"There are many sources of information on ways energy can be saved by consumers. This guide groups together some of the "tips" that relate specifically to appliances in the home. Perhaps many of these methods are already used in your home. Others...

"This Guide provides detailed instruction for making lined and unlined pleated draperies. Included are suggestions for cutting the fabric and hanging the final product. To determine yardage and take measurements for draperies, see Guide 2812...

"The cost of utilities is rising in most parts of Missouri. Total living costs are higher. As people look for ways to save on expenses, family utility bills come under scrutiny. This guide gives suggestions on possible ways to increase efficiency...

"By simply opening a faucet, hot water is available in the kitchen, bathroom(s), and laundry of most American homes. Hot water is taken for granted and looked upon as an integral part of the household. Little thought is given to the cost of heating...

. Higher humidity also protects home furnishings, especially wood, that might warp, crack, or become unglued in a dry environment."--First paragraph....

"Owning a home has long been an American dream. For most buyers, the purchase of that home represents their most significant lifetime investment. Most people know the initial cost of a house, but many are not aware of the continuing cost...

"Having your heating equipment serviced by a reputable heating specialist before the start of each heating season could reduce your fuel bills as much as 10 percent and could save you the discomfort and expense or equipment ...

"A thermostat is a temperature-sensitive control for heating or cooling equipment. Your automatic heating system has such a device. To operate satisfactorily a thermostat must be properly located and maintained, since its ...

"The kitchen is one of the most important rooms in the house and often the room with the most varied activities. It is primarily a work area but may be a center for family living, entertaining, study, laundry or other ...

"Homeowners interested in using solar energy to reduce energy bills and help preserve fossil fuel supplies should consider installing a solar domestic hot water heating system."--First paragraph.

"The decision to purchase a household computer can be like buying an automobile: the machine is complex, the total cost approaches the price of a late-model car, but unlike an automobile, a computer is not among the ...

"Your problem *Small cracks in sidewalks are becoming larger. *Uneven surfaces are dangerous. What you need *Packaged ready-mixed mortar *Epoxy concrete ("clear" type for narrow cracks and "gray" type for wide cracks and ...

"Your problem: Lamps or appliances do not work right; A damaged plug is dangerous; It's hard to hire help for small repairs. What you need: New plug - if your old one cannot be used. (Buy one with a UL label); Screwdriver; ...

"Your problem *Leaking faucets waste water. *Dripping faucet may cause a spot in the sink. *Constant dripping is annoying. What you need *A box of assorted size washers, unless you know the size. *A screwdriver. *An ...

"Your problem *Insects come through holes in screens. *Small holes tend to become larger. *New screens cost money. *Help is hard to get. What you need *Screening or ready-cut screen patches *Shears *A ruler or small block ...

"Your problem *Lamps or appliances do not work right. *A damaged plug is dangerous. *It's hard to hire help for small repairs. What you need *New plug - if your old one cannot be used. (But one with a UL label). *Screwdriver ...

"The most important thing you can do as an apartment occupant-energy advocate is to convey to the owner of your building your sentiments about the need to conserve limited energy resources. In person or by letter, point ...

"You'll need a few basic tools for most home maintenance jobs, and some special tools for the special jobs. Some are expensive, and are not needed very often. Is there a place where you can borrow or rent those? Here are some basic tools...