8+ hour, 45+ min ago  (66+ words) WRAL This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. End of dialog window. Appliance maintenance you can do now to save money later 5 On Your Side's Keely Arthur explains how a few…...

1+ mon, 4+ day ago  (415+ words) Summer vacations'are'coming up, and if you're planning a trip, there's a serious safety consideration you may not even be thinking about: carbon monoxide poisoning in hotels and vacation rentals. A relatively inexpensive device could save your life. Consumer Reports recently…...

1+ mon, 2+ week ago  (300+ words) April may bring showers, but Consumer Reports says it also brings some worthwhile savings'especially on big-ticket items for your home, inside and out. As spring gets underway, retailers often start discounting products tied to outdoor living, yard work and seasonal…...

5+ mon, 2+ day ago  (230+ words) Consumers should consider the advantages of replacing an appliance before repairing it, experts say. Repairing an appliance can be cheaper. But often it can be complicated and have escalating unexpected costs based on the availability of compatible replacement parts. Repair…...

4+ mon, 3+ day ago  (370+ words) It's no secret that ice and snow increase the risk of injuries like slips and falls. Consumer Reports explains you can prepare yourself -- and your home -- with some simple safety tips and products to help you get a grip on…...

3+ mon, 3+ week ago  (284+ words) 5 On Your Side shares ways to conserve energy in your home during extreme winter weather. Duke Energy customers received the following text during the weekend's winter storm asking them to conserve energy on Monday morning: "Several days of sustained temperatures…...

4+ mon, 4+ day ago  (345+ words) As winter temperatures plummet, the risk of frozen and burst pipes rises sharply, potentially causing thousands of dollars in damage. According to the Insurance Institute for Business and Home Safety, repairs for burst pipes can cost homeowners $5, 000 or more. Much…...

5+ mon, 2+ week ago  (167+ words) With frigidly cold temperatures expected in the coming days, Duke Energy is reminding customers of a few things that they can do to help control energy use and still stay warm. Tips to stay warm and conserve energy-use this winter…...

7+ mon, 2+ week ago  (106+ words) Smart tech in your home could be draining your wallet, but these simple tips will save you money. Simple fixes to smart home tech items could help save money Smart tech in your home could be draining your wallet, but…...

7+ mon, 1+ week ago  (117+ words) What you do right now could protect your home and save you some money this winter. The experts at Consumer Reports share their top tips to get your home and yard prepped for whatever winter dishes out. .. 5 On Your Side:…...