| Am I Covered?.
- Answers 15 common questions regarding homeowners insurance and explains what is covered in a standard policy. 9 pp.
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| Clean and Safe in the 21st Century
- Learn about using household cleaning products and disinfectants effectively and safely. Get tips on how to store cleaning products, choose the right product for the task, and stock a cleaning supplies closet. 7 pp
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| Cooling Your Home Naturally.
- Ways to save electricity and keep your home cool with landscaping, roof treatments, shading, and windows. 8 pp
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| Drinking Water From Household Wells
- Families with their own wells are responsible for maintaining them and making sure that the water is safe to drink. Here are the facts on sources of pollution and how to keep your water safe. 16 pp. (2002. EPA)
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| Elements of an Energy-Efficient House
- Learn the benefits of having energy-efficient elements in your home, such as energy-efficient doors, windows, and appliances. 8 pp
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| Energy Savers: Tips on Saving Energy & Money at Home
- Reduce your home energy use with tips on insulation, weatherization, heating, and more. 36 pp
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| Energy-Efficient Air Conditioning
- Explains how air conditioners work, what different types are available, and how to troubleshoot and maintain your air conditioners. 8 pp.
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| Great American Home Safety Check
- Gives important tips to help stop slips/falls, poisoning, and fire/burns--the leading causes of home safety issues in the U.S. 4 pp.
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| Healthy Lawn, Healthy Environment
- on lawn care, including soil preparation, watering, mowing, pesticides, and choosing a lawn care service. 17 pp
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| How to Prune Trees
- Illustrated guide shows what to do, what not to do, tools to use, and when to trim to produce healthy, strong trees. 30 pp
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| Indoor Air Hazards Every Homeowner Should Know About
- Get rid of molds, carbon monoxide, radon, asbestos, lead, tobacco smoke, and other pollutants. 19 pp
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| Indoor Electrical Safety Check.
- Quick and easy tips to make your home safe from electrical hazards. 21 pp
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| National Flood Insurance Guide
- Property owners can purchase insurance against flooding losses. Learn the requirements, questions to ask, and more. 20 pp
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| Outdoor Electrical Safety Check
- Detailed guide to preventing outdoor electrical hazards that can cause fires and dangerous shocks. 33 pp.
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| Power$mart: The Power Is in Your Hands
- Get tips on making your home more comfortable while reducing your monthly energy bill. 11 pp
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| Selecting a New Water Heater
- Describes how different types of water heaters work and important features to consider when buying. 6 pp.
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| Surges Happen! How to Protect the Appliances in Your Home
- Find out what power surges are, what appliances need protection, and what devices work best. 20 pp
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| Water on Tap: What You Need to Know
- Explains where it comes from and how it's treated, what contaminants are, and what to do in case of a problem with either your public or private water supply. 27 pp
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| Weatherize Your Home
- Explains the various types of caulking and weather stripping to help you choose the best method to fix air leaks in your home. 8 pp
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