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Comment on Programmable Thermostats: An Overview of Remote, WiFi, Smart and Learning Thermostats (Part 1) by admin

admin — Thu, 06 Jun 2013 23:25:17 +0000

Hi Stephen, Thanks for your comments. Lots of homeowners and businesses are enjoying real cost-savings by switching to programmable thermostats. According to www.energy.gov, you can save 10% to 15% a year on your heating bill by turning your thermostat back 10° to 15° each day for 8 hours. That's a savings of as much as 1% for each degree if the setback period is eight hours long! And the percentage of savings from setback is even greater if you live in a mild climate compared to homes in more severe climates.

Comment on 8 Advantages of a Pool Safety Fence You Install Yourself by admin

admin — Thu, 06 Jun 2013 23:24:26 +0000

Thanks for your comment. We agree that a pool fence is one of the most important ways to protect against accidental drownings and that is why we think this do-it-yourself mesh pool fence is so great! It’s inexpensive but effective and can be removed easily when you are entertaining adults.

Comment on Take the Surprise out of Power Outages with a Power Failure Alarm by Adjust Your Home's AC Before You Arrive With a Remote Thermostat

Adjust Your Home's AC Before You Arrive With a Remote Thermostat — Wed, 29 May 2013 15:05:48 +0000

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Comment on What is a Cellular Terminal and How You Can Use One at Home by 9 Reasons Why a Wireless Security System is Better

9 Reasons Why a Wireless Security System is Better — Fri, 24 May 2013 15:02:01 +0000

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Pool Accessories that Improve Safety and Reduce Maintenance Time — Fri, 17 May 2013 15:45:23 +0000

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Comment on Get More from Your Workouts Using a Heart Rate Monitor by Improve Your Health with a Springtime Fitness Routine

Improve Your Health with a Springtime Fitness Routine — Fri, 10 May 2013 12:26:53 +0000

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Comment on Multi-Sensory Loud Alarm Clock Wakes Grandma Every Time by 10 Great Gift Ideas for Grandparents Under $50

10 Great Gift Ideas for Grandparents Under $50 — Sat, 04 May 2013 11:35:34 +0000

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Comment on Mom Uses GPS Tracking Device to Monitor New Teen Driver by How Real-Time GPS Tracking Reduces Fleet Management Costs

How Real-Time GPS Tracking Reduces Fleet Management Costs — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 14:54:56 +0000

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Comment on Why a Weather Alert Radio Should be Part of Your Emergency Plan by 10 Great Gift Ideas for Grandparents Under $50

10 Great Gift Ideas for Grandparents Under $50 — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 15:02:05 +0000

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Comment on Choosing a Pool Alarm that Protects Children and Pets by Dog Ramp and Dog Stairs Gives Pets an Escape Route from Pool

Dog Ramp and Dog Stairs Gives Pets an Escape Route from Pool — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 14:52:20 +0000

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