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Article: November Home Checklist.(Lifestyle)(Reprint)
- Article from:
- Seattle Post-Intelligencer
- Article date:
- October 28, 2009
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Inside
CHECK VENTS. Close vents in unheated basement areas, but keep attic vents open. Replace rusted or damaged pipes from gas water heaters and your dryer.
ADJUST THERMOSTATS FOR ENERGY EFFICIENCY. If you have multiple thermostats in your home for different zones, set temperatures for the way you use the rooms: bedrooms cooler, baths and sitting areas warmer.
PREVENT THE OVERLOAD OF ELECTRICAL CIRCUITS. Make certain electrical cords aren't covered by rugs or heavy curtains; they can overheat and cause a fire.
Outside
CLEAR PATHWAYS AND STOOPS TO MAKE SNOW SHOVELING EASIER. Make sure there is ready access to your woodpile, ...
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