(NAPSI)—The hurricane season in the United States runs from June 1 through November 30, though the storms have been known to occur at other times. For 2018, experts at Colorado State University believe, the country can expect an above average storm season, with 14 named storms and seven hurricanes, three of them major. Regardless of Read More …
Category: Home Improvement
MAKING LIFE BETTER Home-Brewed Coffee That’s As Good As It Gets
(NAPSI)—Have you ever pondered the delicious cup of coffee served up at your favorite coffee shop and wished your hurried morning home-brewed cup could be just as good? If you use one of the push-button pod brewing systems, you are choosing convenience and speed but sacrificing flavor, value and the environment. Do you realize that Read More …
POINTERS FOR PARENTS Teen Driving Tips: Five Ways To Stay Sane
(NAPSI)—When your teen is officially licensed to operate a vehicle, you may feel simultaneously proud—and terrified. Following these five tips, however, can help. Model Your Expectations Your teens grew up watching you drive, learning your habits and creating their own concept of “safe driver” based on your actions. Parents of new teen drivers should follow Read More …
PENNSYLVANIA EDUCATION Empowering The Energy Leaders Of The Future
(NAPSI)—The amount of energy used each year in the United States is almost mind-boggling, with 97.7 quadrillion British thermal units (Btu) of energy passing through electrical lines, pipes, roads, rails, water and sky, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA). This fast, reliable access to energy feeds the typical American home about 90 million Read More …
FIRE SAFETY Sound The Alarm: Help Save Lives
(NAPSI)—Every 45 minutes, someone in this country is injured in a home fire, mostly in places without working smoke alarms—but you can help reduce such statistics. Three Steps Toward A Solution Check that you have working smoke alarms on every floor, in cooking areas and in every bedroom of your house. Volunteer to help the Read More …
SAFETY AROUND THE HOME Fire Prevention Tips And Technology
(NAPSI)—They look like small, plastic boxes, round or square, stuck up on the wall or the ceiling—but they could save your life. They’re smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors. Facts And Figures On average, eight people die in a home fire each day in the U.S.—almost 3,000 people every year. While working smoke alarms cut Read More …
HINTS FOR HOMEOWNERS Tips To Help You Live Green And Save Green
(NAPSI)—Many homeowners consider ecofriendliness when home product shopping and airconditioning systems are no exception. In fact, home cooling accounts for nearly half of energy use and is responsible for nearly 100 million tons of carbon dioxide emissions every year. The good news is following some practical tips will help you stay cool, save money and Read More …
COLLEGE CORNER The First Step After College: Leaving Campus
(NAPSI)—New college graduates may have the whole world at their feet, but first they have to get their feet—and everything else—out of the dorm and into their old home or new place. To help make that transition a little smoother, the experts on moving at Penske Truck Rental offer 10 tips: Plan ahead. Determine how Read More …
HEALTH AND WELL-BEING Hawaiian Plants For Good Health
(NAPSI)—According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), a growing body of scientific evidence suggests the air quality within homes and other buildings can be seriously more polluted than outdoor air, even in the largest and most industrialized cities. But there’s an easy way to protect yourself and your family. The Problem Research Read More …
PETS & PEOPLE How To House-train Your Dog
(NAPSI)—If you’re a pet parent to any of the country’s estimated 78 million dogs, here’s how to make house-training easier for both you and your pet. Take your dog to the “bathroom” every one to three hours, as well as after he first wakes up in the morning or after a nap, after each meal, Read More …