Starting a seasonal home- maintenance ptogram this fall can keep the house in tip-top shape for year-round family comfort and offer a solution for high energy bills that can result from drafty windows, leaky’ faucets, or worn weather stripping. Consumers can also help “put the freeze” on rising utility costs by checking household major appliances to insure that refrigerators, washers and dryers, dish- washers, ranges and water heaters are all operating at peak-efficiency levels. Look for energy-saving features on appliances, too. For ex- ample, the cold-water rinse found on the newest wash+ ers conserves energy."be> cause there's less hot Water to heat. , To help kilowatt-con- scious consumers save dur- ing the high-energy-con- sumption season, the makers of Speed Queen home laundry appliances of- fer these houschold tips to “check and conserve”. Outside the House: ® Inspect weather strip- ping and caulking around windows and doors for loosening or cracking. Weather stripping should fit firmly for maximum pro- tection against wind and ele- ments. ® Check insulation wher- ever possible, especially in unfinished spaces such as basements or attics. Make sure it is thick enough and in good ‘condition, and check for dampness. * ® Clean and cepair storm windows. Prior .to installa- tion, take down screens and temove summer's awnings to allow as muich light as possible into the home to elp ease heating bills. ® Drain outside faucets to prevent water pipes from freezing. Check caulking where the faucel pipe meets the frame of the house. On the Inside: ® Vacuum ducts and grill areas on forced-air heating systems. Change filters and check pilot light on gas-fired systems, * Insulate hot-water pipes toprevent heat loss, and low- er water heater temperature to 140 degrees. © Clean chimney flue and fireplace and be sure the damper is tightly closed. ® To maximize oven elfi- ciency, don't open the oven door when baking — there's a 20 percent heat !oss when peeking. Avoid lining the oven with aluminum foil — Stagger and scatler pans so that they're not in line with each other — both cut oven efficiency and reduce heat circulation. ® Use flat-bottomed cook- ware that's matched lo the appropriate-size burner, and use lids, Remember, water Gilding the Apple Pie... To make your favorite ap- ple pie even more scrump- tious, whip up a thin, white frosting from ‘confection- ers’ sugar and ‘egg white, brushing crust of-pie as soon as it's done, then let cool, You didn't think anything could improve ont apple pie, but this will! Decorating Tip for the Kitchen: Don’t hide all those at- tractive pots and pars or chopping blocks, advise dec- orators... . keep them in full view, where they'll be easy to get at, add interest to your kitchen! The humble hot dog had classic beginnings. The sau- sage was a favorite food of the Greeks, according to Homer's Odyssey. Mark Off Energy Dollars with Home Appliance Check List boils faster in a covered pot, amounting to as much as 4 20 percent savings. Periodi- cally check your gas range for a blue flame, indicating it’s operating at peak effi- ciency. If the flame is yel- low, call a repairman. ® Wash full laundry toads and choose the correct water-level selting to avoid using more water than need- ed. The new line of Speed Queen washers all feature low total-water-consump- tion to help save energy pen- nies per washload, ® Dry clothes in consecu- tive loads while dryer is still warm. Clean lint filters after each use and check outside vents twice a year. * Check the refrigerator door seal for tightness to in- sure warm air does not leak in or cold air escape. Place a dollar bill between seal and cabinet and if it is easily re- _ Ahome that has everything! 3 bedrooms up and 3 downstairs, 2 baths, 2 fireplaces, separate dining room, plus many more oxiras. Including a wired workshop in © back of property. Situated on large lot close to schools and shopping. A very excellent and attractive home. Come and see us at Park Avenue Realty Ltd. for more IN TOWN $30,000. MLS 3068. KIRBY ROAD IN TOWN mas! MLS 3045. $54,000. 2920 PINE AVE, 3933 MOUNTAINVIEW down. Finished rec. price $39,500, Well kept three bedroom. bungalow with fireplace and sundeck, modern kitchen and fenced yard, Close to schools and on paved street. Asking only WOODLAND HEIGHTS Beautifully landscaped setting for this 12x68 Glendale special order with 8x40 addition. Three bedrooms with wall to wall, sundeck and separate storage building. Listing price of $20,000 includes all furniture except TV, stereo and stand. Excl. 989, Nicely treed lot with small creek provides a picturesque, private setting for this 12x68 Safeway Manor with 12x24 addition plus sundeck. Fenced front lawn, tool shed and cedar picnic table. Large wood heater arid electric range included in $24,000 price, Excl, 903, Two bedroom residence with 936 square feet of living space plus full height unfinished basement with large windows is nearing completion. Very well constructed on large 76x19 {t. Jot. Asking $48,500, Exel. 680. DOWNTOWN BUSINESS First rate Singer franchise and fabric store located in prime location, leased premises. Excellent return on investment shown and good growth. Asking just $20,000 plus stock at cost. There is still ime to buy BEFORE Christ A.E. Le Page Limited Coast ws Coast Real Estate Service 637-6361, ASK ABOUT OUR OTHER LISTINGS. PE LLL lla tel blasted 5022 WALSH AVE. — JUST LISTED Well maintained four year old home. Three bedrooms with wall to wall. Spacious, bright kitchen, Full unfinished basement. Natural gas heat and hot water. Large sundeck off patio door. Owner transferred and anxious to sell. Priced at Looking for a cozy home? This well cared for trailer offers that. Three bedraoms. Wood heater in large addition. Large workshop with root cellar. Fully fence lot. Garden area with cherry trees. Asking price of $29,000. Owner is transferred and anxious to sell this charming property. Two bedrooms up, one room with Franklin fireplace, Drilled well. Treed, fenced lot. Asking Helen Gilbarison 635-3404 Stan Parker 634-4031 Harry Smith 635-2826 Jim Dutty 635-6688 Bab Ripmeester 635-2832 moved, call a service re- pairman, Clean refrigerator coils once a month, as dust reduces efficiency. ® Clean the dishwasher filter screen over the drain once a week. Don't over- load the dishwasher and if possible, shut off the drying The Herald, Friday, November 10, 1978, Page 13 cycle and let dishes air-dry. Remember to take ad- vantage of energy-saving op- portunities like adapting to a winter schedule that uses electricity and hot water during off-peak hours to help wage the battle to con- serve energy. f \ CHANNEL REALTY Douctas FN OFFICIAL BLOCK BROS. ASSOCIATE DEALERS KITIMAT J-35 Vista Village 5 Bedroom, Apartment for rent. . 86 Swannell Street Snowbird lots‘selling fast G-9 Vista \ 30 Gander -' 3% Acres on Lakelse Lake 190 Konigus St. (new construction) G4-Vista Village {excellent condition) Why not call us today for your free appraisel Douglas Channel “Performs” We Offer Services n APPRAISALS-PROPERTY MANAGEMENT LOT SALES - DEVELOPMENT. CANADA WIDE REFERRAL SERVICE MORTGAGES & RENTALS @ We're Number 3, we try harder _ TORTHWEST @ 21 REALESTATE eg 632-4426 2 bathroom illage 30,000 Only by viewing this home cati one appreciate ils features. Large master bedroom, two additional bedrooms and an equally large family room com- pliment the fine home, Located on 75 x 200 ft. fenced lot and open to of- fers. Call Kelly or Muriel MLS. ae aw _ If you are looking for a cozy, centrally located starter home, this one is worth viewing, Situated on a good sized lot with garden area and storage shed. Murlet has the details. PARK AVENUE REAL 4619 PARK AVENUE, TERRACE, B.C, VOG 1¥5 / many for your real estate needs, . Large family home with 3 bedrooms up, 3 down. 2 fireplaces and fully finished basement plus other excellent features. Superior work- manship, large treed lot, convenient location. Priced at $73,900. For further information call Murtel. Call at our office and see our Realscope of this cute bungalow located in quiet setting on no thru read in Uplands area. Large one acre yard provides good garden area. INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES IN TERRACE AREA Well established family business on Hwy. 16 W. Motel with 8 furnished detached cabins and 6 monthly trailer sites. Main house with 4 bdrm. living accommodation, office and large laundry room. Hook-ups for overnight campers. Low vacancy rate. 1 acre land. + Reamer a der f rinemre sree ne mar _ : id _ akelse Lake service center. Garage and corner store services whole lake area. 1 bay service station with 2 double head pumps. 2 bdrm, residence at rear. 1 acre of land. 10 rental homes and water system with 44 customers. Revenue ApprOK. ¥2,200.00 per mo. $23,000,00 down and excellen on Te AN! Gaile hive “treo and stoves, Further information available from listing broker. Night MEMBER BROKER | oy ne TY LTD. 5-497 ae be | Modern 3 bedroom home, 1150 sq. ft., 2 firepiaces, situated on a large lot in Uplands area. Asking $49,500, For further in- formation call Horst or Christel. Just right for big family, Large 3 year old home on 5 acres on Remo Road. Only 10 minutes drive from town, School bus at front of property. Has 3 bedrooms up and 3 down. Call Horst or Christel. ‘ideal investment. Residential fourplex complex on Soucle Ave, Live in one unlt and derive revenue from other three, Central location makes this property an attractive residence for tenants. Over 1100 sq. ft., 2 bedraom home. Extra bedroom, bath and rec room In basement. Some finishing needs to be done. Located on Davis Avenue, Asking $52,000. Cali Horst or Christel. Ideal 4 bedroom family m home, close to schools on large treed lot. Asking $57,000. Cali Horst or Christel for more in- for mation, Three bedrooms, high school area, living room fireplace and galley kit- chen, Asking §59.500, Call Kelly. “} Om mee AFTER OFFICE HOURS HORST GODLINSKI - 635-5997 MURIEL NEALE. - 635-2944 JUDITH JEPHSON - 638-1652 FRANK SKIDMORE - 635-5691 OVER 1,000 OFFICES AND GROWING FAST KELLY SQUIRES - 635-7616 CHRISTEL GODLINSKI - 635-5397 ZEWA FRANCIS 636-3913