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What Is Fact-Based Selling Experience?

Business intelligence or "fact-based" information can be a valuable tool to help close sales. Fact-based sales information is simply data that is gathered and analyzed through the selling of a product of service. Some examples of fact-based information are retail sales numbers, profit margins, consu

The Smallest Cordless Phones

Choose a small stylish cordless phone that matches the decor in your home.cordless phone image by Trevor Goodwin from Fotolia.comSmall cordless phone models offer style and functionality in a small package. A miniature cordless phone works well for someone who doesn't have a lot of space,...

New Home Walk Through Inspection Check List

There is no such thing as perfect new construction.building inspector,woman image by Greg Pickens from Fotolia.comThe lure and excitement of acquiring a new home can distract buyers from performing a diligent final walk-through inspection. According to the American Home Inspector...

What Can Be Used to Keep Rats or Squirrels Out of Your Attic?

Whether you find rats and squirrels gross and disgusting, or cute and charming, having them in an attic is less than appealing. There are numerous techniques you can use to get rid of either a rat or squirrel problem, while making sure they never return in the process. Simply ignoring the problem wi

Do House Termites Have Wings?

Homeowners are often troubled to find insects swarming inside their home. Termites are damaging pests that nest in soil, but can infest homes and damage the structure by feeding on wood. According to the University of Kentucky, finding winged termites inside your home is always cause for concern and

Stepwise Instruction to Install a Home Fire Safe

You just have got a new safe for your home. But you are puzzled and confused with all the hardware around and how to Install it at home. If you are that person, here is an article that details the stepwise procedure, easy to follow.

How to Test a Battery Under Load

There can be a difference when measuring a battery voltage when the battery is under load and not under load. When a battery is under load, it is connected to the circuit in which it is intended to be used and the circuit or device is turned on. For example, a flashlight battery is under load when i

What Is the Fan Used for in a Fireplace?

Many modern fireplaces have fans or blowers attached. They can be either built into ducting inside the fireplace itself or attached to a series of metal pipes inside the fireplace box. These pipes are called a heatilator.

How to Repair Duct Work

Leaking air ducts result in your air conditioning unit not functioning as efficiently as it should. Your air conditioning unit therefore works harder to cool your house, which means your utility bills will increase. There is also the risk that contaminants can enter the duct work and circulate aroun

How Can I Fix Velcro?

Generic hook-and-loop fastener tapes often are referred to by the brand name that made the fasteners popular: Velcro. The fastener comes in various sizes and colors, and can be applied to an object or garment with adhesive or sewn into place. The ease of operation of this type of fastener makes it a

How to Troubleshoot Soy Wax Candles

Soy wax candles are made from soy and are often considered an ecofriendly candle option because petrol products are not used. When making a soy wax candle or when burning the candle later, there are some common problems. To avoid a range of problems that might occur in the production of soy wax cand

Homemade Scented Oil for Fireplaces

Scented oils have long been used to help enhance one's mood and health, and today the art and science of aromatherapy is big business. And while scented soaps and candles have been commercially available for decades, it is only recently that scented oils have become available for use in one's firepl

Car Strobe Light - Usage And Significance In Today' s World

Emergency vehicles need to have the right type of lights that can alert the people on the road and get them to make way for the vehicle to pass. Though there are many types of lighting solutions in the market, nothing can be the effectiveness of the car strobe light.

How to Troubleshoot the Maytag MSD2652KEB

The Maytag MSD2652KEB Performa side-by-side refrigerator is an Energy Star-qualified unit with a total capacity of 25.6 cubic feet. The refrigerator features Maytag's Quiet Series 100 Sound Package, a covered dairy compartment, wire freezer shelves, electronic water and ice dispenser, and an adaptiv