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This Holiday Season, Save Some Gift Money with Energy Efficient Decorations!

Everyone knows the holiday season wouldn’t be complete without all the fun and festive decorations. After all, nothing brings a little holiday cheer to those cold winter nights like the warm glow of dazzling light displays adorning the yards and twinkling out from the windows of houses. 

But there’s another thing that’s sure to bring joy to anyone’s heart – saving money! So this year, why not combine the two? By using the right decorations, homeowners can spread the festive spirit and save a pretty penny on their utility bills all in one go. So keep reading to learn all about the best energy-efficient holiday decorations!

Make the Switch To LED Lights

One big way to cut down on energy costs is to use LED holiday lights. Whether it’s string lights, illuminated inflatables, or any other kind of decorations that involve a light source, LEDs are the way to go. LED (light-emitting diode) lights have numerous advantages over traditional incandescent bulbs, not the least of which is energy efficiency.

According to the U.S. Dept. of Energy, LEDs consume 75% less electricity than incandescent bulbs, at minimum. They also last much, much longer – around 25 times longer – which means homeowners won’t have to buy new ones every year or two. These two factors make LEDs the powerhouse of saving money – but they’re also the ideal choice for electrical safety since they emit very little heat and greatly reduce the risk of overloading a circuit.

Use Battery-Powered DecorationsLEDlights

Another way to save on the energy bill is to opt for battery-operated decorations, particularly for smaller decorations in windows or indoors. Many of today’s battery-powered decorations use LED bulbs designed to be highly efficient, so the batteries can last all season – especially if they run on a programmable timer. 

This ultimately reduces the amount of grid-derived electricity being used in the home. Plus, it’s a great way to use all those old batteries rattling around the kitchen drawer! For an even more eco-friendly option that saves money in the long run, homeowners can get solar-powered holiday lights. With these, there’s no need to buy any replacement batteries!

candlesDecorate With Candles

Finally, if homeowners want to decorate without electricity at all, they can go the old-fashioned route and light some candles. There’s just something heartwarming about the sight of a candle – or candelabra – in the window on a cold winter evening. Having a beautiful arrangement of flickering candles on display can give any home a feel of classic elegance.

And it doesn’t have to be reserved for the windows – any porch or footpath will look festive and inviting with an arrangement of glowing candles, protected from the elements in glass-paned lanterns or sconces. No matter the style of choice, the most important thing when decorating with candles is fire safety – open flames should never be anywhere near flammable materials like curtains or foliage, and one should always extinguish them before leaving or going to bed.

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Garbage Disposals Can Be Lifesavers This Thanksgiving!

Thanksgiving is only a few weeks away, meaning the kitchen is about to be a very popular spot. Many homeowners and their families are gearing up for big dinners with friends and extended family – turkey, potatoes, and stuffing galore! Given that the kitchens will be getting a lot of attention, homeowners must make adequate kitchen plumbing preparations.

One of the most critical components of kitchen plumbing are garbage disposals. These can be absolutely lifesaving this Thanksgiving, as they facilitate a ton when it comes to waste disposal, proper functioning of the kitchen sink plumbing, and more. Continue reading to learn all about how garbage disposals are so critical this year.

Preventing Clogged Drainsdrains

Garbage disposals are integral to preventing clogged drains. This will be very important on Thanksgiving, considering that dinner preparations will likely involve a lot of waste or food scraps that homeowners and their families will want to dispose of down their drains. 

Garbage disposals facilitate the breakdown of waste as it enters the kitchen pipes. It does this by mechanically breaking larger waste into smaller waste that more easily moves through the pipes. Homeowners will hear this process because the disposals will hum and grind as they break down the waste. Through this process, garbage disposals lessen the chances of large waste clogging up the drains and leading to horrible, smelly backups.

Be Sure To Do Proper Disposal Maintenance

Homeowners should perform proper maintenance on their garbage disposals to ensure their longevity and work when the important time comes with Thanksgiving. There are some key must-do’s that homeowners should keep in mind to ensure that they achieve this.

For one, they should limit the overall amount of waste that they are putting down their drains. Overwhelming the garbage disposal may lead it to burn out or be less effective. In addition, they should always avoid putting coffee grinds or grease of any type down the drain, as these drastically increase the risk of clogging and subsequent backups. Lastly, homeowners should look for signs of damage and call for garbage disposal services immediately if they detect any issues.

How To Tell When Repairs Are Neededgarbage disposal

Homeowners should be on the lookout for signs that they need garbage disposal repair, and they should be especially aware of this so that they can address any issues before Thanksgiving. Among other signs, these are some of the most common:
  • Foul smells
  • Inability to turn on when initiated
  • Leaks
  • Odd sounds

Homeowners should immediately call for help if they notice any of these signs so that they can get them addressed right away. Professional plumbers will diagnose the issue and help fix it, given their extensive knowledge.

Homeowners should also call professional plumbers if they are simply looking for help with garbage disposal installation, as this will require specialized knowledge. Homeowners should not try to install disposals themselves, and installation should be quick and easy!

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Tips for Creating a Cozy Home Theater in Any Home This Halloween

There’s nothing quite like gathering with friends and loved ones on a cold, foggy night in October to enjoy a scary movie marathon. Some people like to do this on Halloween night, while others enjoy watching spooky movies in the days leading up to Halloween. Either way, it’s a great way to spend some quality time with loved ones — and maybe even deliver some good, old-fashioned scares at just the right moments. But before settling in on the couch, there are some things to do to get the mood and the experience just right. Read on to find out what those must-haves are for the ultimate scary movie marathon!

Choose Wisely

Starting at the beginning, it’s important to choose the right movies wisely. The right movies can make for the perfect evening. And getting everyone to agree on a Halloween classic is pretty easy since there are plenty of awesome options available. There are Halloween-themed movies for those of all ages and tastes. 

There are some good choices for those watching with children. Hocus Pocus, the Disney classic, is a great choice for people of all ages. The same can be said for The Nightmare Before Christmas and Monster House, as well as the Goosebumps movies. For a more thrilling experience, the Ghostbusters movies are a good mixture of funny and scary. And for those who have more adult tastes, Hereditary, The Conjuring, and the entire Halloween movie series are excellent choices. 

The Best in Snacks and Movie Essentialsmovie

Once everyone agrees on the movies to binge-watch, it’s time to gather other essentials, such as snacks and blankets. Of course, most homeowners have stashes of Halloween candy around for the season, but some other fall essentials include candy corn and pumpkins, pumpkin rolls, and pumpkin spice coffee. 

For those looking to get creative at home to add some spooky extras to well-known treats, adding some Reese’s Pieces to the Rice Krispie Treats mixture can give these marshmallow and cereal bars a fall feeling. Add some sweet pumpkin-spice flavored ice cream to round out the decadence. Of course, it’s always good to gather some comfy blankets to use for hiding from scary monsters before the movie starts. 

Ensure the Furnace Is Workingfurnace

This last tip is something that many homeowners neglect until it’s too late: having the furnace checked to make sure it’s working properly. Before Halloween is the best time to have heater maintenance done, as this is the time of year when heaters often break down unexpectedly. 

There’s nothing worse than having a scary movie night interrupted when the furnace goes out or starts making strange noises. Heater maintenance can help ensure this doesn’t happen and that the furnace works well for all the fall and winter months. Homeowners who get a professional HVAC company to perform their fall heater maintenance can rest easy and enjoy the Halloween festivities!

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