10/22/12

With colder weather approaching, water pipes are more likely to freeze at night. One way to prevent this is to invest in inexpensive tubular pipe insulation, which is simply a polyfoam tube that helps keep pipes from freezing and keeps hot pipes hot. One added benefit of insulating pipes is that less "sweat" on pipes means a smaller chance of pipes becoming a breeding ground for mold.

10/21/2012

The next time you order pizza from your local joint, ask your chef to do just one thing: Place a sheet of aluminum foil on the bottom of the box, then put the pizza on top. This accomplishes two things -- one, it helps keep the pizza hotter longer, and two, it prevents grease from leaking onto the bottom of the box. A clean pizza box is a recyclable one, but a greasy one must be put in the trash. Don’t forget: Clean aluminum foil is also recyclable.

10/20/12

A typical family of four can waste around $2,000 worth of food every year from spoilage, which includes everything from moldy fruits and vegetables to leftovers that were never eaten and have gone bad. The best way to recoup money and stop the wasteful disposal of food is to plan ahead. The website plantoeat.com is an easy online resource to help see what a typical meal plan could look like for your family. Each plan is different and will help you save money in the long run.