Caring For Kitchen Appliances

Chicago Tribune Homes Flickr.com StoveAverage Life Span: 10-15 yearsCommon Repairs and Costs: Igniter cleaning or failure: $110-$200, broken control board: $260 or more, bake element problems: $160 or more.Tips: Keep your stove clean, but avoid getting water or cleaning solution into dials and switches since they are connected to electrical parts.Repair

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Should You Refinance?

 Freedigitalphotos.net  Benefits of refinancing Paying off your mortgage early: For example, if you go from a 30 year loan to a 15 year loan without a big increase in your monthly payment, you could save thousands of dollars in interest while quickly increasing the equity in your home. Increase cash flow: Obtaining

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Designing The Heart Of The Home

Consumer Reports Freerangestock.com Today’s kitchens are being built as ‘social kitchens’ and are being designed to accommodate more than just cooking. Electronics are finding special nooks and the heart of the home is now being used for parties, homework, more than one cook….you get the picture. Here are some tips

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Household Hazards You May Be Overlooking

State Farm Flickr   Although modern appliances make life easier, they can short circuit and lead to kitchen fires. Stove top burners can malfunction, refrigerator light bulbs can stay on and overheat, etc. Look for warning messages on the appliances or strange displays that may indicate a problem. Treadmills are

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February Home Maintenance

www.realestate.msn.com The time between winter and spring is the perfect chance to remedy moisture damage and heat loss issues with your home. This chilly and wet weather allows you to see where your home is leaking water and heat. Look around your home and take note of any condensation or

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