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Last-minute preps to do on your house before freezing temps arrive later this week
Read full article: Last-minute preps to do on your house before freezing temps arrive later this weekIt will be a chilly Christmas weekend, and hopefully, you have checked to ensure everything around your home is ready for the season’s first freeze.
How to make your outdoor space warm and cozy this winter
Read full article: How to make your outdoor space warm and cozy this winterConsumer Reports can help with ways to keep your loved ones warm and safe with fire pits, patio heaters, and more. And if you want even more flexibility, consider a patio heater. CR says if you have outdoor outlets, you may want to consider a few strategically placed space heaters. But never use a space heater outdoors with an extension cord, because that poses a fire risk, just as it would inside. The Comfort Zone CZ499R Space Heater for $55 performed well in Consumer Reports tests for spot-heating.