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As we all think more “green”, we become more conscious of how our daily habits affect the planet we share with all other living beings. For instance, once you become “conscious” of the life of a spider and learn to appreciate all the good these creatures bring with them to your home’s environment, you become aware that killing it will affect many things. But you don’t want a house full of spiders and their webs. So do you kill the spider or do you capture it and move it outdoors? Life has just become a little more complicated, but you have started to “awaken” to your true impact on this planet. (more…)

Have you ever gone to take a shower or decided to hop into the tub for a long, hot soak only to discover that someone has beaten you to it and left you with nothing but ice cold water—and a two–hour wait for hot water? (more…)

Many customers ask me how different manufacturers rate in after-sales service.

It’s a good question, and a tough one to answer. But there are a few ways to find out whether a manufacturer is looking for a long-term relationship or is going to love you and leave you. (more…)

Q: I’ve heard about the new fridges in which the freezer compartment is on the bottom. What are the pros and cons of this design?

A: The first thing you’ll notice about the “bottom mount” model is the price. They are more expensive than the more conventional top mount models. Word on the street is that the only reason for the big price tag is lack of competition. Manufacturers can get away with charging more because product selection and competition is limited. The last time I checked there were only two or three manufacturers providing the basic box and components that make a bottom mount refrigerator. Brand name companies buy the box and then add the shelving and door configurations depending on the model they want to sell. Then they put their name on it and ship it out. (more…)