association in Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois. “We have to…