Helpful Hints

Helpful Hints

How to make air conditioners more efficient

Setting the unit fan to automatic and moving furniture can cut the cost of keeping cool.  

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What every campus-bound kid needs

These dorm-room picks will help any student feel at home, without breaking the bank.

Must-have mini-fridge 

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