Appliance Buying Tips
How I compare two appliances (works for any brand)
My brand-neutral checklist: fit, running cost, ENERGY STAR, size, features, warranty and reviews.
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Appliance Buying Tips
How to read the yellow EnergyGuide label
See that yellow tag on a new appliance? Give it 60 seconds first. Here's what the FTC says it tells you, and what it doesn't.
Fauquier Homeowner NotesPro required
Do I need a permit? What Fauquier County says
A starting point for common home projects in Fauquier County, based on the County's own web pages. I'm not County staff, so confirm for your project.
Maintenance That Saves Money
Refrigerator coils: when and how to clean them
Dusty condenser coils make a fridge work harder. A short how-to based on the Building America Solution Center and the Department of Energy.
Maintenance That Saves MoneyPro required
Dryer lint & vent check (fire safety)
When did you last look at your dryer vent? A quick laundry-day check based on U.S. Fire Administration and CPSC guidance.
New Homeowner Basics
Smoke & CO alarms: the 5-minute check
Clocks change Sunday, Nov 1. It's a good weekend for a quick smoke and carbon monoxide alarm check. Here's what the NFPA says.