Use screws to mount the pegboard to the trim, using the second or third row of holes for the screws so the top row is available for pegs. You'll be surprised how quickly you'll find uses for this extra storage space. Pegboard hardware comes in a variety of shapes, so buy some of the specially designed pegs for your tools, plus a bag of assorted pegs. After you organize the space to accommodate your stuff, you might want to use a heavy marker to draw outlines that make it easier to remember which tool goes where. The project takes just one afternoon.
Hot water is a costly commodity.
The U.S. Department of Energy says the cost of heating water amounts to 14 percent of most households' energy costs. The DOE recommends you cut your costs and extend the life of your water heater, by adding insulation and lowering the thermostat. All water heaters can benefit from the installation of a fiberglass jacket, but the savings are greatest with older, less-efficient heaters. Most people don't realize that their heaters are set too high. The DOE recommends setting the tank's thermostat for 115 degrees.