4/18/10

It's better to get a full tank of gas rather than make multiple trips to the gas station. While you may need to pony up more cash for gas when you fill up, you'll save money in the long-run because you'll make fewer trips to the gas station.

4/17/10

Searching for an air conditioning unit to cool down? While air conditioners are guilty of using a lot of energy, you can still be smart and choose one of the most efficient ones on the market. Look for the Energy Star logo when shopping for window air conditioners; the logo means it's among the most energy efficient in its category and will use less electricity and help you save money.

4/16/10

To unclog a shower drain, try some home remedies before pouring down caustic drain cleaner. First, use a toilet plunger to force the clog away. If that doesn't do the trick, pour a box of baking soda and white vinegar down the drain; the combination of the two causes a fizzing chemical reaction. Follow that mixture with boiling hot water to flush away the clog and use the plunger -- again -- to blast the clog down the drain.