Thursday, August 7th, 2008
Summer Weather is hard on your car, higher temperatures speeds up the
vehicles wear and tear. The oil viscosity, fluids and lubricants break
down more quickly, which drastically reduces the vehicles fuel efficiency.
So your car needs close attention in the summer.
You know the summer basics like checking fluids, hoses, belts and brakes.
But did you know: (more…)
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Wednesday, August 6th, 2008
“Weather-wise” your home for comfort and to cut down on utility bills
for both summer and winter:
- Weather strip windows and doors and repair thresholds and door bottoms.
- Seal large gaps in plumbing and electrical pass throughs with canned
foam.
- Insulate hot and cold water lines. (more…)
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