Consumer Information

ConsumerSearch.com: Breadmakers Product Reviews and Reports ConsumerSearch.com: Breadmakers Product Reviews and Reports- Identifies which products reviewers like and dislike, where they agree or disagree, and why. Having Your Bread and Eating it too Having Your Bread and Eating it too- 1999 article about bread makers from Seasoned Cooking. Epinions: Bread Machines Epinions: Bread Machines- Consumer-generated reviews, buying tips and advice, ratings, price information, and searchable in a variety of ways from price to product type. The Bread Machine Digest The Bread Machine Digest- Consumer information about buying a new machine, basic instructions, maintenance, and how-to instructions. Making Bread while You Loaf Making Bread while You Loaf- Somewhat rambling first person account of why to buy a breadmaker and what the joys and advantages are. Consumersearch.com: Blenders Consumersearch.com: Blenders- The site identifies which products reviewers like and dislike, where they agree or disagree, and why. Perfect Smoothie Perfect Smoothie- A nutrition focused rating methodology and buyer's guide for smoothie blenders. Best Blender Best Blender- A collection of blender review information including review summaries, a unique review methodology, buyer's FAQ, and a blender comparison tool. Consumer Reports Consumer Reports- Includes results of testing 83 different blenders and a buyer's guide identifying the most important consumer features. How Stuff Works How Stuff Works- A complete guide to the workings of a blender, including the different blender types, parts, uses, and the working mechanics. Mix, Blend, Chop, Process Mix, Blend, Chop, Process- Seasoned Cooking article from 1999 about blenders and food processors. GrillR GrillR- Reviews and guides for all types and models of Weber Gas Grill. How to Clean and Maintain your Stainless Steel Grill How to Clean and Maintain your Stainless Steel Grill- Learn how to clean, restore and maintain your stainless steel grills with tips on solving difficult problems like scratches, … Before You Buy a Gas Grill - About.com Before You Buy a Gas Grill - About.com- Reviews and comparisons of gas grills. Consumersearch.com: Air Conditioners Consumersearch.com: Air Conditioners- The site identifies which products reviewers like and dislike, where they agree or disagree, and why. Epinions: Air Conditioners Epinions: Air Conditioners- Consumer reviews, price information, related appliances, buying tips and advice, ratings. Warmair.com: Cooling Topics and Tools Warmair.com: Cooling Topics and Tools- Includes information on all aspects and variations of cooling, air conditioning, including consumer information on how these appliances work… eBuyingGuides: Window Air Conditioning eBuyingGuides: Window Air Conditioning- How to buy a room air conditioner. Refrigerant-22 Phaseout Refrigerant-22 Phaseout- EPA site with homeowner information for consideration when purchasing or repairing a residential system or heat pump. HVAC Mechanic.com HVAC Mechanic.com- Information and support on heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems or controls for home owners and professionals. Knowledge base, recalls, forum, glos… HowStuffWorks: Air Conditioners HowStuffWorks: Air Conditioners- Describes air conditioning from window units up to large industrial applications. Smarter House Smarter House- Guide on energy savings in the home, in areas of major appliances, heating and air conditioning equipment, lighting, and electronics. Project of the American Counci… Energy.gov: Appliance and Equipment Standards Program Energy.gov: Appliance and Equipment Standards Program- Discusses minimum efficiency standards and operation costs of various residential appliances and equipment. Consumersearch.com: Smoke Detectors Consumersearch.com: Smoke Detectors- The site identifies which products reviewers like and dislike, where they agree or disagree, and why. ConsumerSearch.com: Hair Dryers Product Reviews and Reports ConsumerSearch.com: Hair Dryers Product Reviews and Reports- Identifies which products reviewers like and dislike, where they agree or disagree, and why. AHAM's Blog AHAM's Blog- The official weblog of the Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers, a not‐for‐profit trade association representing manufacturers of major, portable and floor car… ConsumerReports: Appliances ConsumerReports: Appliances- Provides reviews, information and buying advice for appliances. Paid subscription required for full access. Schedule of Normal Life Schedule of Normal Life- Estimate of how long various appliances and systems last in an average home. Minnesota Blue Flame Gas Association Minnesota Blue Flame Gas Association- Includes fact sheets for dryers, ranges, fireplaces, water heaters, grills and heat pumps, cost comparison worksheets and FAQs. UK Whitegoods UK Whitegoods- Features message boards and articles with advice about buying appliances, tips and tricks, installation, dealing with complaints, product reviews and industry news. How Stuff Works: How Hair Dryers Work How Stuff Works: How Hair Dryers Work- Detailed photographic tour of the inside of a hair dryer, with full explanations of all parts, with many related links. HowStuffWorks: Appliance Bills HowStuffWorks: Appliance Bills- Why are my power bills so high? What appliances use the most power? How Stuff Works: Wall Transformer How Stuff Works: Wall Transformer- Photographic tour of the inside of the common power-cube transformer. ApplianceStuff.com ApplianceStuff.com- Source for appliance parts, repair manuals, and free appliance repair advice. Howstuffworks.com's Howstuffworks.com's- What do the UL marks on so many products mean? How Stuff Works: Electric Razor How Stuff Works: Electric Razor- Photographic tour of the inside of an electric razor. Appliance411.com Appliance411.com- General home appliance information for consumers including money saving purchasing and servicing tips, getting repair parts, and links to merchants. Maytag.com Maytag.com- Official site for home and commercial appliance products. Site includes product information, dealer locator, and customer service contacts. GE Appliances GE Appliances- General Electric brand name appliances page with information on rebates, warranties, parts and service, special offers, product line and model numbers. The Better Business Bureau of the Atlantic Provinces Inc. The Better Business Bureau of the Atlantic Provinces Inc.- The Better Business Bureau exists to promote mutually beneficial relationships between buyer and seller based on respons… Canada’s Office of Consumer Affairs (OCA) Canada’s Office of Consumer Affairs (OCA)- Consumer law, recalls, frauds, consumer awareness. Canadian Council of Better Business Bureaus Canadian Council of Better Business Bureaus- Governing body of the local Better Business Bureaus across Canada. Located in Toronto, Ontario. International Consumer Rights Protection Council International Consumer Rights Protection Council- Provides guidance and help to take action through the Consumer Court against the defaulter whether it is a manufacturer, dealer, … Bracknell Forest Trading Standards Bracknell Forest Trading Standards- Information and advice about the Trading Standards Service provided by Bracknell Forest Borough Council for consumers and businesses. TRUSTe TRUSTe- Independent, non-profit, global initiative aimed at building trust and confidence in online transactions through the adoption of a branded trustmark informing users of how… Safebuy UK Safebuy UK- Accreditation scheme for web retailers. Authorised by TrustUK which is supported by the UK government. National Association of Consumer Advocates (NACA) National Association of Consumer Advocates (NACA)- An association of more than 1000 attorneys and consumer advocates who have a wide range of experience curbing abusive and predat… Citizens Advice Bureau Citizens Advice Bureau- Helps people resolve their money, legal and other problems by providing information and advice, and by influencing policymakers. Consumer Federation of America Consumer Federation of America- Consumer advocacy organization lobbying on issues such as health, insurance, financial services, agriculture, food safety, housing, firearms, produ… Consumer Action Consumer Action- Advocacy group focuses on defending consumer rights, referring consumers to complaint-handling agencies through free hotline, publishing educational materials.