Fran's Desk

If you have a Frigidaire self-clean range from Lowe’s, check to see if it’s been recalled because of a fire hazard.

Frigidaire Self-Clean Ranges are being recalled because of a fire hazard. Image: CPSC

Black & Decker under-the-cabinet coffeemakers are being recalled because coffee pot handles can break and cause burn and laceration injuries.

These Black & Decker coffeemakers are being recalled because the handles can break easily. Image: CPSC

New building codes promise energy savings for home owners, which offset the homes’ often higher price tag. Would you buy a new or existing home?