Manufactured or mobile homes often contain poorly sealed heating, ventilation and cooling ductwork, so it is essential to understand where leaks are apt to occur and what you can do to seal them. It isn't difficult or expensive to seal ductwork leaks, and most homeowners can perform the job in a few hours of work. Below is what you should know about likely leak points and how to effectively and permanently reduce your energy costs by sealing these vulnerable locations:

As summer approaches, many children will find themselves at home while their parents are at work. Parents reports that one out of every 25 children in kindergarten through fifth grade find themselves home alone after school. When school is let out for the summer, even more children will likely be home alone for at least a little while. If your children will be home while you're at work this summer, a smart surveillance system could help you parent them remotely.